Keysight U8481A/100/U2000A-301 USB Thermocouple Power Sensor

Overview

The Keysight U8481A/100/U2000A-301 is a USB thermocouple power sensor for average power measurements across 10 MHz to 18 GHz. It provides best-in-class power linearity of less than 0.8% and a wide dynamic range from -35 dBm to +20 dBm. The sensor connects directly to a PC via USB, requiring no external power meter or power supply.

Key Features

• Frequency range: 10 MHz to 18 GHz
• Measurement speed: > 400 readings/s (free run/fast buffer mode)
• Power linearity: < 0.8%
• Dynamic range: -35 dBm to +20 dBm
• Built-in external trigger input with BNC to SMB connection
• Internal calibration with integrated DC reference source
• Type-N connector with DC block
• BenchVue software for real-time data logging and analysis

Applications

• Signal source and network analyzer calibration
• RF power measurement and monitoring
• Sensor performance verification
• Device-under-test power characterization

Included Accessories

• Power sensor cable (5 ft / 1.5 m)
• Trigger cable (BNC male to SMB female, 50 Ω, 1.5 m)
• Certificate of calibration
• Documentation CD-ROM
• Keysight Instrument Control DVD with IO libraries, Command Expert, and 30-day BenchVue trial