8496A Manual Step Attenuator, DC to 4 GHz, 0 to 110 dB, 10 dB steps

Key Features & Specifications

Superior RF Performance

Frequency range: dc to 4 GHz

Insertion loss at 0 dB: 0.6 dB + 0.09 dB/GHz

Maximum SWR: 1.5

Repeatability and Life Span

Repeatability life: 0.03 dB max 5 million cycles per section, typical

5 million cycles per section

Power handling

Maximum RF input power: 1 W (average), 100 W (peak)

Features

Connector type: choice of Type-N female, SMA female, APC-7

Connect in series with 11716A Attenuator Interconnect Kit, Type-N

Connect in series with 11716C Attenuator Interconnect Kit, SMA

Description

The Agilent 8496A dc to 4 GHz manual step attenuator offers exceptional repeatability and reliability. Attenuation is provided in 10 dB steps from 0 to 110 dB. Precision gold-plated leaf springs ensure long life (over 5 million cycles) and very high attenuator repeatability (typically 0.01 dB). To improve measurement accuracy, NIST traceable data (SWR and attenuation) is available as Option UK6. Custom step attenuator/switch combinations are possible. The Agilent 11716A/B/C interconnect kits provide quick connection of Agilent 8494/5/6/7 1 dB and 10 dB step attenuators in series for greater dynamic range with 1 dB steps.