Keysight N8488A Thermocouple Power Sensor 10 MHz to 50 GHz -35 dBm +20 dBm 2.4 mm Connector
Keysight N8488A Thermocouple Power Sensor
The Keysight N8488A is a high-performance thermocouple power sensor covering 10 MHz to 50 GHz with a wide -35 dBm to +20 dBm power range. It delivers accurate average power measurements for RF and microwave applications and is an ideal drop-in replacement for the legacy 8487A power sensor.
Key Features
- 10 MHz to 50 GHz frequency range
- -35 dBm to +20 dBm power range (100 pW to 100 mW)
- 2.4 mm male connector
- Low SWR for improved measurement accuracy
- Excellent power linearity of +/-1%
- EEPROM stores calibration factors
Technical Specifications
| Parameter |
Specification |
| Type |
Thermocouple Power Sensor |
| Frequency Range |
10 MHz to 50 GHz |
| Power Range |
-35 dBm to +20 dBm |
| Connector |
2.4 mm (male) |
| SWR |
< 1.5 (typical) |
| Maximum Average Power |
+30 dBm (1 W) |
| Power Linearity |
+/-1% |
Applications
- Average power measurements
- RF and microwave component testing
- Antenna and wireless system verification
- Signal generator and amplifier calibration