8496G DC – 4 GHz, 110dB, Programmable Step Attenuator

The Keysight 8496G dc to 4 GHz programmable 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. A maximum switching time of 20 ms (including contact settling) speeds automatic testing. Custom step attenuator/switch combinations are possible. The Keysight 11716A/B/C interconnect kits provide quick connection of Keysight 8494/5/6/7 1 dB and 10 dB step attenuators in series for greater dynamic range with 1 dB steps.Key Features:

Frequency range:
DC to 4 GHzAttenuation range:
0 to 110 dB, 10 dB stepsInsertion loss at 0 dB:
0.6 dB 0.09 dB/GHzMaximum SWR:
1.5Repeatability life:
0.03 dB maximum, 5 million cycles per sectionMaximum RF input power:
1 W (average), 100 W (peak)Connector type:
choice of type-N female, SMA female, APC-7Programming connector:
12-pin Viking, optional 14-pin DIP