Agilent Technologies 85032B-E 50 User Manual

User’s and Service Guide

Agilent Technologies 85032B/E

50Ω Type-N Calibration Kits

Agilent Part Number: 85032-90020

Printed in USA

Print Date: July 2002

Supersedes: June 2000

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ii 85032B/E

Contents

1. General Information

Calibration Kit Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2

Kit Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1- 2

Broadband Loads. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2

Opens and Shorts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2

Adapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3

Calibration Definitions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3

Installation of the Calibration Definitions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3

Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3

Equipment Required but Not Supplied . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3

Incoming Inspection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-4

Recording the Device Serial Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-5

Clarifying the Sex of a Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-6

Preventive Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-6

2. Specific atio ns

Environmental Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2

Temperature—What to Wa tch Out For . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2

Mechanical Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3

Pin Depth. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3

Electrical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-5

Certification. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-5

Supplemental Electrical Characteristics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-5

3. Use, Maintenance, and Care of the Devices

Electrostatic Discharge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-2

Visual Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-3

Look for Obvious Defects and Damage First. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-3

What Causes Connector Wear? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-3

Inspect the Mating Plane Surfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-3

Inspect Female Connectors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4

Cleaning Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4

Gaging Connectors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-6

Connector Gage Accuracy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-6

When to Gage Connectors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-7

Reading the Connector Gage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-7

Gaging Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-8

Gaging Male Type-N Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-8

Gaging Female Type-N Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-10

Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-12

How to Make a Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-12

Preliminary Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-12

Final Connection Using a Torque Wrench. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-12

Connecting and Discon nect ing the Two-P iece Female Open (85032B) . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-14

How to Separate a Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-15

Handling and Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-15

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Contents

4. Performance Verification

Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2

How Agile nt Verifies t h e D e v i ces in This Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2

Recertification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3

Limited Recertification (Option 003). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3

How Often to Recertify. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3

Where to Send a Kit for Recertification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3

5. Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 2

Returning a Kit or Device to Agilent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-3

6. Replaceable Pa rts

Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2

A. Standard Definitions

Standard Class Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-2

Blank Form. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-3

Nominal Standard Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-4

Setting the System Impedance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-4

Blank Form. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-6

iv 85032B/E

1 General Information

85032B/E 1-1

General Information

Calibration Kit Overview

Calibration Kit Overview

The Agilent 85032B and 85032E type-N calibration kits are used to calibrate Agilent
network analyzers up to 6 GHz for measurements of components with 50Ω type-N
connectors.

Kit Contents

The 85032B calibration kit contains the following:

• one male and one female open termination

• one male and one female short termination

• one male and one female 50Ω load

• two type-N-male to 7-mm adapters (included with Option 100)

• two type-N-female to 7-mm adapters (included with Option 100)
Refer to T able 6-1 and Figure 6-1 for a complete list of kit contents and their associated

part n u mbers .

The 85032E calibration kit contains t he following:

• one male combination open/short termination

• one male 50Ω load
Refer to T able 6-2 and Figure 6-2 for a complete list of kit contents and their associated

part n u mbers .

Broadband Loads

The broadband loads a re inst rument-grade, 50Ω terminat ions that have been optimized for
performance up to 6 GHz. The rugged internal structure provides for highly repeatable
connections. A distributed resistive element on sapphire provides excellent stability and
return loss.

Opens and Shorts

The opens and shorts are built from parts that are machined to the current state-of the-art
precision machining.

The short’s inner conductors have a one-piece construction, common with the shorting
plane. This construction provides for extremely repeatabl e connection s .

The female open has a separate-piece inner conductor that is made from a
low-dielectric-constant plastic to minimize compensation values.

Both the opens and shorts are constructed so that the pin depth can be controlled very
tightly, thereby minimizing phase errors. Some of the opens and shorts have offsets. The
lengths of these offsets are designed so that the difference in phase of their reflection
coefficients is approximately 180 degrees at all frequencies.

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General Information

Calibration Kit Overview

Adapters

Like the other devices in the kit, the adapters are built to very tight tolerances to provide
good broadband performance. The adapters utilize a dual-beaded connector structure to
ensure stable, repea table connections. The b eads are des i gned to minimize return loss and
are separated far enough so that interaction between the beads is minimized.

The adapters are designed so that their nominal electrical lengths are the same, which
allows them to be used in calibration procedures for non-insertable devices.

Calibration Definitions

The calibration kit must be selected and the calibration definitions for the devices in the
kit installed in the network analyzer prior to performing a calibration. Refer to your

network analyzer user’s guide for instructions on selecting the calibration kit and
performing a calibration.

The calibration definitions can be:

• resident within the analyzer

• entered from the front panel

Installation of the Calibration Definitions

The calibration definitions for the kit may be permanently installed in the internal
memory or hard disk of the network analyzer.

If the calibration definitions for the kit are not permanently installed in the network
analyzer, they must be manually entered. Refer to your network analyzer user’s guide for
instructions.

Options

The following options are available for the Agilent 85032B/E.
Option 100 (85032B o nly) Option 100 adds the four type-N to 7-mm adapters to the

calibration kit.
Option 003 (85032B o nly) This option provides a limited calibration for the devices in

the calibration kit to 3 GHz instead of 6 GHz. This calibration option can be requeste d only
from an Agilent service center. It cannot be ordered from the factory.

Option UK6 This option adds a certificate of calibration and the corresponding
calibration data for the devices in the calibration kit.

Equipment Required but Not Supplied

Gages, torque and open-end wrenches, and various connector cleaning supplies are not
included in the calibration kit but are required to ensure successful operation of the
calibration kit. Refer to Table 6-3 on page 6-5 for o rde ring information

85032B/E 1-3

General Information

Incoming Inspection

Incoming Inspection

Verify that the shipment is complete by referring to Figure 6-1 or Figure 6-2.
Check for damage. The foam-lined storage case provides protection during shipping.
If the case or any device appears damaged, or if the shipment is incomplete, contact

Agilent. See Table 5-1 on page 5-3. Agilent will arrange for repair or replacement of
incomplete or damaged shipments without waiting for a settlement from the
transportation company.

When you send the kit or device to Agilent, in clude a service tag (found near the end of this
manual) with the following information:

• your company name and address

• the name of a technical contact person within your company, and the person's complete
phone number

• the model number and serial number of the kit

• the part number and serial number of the device

• the type of service required

•a detailed description of the problem

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General Information

Recording the Device Serial Numbers

Recording the Device Serial Numbers

In addition to the kit serial number, the devices in this kit are individually serialized
(serial numbers are labeled onto the body of each device). Record these serial numbers in

Table 1-1 for the 85032B and Table 1-2 for the 85032E. Recording the serial numbers will

prevent confusing the devices in this kit with similar devices in other kits.

Table 1-1 Serial Number Record for 85032B

Device Serial Number

Calibration kit
Male broadband load
Female broadband load
Male open
Female open
Male s hort
Female short
Type-N-male to 7-mm adapter
Type-N-male to 7-mm adapter
Type-N-female to 7-mm adapter
Type-N-female to 7-mm adapter

_____________ __________________
_____________ __________________
_____________ __________________
_____________ __________________
_____________ __________________
_____________ __________________
_____________ __________________
_____________ __________________
_____________ __________________
_____________ __________________
_____________ __________________

Table 1-2 Serial Number Record for 85032E

Device Serial Number

Calibration kit

_______________________________
Male broadband load
Male combination open/short

85032B/E 1-5

_______________________________

_______________________________

General Information

Clarifying the Sex of a Connector

Clarifying the Sex of a Connector

In this manual, the s ex of c a li bra tion de vices a nd ada pt ers ar e r ef erred to in terms of their
connector interface. For example, a male open has a male connector.

However, during a measurement calibration, the network analyzer softkey menus label a

type-N calibration device with reference to the sex of the analyzer’s test port
connector—not the calibration device connector. For example, the label SHORT(F) on the
analyzer’s display refers to the short that is to be connected to the female test port. This
will be a male short from the calibration kit.

Conversely, connector gages are referred to in terms of the connector that it measures. For
instance, a male connector ga ge has a female connector on the gage so that it can measure
male dev ices.

Preventive Maintenance

The best techniques for maintaining the integrity of the devices in this kit include:

• routine visual inspection

• cleaning

• proper g aging

• proper connection techniques
All of the above are described in Chapter 3 , “Use, Maintenance, and Care of the Devices.”

Failure to detect and remove dirt or metallic particles on a mating plane surface can
degrade repeatability and accuracy and can damage any connector mated to it. Improper
connections , r es ult ing f rom pin dep th v al ues be ing out of the observed limits (see Tab le 2- 2

on page 2-4), or from bad connections, can also damage these devices.

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2 Specifications

85032B/E 2-1

Specifications

Environmental Requirements

Environmental Requirements

Table 2-1 Envi ronmental Requirements

Parameter Limits

Operating temperature
Error-corrected temperature range

Storage temperature −40 °C to +75 °C (−40 °F to +167 °F)
Altitude

Operation < 4,500 meters (≈15,000 feet)
Storage < 15,000 meters (≈50,000 feet)

Relative humidity Always non-condensing

Operation 0 to 80% (26 °C maximum dry bu lb)
Storage 0 to 95%

a. The temperatu re rang e over which the calibration standards maintain confor ma nce to their

specification s .

b. The allowable network analy z er ambient temp erature drift during measurement calibration

and during measurem ents when t he ne twor k analyzer er ror co rre cti on is t urne d on. Al so, the
range over which the network an aly z er m aintains its spe cified performance while correction
is turned on.

a

b

+15 °C to +35 °C (+59 °F to +95 °F)
±1 °C of measurement calibration temperature

Temperature—What to W atch Out For

Changes in temperature can affect electrical characteristics. Therefore, the operating
temperature is a critical factor in performance. During a measurement calibration, the
temperature of the calibration devices must be stable and within the range specified in

Table 2-1.

IMPORTANT Avoid unnecessary handling of the devices during calibration because your

fingers are a heat source.

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Specifications

Mechanical Characteristics

Mechanical Characteristics

Mechanical characteristics such as center conductor protrusion and pin depth are not
performance specifications. They are, however, important supplemental characteristics
related to electrical performance. Agilent Technol ogies verifies the mechanical
characteristics of the devices in this kit with special gaging processes and electrical
testing. This ensures that the device connectors do not exhibit any improper pin depth
when the kit leaves the factory.

“Gaging Connectors” on page 3-6 explains how to use gages to determine if the kit devices

have maintained their mechanical i nteg rity. (Refer to Table 2-2 on page 2-4 for typical and
observed pin depth limits.)

Pin Depth

Pin depth is the distance the center conductor mating plane differs from being flush with
the outer conductor mating plane. Refer to Figure 2-1 . Some coaxial connectors, such as

2.4 mm and 3.5 mm, are designed to have these planes nearly flush. Type-N connectors,
however, are designed with a pin depth offset of approximately 5.26 mm (0.207 inch), not
permitting these planes to be flush. The male center conductors are recessed by the offset
value while the female center conductors compensate by protruding the same amount.
This offset necessitates the redefining of pin depth with regard to protrusion and
recession.

Protrusion refers to a male type-N connector center conductor having a pin depth value
less than 5.26 mm (0.207 inch), or a female type-N connector c enter conductor ha ving a pin
depth value greater than 5.26 mm (0.207 inch).

Recession refers to a male type-N connector center conductor having a pin depth value
greater than 5.26 mm (0.207 in), or a female type-N connector center conductor having a
pin depth value less than 5.26 mm (0.207 inch).

Figure 2-1 Connector Pin Depth

85032B/E 2-3

Specifications

Mechanical Characteristics

NOTE The gages for measuring type-N connectors compensate for the designed

offset of 5.26 mm (0.207 inch), therefore, protrusion and recession readings
are in relation to a zero reference plane (as if the inner and outer conductor
planes were intended to be flush). Gage readings can be directly compared
with the observed values listed in Table 2-2.

The pin depth value of each calibration device in this kit is not specified, but is an
important mechanical parameter. The electrical performance of the device depends, to
some extent, on its pin depth. The electrical specifications for each device in this kit take

into account the effect of pin depth on the device’s performance. Table 2-2 lists the typical
pin depths and measurement uncerta inties, and pr ovid es observed pin depth limits for the
devices in the kit. If the pin depth of a device does not measure within the observed pin
depth limits, it may be an indication that the device fails to meet electrical specifications.
Refer to Figure 2-1 for an illustration of pin depth in type-N connectors.

Table 2-2 Pin Depth Li mit

Device Typical Pin Dept h

Opens 0 to −0.0127 mm

0 to −0.0005 in

Shorts 0 to −0.0127 mm

0 to −0.0005 in

Fixe d Load s 0 to −0.0508 mm

0 to −0.0020 in

a. Approximately +2 sigma to −2 sigma of gage uncer tainty based on studies done at the

factory according to recommended procedur es.

b. Observed pin depth limits are the range of observation limit s seen on the gage reading due

to measurement uncert ainty. The depth could still be within specifications.

Measu rem e n t U n certa in ty

+0.0038 to −0.0038 mm
+0.00015 to −0. 00015 in

+0.0038 to −0.0038 mm
+0.00015 to −0. 00015 in

+0.0038 to −0.0038 mm
+0.00015 to −0. 00015 in

a

Observed Pin Depth Limits

+0.0038 to −0.0165 mm
+0.00015 to −0.000 65 in

+0.0038 to −0.0165 mm
+0.00015 to −0.000 65 in

+0.0038 to −0.0546 mm
+0.00015 to −0.002 15 in

b

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Specifications

Electrical Specifications

Electrical Specifications

The electrical specifications in Table 2-3 apply to the devices in your calibration kit when
connected with an Agilent precision interface.

Table 2-3 Electrical Specifications for 50Ω Type-N Devices

Devi ce Specification Frequency (G H z)

Loads Return loss ≥ 49 dB (ρ ≤ 0.00355) DC to ≤ 2

Return loss ≥ 46 dB (ρ ≤ 0.00501) > 2 to ≤ 3

Return loss ≥ 40 dB (ρ ≤ 0.01000) > 3 to ≤ 6
Female open

Female short

Male open

Male s hort
Adapters (type-N to 7-mm) Return loss ≥ 30 dΒ (ρ ≤ 0.03162) DC to ≤ 6

a. The specifications for the opens and shorts are given as allowed deviation from the nominal

a

a

a

a

model as de fined i n the standard def i nitions. See Table A-3 on page A-5.

±0.501 ° ±0.484 °/GHz deviati on fro m nominal DC to ≤ 6

±0.490 ° ±0.385 °/GHz deviation from nominal DC to ≤ 6

±0.501 ° ±0.234 °/GHz deviation from nominal DC to ≤ 6

±0.441 ° ±0.444 °/GHz deviation from nominal DC to ≤ 6

Certification

Agilent Technologies cer tif i es tha t this product met it s pu blished sp ec ific a tio ns at the time
of shipment from the factory. Agilent further certifies that its calibration measurements
are traceable to the United States National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)

to the extent allowed by the institute’s calibration facility, and to the calibration facilities
of other International Standards Organization members. See “How Agilent Verifi es the

Devices in This Kit” on page 4-2 for more in fo rmation.

Supplemental Electrical Characteristics

Supplemental electrical characteristics are values which are typically met by a majority of
the calibration kit devices tested. These supplemental characteristics are intended to
provide information in calibrati o n ki t appl ications by giving typical, but non-warra nted,
performance parameters. Table 2-4 lists the typical electrical characteristics of the 50Ω
loads and adapters in the 85032B/E calibration kit.

Table 2-4 Supplemental Electrical Characteristics

Devi ce Specification Frequency (G H z)

Loads Return loss ≥ 23 dΒ (ρ ≤ 0.07079) > 6 to ≤ 18
Adapters (type-N to 7-mm) Return loss ≥ 34 dΒ (ρ ≤ 0.01995) DC to ≤ 8

Return loss ≥ 28 dΒ (ρ ≤ 0.03981) > 8 to ≤ 18

85032B/E 2-5

Specifications

Electrical Specifications

2-6 85032B/E

3 Use, Maintenance, and Care of the

Devices

85032B/E 3-1

Use, Maintenance, and Care of the Devices

Electrostatic Discharge

Electrostatic Discharge

Protection against ESD (electrostatic discharge) is essential while connecting, inspecting,
or cleaning connectors attached to a static-sensitive circuit (such as those found in test
sets).

Static electricity can build up on your body and can easily damage sensitive internal
circuit elements when discharged. Static discharges too small to be felt can cause
permanent damage. Devices such as calibration components and devices under test
(DUTs), can also carry an electrostatic charge. To prevent damage to the test set,
components, and devices:

• always wear a grounded wrist strap having a 1 MΩ resistor in series with it when
handling components and devices or when making connections to the test set.

• always use a grounded, conductive table mat while making connections.

• always wear a heel strap when working in an area with a conductive floor. If you are
uncertain about the conductivity of your floor, wear a heel strap.

• always ground yourself before you clean, inspect, or make a connection to a
static-sensitive dev ice or tes t port. You can, for example, grasp the gr ounded outer s hel l
of the test port or cable connector briefly.

• always ground the center conductor of a test cable before making a connection to the
analyzer test port or other static-sensitive device. This can be done as follows:

1. Connect a short (from your calibration kit) to one end of the cable to short the center

conductor to the outer conductor.

2. While wearing a grounded wrist strap, grasp the outer shell of the cable connector.

3. Connect the other end of the cable to the test port.

4. Remove the short from the cable.

Refer to Chapter 6 , “Replaceable Parts ,” for part numbers and in st ru ctions for o rdering
ESD protection devices.

Figure 3-1 ESD Protection Setup

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Visual Inspection

Visual Inspection

Visual inspection and, if necessary, cleaning should be done every time a connection is
made. Metal particles from the connector threads may fall into the connector when it is
disconnected. One connection made with a dirty or damaged connector can damage both
connectors beyond repair.

In some cases, magnification is necessary to see damage on a connector; a magnifying
device with a magnification of ≥10× is recommended. However, not all defects that are
visible only under magnification wi ll affect the elec trical per formance of the connector. Use
the following guidelines when evaluating the integrity of a connector.

Look for Obvious Defects and Damage First

Examine the connectors first for obvious defects and damage: badly worn plating on the
connector interface, deformed threads, or bent, broken, or misaligned center conductors.
Connector nuts should move smoothly and be free of burrs, loose metal particles, and
rough spots.

What Causes Connector Wear?

Connector wear is caused by connecting and disconnecting the devices. The more use a
connector gets, the faster it wears and degrades. The wear is greatly accelerated when
connectors are not kept clean, or are connected incorrectly.

Connector wear eventually d egra des performance of the dev ice. Calibration d evi ce s sho uld
have a long life if their use is on the order of a few times per week. Replace devices with
worn connectors.

The test port connectors on the network analyzer test s et may have many connections each
day, and are therefore more subject to wear. It is recommended that an adapter be used as

a test port saver to minimize the wear on the test set’s test port connectors.

Inspect the Mating Plane Surfaces

Flat contact between the connectors at a ll point s on their mating plane sur faces is required
for a good connection. See Figure 2-1 on page 2-3. Look especially for deep scratches or
dents, and for dirt and metal particles on the connector mating plane surfaces. Also look
for signs of damage due to excessive or uneven wear or misalignment.

Light burnishing of the mating plane surfaces is normal, and is evident as light scratches
or shallow circular marks distributed more or less uniformly over the mating plane
surface. Other small defects and cosmetic imperfections are also normal. None of these
affect electrical or mechanical performance.

If a connector shows deep scratches or dents, particles clinging to the mating plane
surfaces, or uneven wear, clean and inspect it again. Devices with damaged connectors
should be discarded. Determine the cause of damage before connecting a new, undamaged
connector in the same configuration.

85032B/E 3-3

Use, Maintenance, and Care of the Devices

Cleaning Connectors

Inspect Female Connectors

Pay special attention to the contact fingers in the female center conductor. These can be
bent or broken, and damage to them is not always easy to see. A connector with damaged
contact fingers will negatively affect electrical performance and must be replaced.

NOTE Inspection is particularly important when mating nonprecision to precision

devices.

Cleaning Connectors

Clean connectors are essential for ensuring the integrity of RF and microwave coaxial
connections.

1. Use Compressed Air or Nitrogen

WARNING Always use protective eyewear when using compressed air or

nitrogen.

Use compressed air (or nitrogen) to loosen particles on the connector mating plane
surfaces.

You can use any source of clean, dry, low-pressure compressed air or nitrogen that has
an effective oil-vapor filter and liquid condensation trap placed just before the outlet
hose.

Ground the hose nozzle to prevent electrostatic discharge, and set the air pressure to
less than 414 kP a (60 ps i) to con trol the vel ocity of th e air stream. High- velocity s treams
of compressed air can cause electrostatic effects when directed into a connector. These
electrostatic effects can damage the device . Refe r to “Electrostatic Discha r ge” earlier in

this chapter for additional information.

2. Clean the Connector Threads

WARNING Keep isopropyl alcohol away from heat, sparks, and flame. Store in a

tightly closed container. It is extremely flammable. In case of fire, u se
alcohol foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide; water may be
ineffective.

Use isopropyl alcohol with adequate ventilation and avoid contact
with eyes, skin, and clothing. It causes skin irritation, may cause eye
damage, and is harmful if swallowed or inhaled. It may be harmful if
absorbed through the skin. Wash thoroughly after handling.

In case of spill, soak up with sand or earth. Flush spill area with
water.

Dispose of isopropyl alcohol in accordance with all applicable
federal, state, and local environmental regulations.

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Use, Maintenance, and Care of the Devices

Cleaning Connectors

Use a lint-free swab or cleaning cloth moistened with isopropyl alcohol to remove any
dirt or stubborn contaminants on a connector that cannot be removed with compressed
air or nitrogen. Refer to T abl e 6-3 on page 6-5 for part numbers f or isopropy l alcohol and
cleaning swabs.

a. Apply a small amount of isopropyl alcohol to a lint-free cleaning swab.
b. Clean the connector threads.
c. Let the alcohol evaporate, then blow the threads dry with a gentle stream of clean,

low-pressure compressed air or nitrogen. Always completely dry a connector before
you reassemble or use it.

3. Clean the Mat ing Plane Surfaces
a. Apply a small amount of isopropyl alcohol to a lint-free cleaning swab.

b. Clean the center and outer conductor mating plane surfaces. Refer to Figu re 2-1 on

page 2-3. When cleaning a female connector, avoid snagging the swab on the center

conductor contact fingers by using short strokes.

c. Let the alcohol evaporate , then blow the connector dry wit h a gentle stream of clean,

low-pressure compressed air or nitrogen. Always completely dry a connector before
you reassemble or use it.

4. Reinspect
Inspect the connector again to make sure that no particles or residue are present.

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Use, Maintenance, and Care of the Devices

Gaging Connectors

Gaging Connectors

The gages available from Agilent Technologies are intended for preventive maintenance
and troubleshooting purposes only. (See Table 6-3 on page 6-5 fo r part number
information.) They are effective in detecting excessive center conductor protrusion or
recession, and conductor damage on DUTs, test acces sories , and the c alibration kit devices .

Do not use the g a g es fo r precise pin depth measurements.

Connector Gage Accuracy

The connector gages are only capable of performing coarse measurements. They do not
provide the degree of accuracy necessary to precisely measure the pin depth of the kit
devices. This is partially due to the repeatabil ity uncertai nties that a re associated with the

measurement. Only the factory—through special gaging processes and electrical testing—
can accurately verify the mechanical characteristics of the devices.

With proper te chnique , however, the gages are useful in detecting gros s pin depth err ors on
device connectors. To achieve maximum accuracy, random errors must be reduced by
taking the average of at least three measurements having different gage orientations on
the connector. Even the resultant average can be in error by as much as ± 0.0001 inch du e
to systematic (biasing) errors usually resulting from worn gages and gage masters. The
information in Table 2-2 on page 2-4 assumes new gages and gage masters. Therefore,
these systematic errors were not included in the uncertainty analysis. As the gages
undergo more use, the s ystematic er rors can bec ome more significa nt in the a ccuracy of the
measurement.

The measurement uncertainties (see Table 2-2 on page 2-4) are primarily a function of the
assembly materials and design, and the unique interaction each device type has with the
gage. Therefore, these uncertainties can vary among the different devices. For example,
note the difference between the uncertainties of the opens and shorts in Table 2-2.

The observed pin depth limits in Table 2-2 on pag e 2-4 add these uncertainties to the
typical factory pin depth values to provide practical limits that can be referenced when
using the gages. See “Pin Depth” on page 2-3. Refer to “Kit Contents” on page 1-2 for more
information on the design of the calibration devices in this kit.

NOTE When measuring pin depth, the measured value (resultant average of three

or more measurements) is not the true value. Always compare the measured
value with the observed pin depth limits in Table 2-2 on page 2-4 to evaluate
the condition of device connectors.

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Gaging Connectors

When to Gage Connectors

Gage a connector at the following times:

• Prior to using a device for the first time: record the pin depth measurement so that it
can be compared with future r eadings. ( It will serve as a good troub leshooting tool when
you suspect damage may have occurred to the device.)

• If either visual inspection or electrical performance suggests that the connector
interface may be out of typical range (due to wear or damage, for example).

• If a calibration device is used by someone else or on another system or piece of
equipment.

• Initially after every 100 connections, and after that as often as experience indicates.

Reading the Connector Gage

The gage dial is divided into increments of 0.0001 inch and major divisions of 0.001 inch
(see Figure 3-2). For each revolution of the large dial, the smaller dial indicates a change of

0.01 inch. Use the small dial as the indicator of multiples of 0.01 inch. In most connector

measuring applications, this value will be zero.
When making a measurement, the gage dial indi cator will travel i n one of tw o directio ns. If

the center conductor is recessed from the zero reference plane, the indicator will move
counterclockwise to i ndicate the amount of recession, whi ch is re ad as a ne g ativ e val u e. I f
the center conductor protrudes, the indic ator will move clockwi se to indicate the amount of
protrusion, which is read as a positive value. Refer to “Pin Depth” on page 2-3 for
definitions of protrusion and recession.

Figure 3-2 Reading the Connector Gage

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Use, Maintenance, and Care of the Devices

Gaging Connectors

Gaging Procedures

Gaging Male Type-N Connectors

NOTE Always hold a connector gage by the gage barrel, below the dial indicator.

This gives the best stability, and improves measurement accuracy.

1. Select the proper gage for your connector. (Refer to Table 6-3 fo r gage par t nu mbers).

2. Inspect and clean the gage, gage master, and device to be gaged. Refer to “Visual

Inspection” and “Cleaning Connectors” earlier in this chapter.

3. Zero the connector gage (refer to Figure 3-3):
a. While holding the gage by the barrel, and without turning the gage or the gage

master, screw the gage master connecting nut onto the male gage, just until you
meet resistance. Connect the nut finger tight. Do not overtighten.

b. Use the torque wrench recommended for use with this kit to tighten the connecting

nut to 135 N-cm (12 in-lb). Refer to “Connections” on page 3-12 for more information.

c. Loosen the dial lock screw on the gage and rotate the gage dial so that the pointer

corresponds to the correction value noted on the gage master. Do not adjust the gage

dial to zero, unless the correction value on the gage master is zero.
d. Tighten the dial lock screw and remove the gage master.
e. Attach and torque the gage master to the gage once again to verify that the setting is

repeatable. Remove the gage master.

4. Gage the device connector (refer to Figure 3 - 3):
a. While holding the gage by the barrel, and without turning the gage or the device,

screw the connecting nut of the device being measured onto the gage, just until you
meet resistance. Connect the nut finger-tight. Do not overtighten.

b. Use the torque wrench recommended for use with this kit to tighten the connecting

nut to 135 N-cm (12 in-lb). Refer to “Connections” on page 3-12 for more information.
c. Gently tap the barrel of the gage with your finger to settle the gage reading.
d. Read the gage indicator dial. If the needle has moved clockwise , the center conductor

is protruding by an amount indicated by the black

numbers. If the needle ha s moved

counterclockwi se, the center conduct or is recessed by an amount indicated by the red

numbers.

For maximum accuracy, measure the connector a minimum of three times and take

an average of the readings. After each measurement, rotate the gage a quarter-turn

to reduce measurement variati ons that result f rom the gage or t he connector face not

being exactly perpendicular to the center axis.
e. Compare the average reading with the o bserved pin d epth limits i n T a ble 2-2 on page

2-4.

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Figure 3-3 Gaging Male Type-N Connectors

Use, Maintenance, and Care of the Devices

Gaging Connectors

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Gaging Connectors

Gaging Female Type-N Connectors

NOTE Always hold a connector gage by the gage barrel, below the dial indicator.

This gives the best stability, and improves measurement accuracy.

1. Select the proper gage for your connector. (Refer to Table 6-3 fo r gage par t nu mbers).

2. Inspect and clean the gage, gage master, and device to be gaged. Refer to “Visual

Inspection” and “Cleaning Connectors” earlier in this chapter.

3. Zero the connector gage (refer to Figure 3-4):
a. While holding the gage by the barrel, and without turning the gage or the gage

master, screw the gage connecting nut onto the female gage master, just until you
meet resistance. Connect the nut finger-tight. Do not overtighten.

b. Use the torque wrench recommended for use with this kit to tighten the connecting

nut to 135 N-cm (12 in-lb). Refer to “Connect ions” on pag e 3-12 for more in fo rmation .

c. Loosen the dial lock screw on the gage and rotate the gage dial so that the pointer

corresponds to the correction value noted on the gage master. Do not adjust the gage

dial to zero, unless the correction value on the gage master is zero.
d. Tighten the dial lock screw and remove the gage master.
e. Attach and torque the gage master to the gage once again to verify that the setting is

repeatable. Remove the gage master.

4. Gage the device connector (refer to Figure 3 - 4):
a. While holding the gage by the barrel, and without turning the gage or the device,

screw the gage connecting nut onto the device being measured, just until you meet
resistance. Connect the nut finger-tight. Do not overtighten.

b. Use the torque wrench recommended for use with this kit to tighten the connecting

nut to 135 N-cm (12 in-lb). Refer to “Connections” on page 3-12 for more information.
c. Gently tap the barrel of the gage with your finger to settle the gage reading.
d. Read the gage indicator dial. If the needle has moved clockwise , the center conductor

is protruding by an amount indicated by the black

numbers. If the needle ha s moved

counterclockwi se, the center conduct or is recessed by an amount indicated by the red

numbers.

For maximum accuracy, measure the connector a minimum of three times and take

an average of the readings. After each measurement, rotate the gage a quarter-turn

to reduce measurement variati ons that result f rom the gage or t he connector face not

being exactly perpendicular to the center axis.
e. Compare the average reading with the o bserved pin d epth limits i n T a ble 2-2 on page

2-4.

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Figure 3-4 Gaging Female Type-N Connectors

Use, Maintenance, and Care of the Devices

Gaging Connectors

85032B/E 3-11

Use, Maintenance, and Care of the Devices

Connections

Connections

Good connections require a skill ed op erator. The most comm o n caus e of me asu rement error
is bad connections. The following procedures illustrate how to make good connections.

How to Make a Connection

Preliminary Connection

1. Ground yourself and all devices. Wear a grounded wrist strap and work on a grounded,
conductive table mat. Refer to “Electrostatic Discharge” on page 3-2 for ESD

precautions.

2. Visually inspect the connectors. Refer to “Visual Inspection” on page 3-3.

3. If necessary, clean the connectors. Refer to “Cleaning Connectors” on page 3-4.

4. Use a connector gage to verify that all center conductors are within the observed pin
depth values in Table 2-2 on pa ge 2-4. Refer to “Gaging Connectors” on page 3-6.

5. Carefully align the connectors. The male connector center pin must slip concentrically
into the contact finger of the female connector.

6. Push the connectors straight together.

CAUTION Do not turn the device body. Only turn the connector nut. Damage to the

center conductor can occur if the device body is twisted.

Do not twist or screw the connectors together. As the center conductors mate, there is
usually a slight resistance.

7. The preliminary connection is tight enough when the mating plane surfaces make
uniform, light contact. Do not overtighten this connection.

A connection in which the outer conductors make gentle contact at all points on both
mating surfaces is sufficient. Very light finger pressure is enough to accomplish this.

8. Make sure the connectors are properly supported. Relieve any side pressure on the
connection from long or heavy devices or cables.

Final Connection Using a Torque Wrench

1. Use a torque wrench to make a final connection. Table 3-1 provides information about
the torque wrench recommended for use with this calibration kit. A torque wrench is
not included in the calibration kit. Refer to Chapter 6 for part numbe r an d ordering
inform at ion.

Table 3-1 Torque Wrench Inform ation

Connector Type Torque Setting Torque Tolerance

Type-N 135 N-cm (12 in-lb) ±13.5 N-cm (±1.2 in-lb)

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Use, Maintenance, and Care of the Devices

Connections

Using a torque wrench guarantees that the connection is not too tight, preventing
possible connector damage. It also guarantees that all connections are equally tight
each time.

2. Prevent the rotation of anything other than the connector nut that you are tightening.
It may be possible to do this by hand if one of the connectors is fixed (as on a test port).
In all situations, however, it is recommended that you use an open-end wrench to keep
the body of the device from turning. Refer to Chapter 6 for part nu mb e r an d o rdering
information.

3. Position both wrenches within 90 degrees of each other before applying force. See

Figure 3-5 . Wrenches opposing each other (greater than 90 degrees apart) will cause a

lifting action which can misalign and stress the connections of the devices involved.
This is especially true when several devices are connected together.

Figure 3-5 Wrench Positions

4. Hold the torque wrench lightly, at the end of the handle only (beyond the groove). See

Figure 3-6 .

Figure 3-6 Using the Torque Wrench

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Connections

5. Apply downwa rd fo rce perpendicular t o the wrench handle. See Figu re 3- 6 . This applies
torque to the connection through the wrench.

Do not hold the wrench so tightly that you push the handle straight down along its
length rather than pivoting it, otherwise you apply an unknown amount of torque.

6. Tighten the connection just to the torque wrench break point. The wrench handle gives
way at its internal pivot point. See Figure 3-6. D o not tighten the connection further.

CAUTION You don’t have to fully break the handle of the torque wrench to reach the

specified torque; doing so can cause the handle to kick back and loosen the
connection. Any give at all in the handle is sufficient torque.

Do not pivot the wrench handle on your thumb or other fingers , other wis e you apply an
unknown amount of torque to the connection when the wrench reaches its break point.

Do not twist the head of the wrenc h r el ative to the outer conductor mating pla ne. If you
do, you apply more than the recommended torque.

Connecting and Disconnecting the Two-Piece Female Open (85032B)

The female open standard in the 85032B cali b rati on kit i s composed of two parts: the open
body (outer conductor) and the center conductor extender. Refer to Figure 3-7.

Figure 3-7 Connecting the Two-Piece Female Open

To conne ct the female open:

1. Connect the open body to the male test port.

2. Insert the center conductor extender into the hole at the end of the body and push
gently until the center conductors mate.

To disconnect the female open:

1. Remove the center conductor extender by pulling gently outwards without twisting,
rocking, or bending the extender or the body.

2. Disconnect the body from the test port.

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Handling and Storage

How to Separate a Connection

To a void l ateral (bending) f orce on the connecto r mating plane surf aces, alw ays support the
devices and connections.

CAUTION Turn the connector nut, not the device body. Major damage to the center

conductor can occur if the device body is twisted.

1. Use an open-end wrench to prevent the device body from turning.

2. Use another open-end wrench to loosen the connector nut.

3. Complete the separation by hand, turning only the connector nut.

4. Pull the connectors straight apart without twisting, rocking, or bending either of the
connectors.

Handling and Storage

• Install the protective end caps and store the calibration devices in the foam-lined
storage case when not in use.

• Nev er store co n nectors lo o se in a bo x, desk, or bench drawe r. This is the mo st co mmon
cause of connector damage during storage.

• Keep connectors clean.

• Do not touch mating plane surfaces. Natural skin oils and microscopic particles of dirt
are easily transferred to a connector interface and are very difficult to remove.

• Do not set connectors contact-end down on a hard surface. The plating and the mating
plane surfaces can be damaged if the interface comes in contact with any hard surface.

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Use, Maintenance, and Care of the Devices

Handling and Storage

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4 Performance Verification

85032B/E 4-1

Performance Verification

Introduction

Introduction

The performance of your calibra tion kit can only be verified b y retur ning the kit to Agi len t
Technologies for recertification. The equipment required to verify the specifications of the
devices in the kit has been specially manufactured and is not commercially available.

How Agilent Verifies the Devices in This Kit

Agilent verifies the specifications of these devices as follows:

1. The residual microwave error terms of the test system are verified with precision
airlines and shorts that are directly traced to NIST (National Institute of Standards
and Technology). Th e airline and sh o rt characterist ics are develo pe d fro m mechan ical
measurements. The mechanical measurements and material properties are carefully
modeled to give very accurate electrical representa tion. The mechanical measurements
are then traced to NIST through various plug and ring gages and other mechanical
measurements.

2. Each calibration device is electrically tested on this system. For the initial (before sale)
testing of the ca li brat ion de vi ces , Agilent includes the test measurement uncer tai nty a s
a guardband to guarantee each device meets the published specification. For
recertifications (after sale), no guardband is used and the measured data is compared
directly with the specification to determine the pass or fail status. The measurement
uncertainty for each device is, however, recorded in the calibration report that
accompanies recertified k it s.

These two steps establish a traceable link to NIST for Agilent to the extent allowed by the

institute’s calibration facility. The specifications data provided for the devices in this kit is
traceable to NIST through Agilent Technologies.

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Perf ormance Verification

Recertification

Recertification

The following will be provided with a recertified kit:

• a new calibration sticker affixed to the case

• a certificate of calibrat i on

• a calibration report for each device in the kit listing measured values, specifications,
and uncertainties

NOTE A list of NIST traceable numbers may be purchased upon request to be

included in the calibration report.

Agilent Technologies offers a Standard calibration for the recertification of this kit. For
more information, contact Agilent Technologies. See Table 5 -1 o n page 5-3.

Limited Recertification (Option 003)

The 50Ω loads in the calibration kit are specified for use up to 6 GHz. For many
applications, the performance above 3 GHz is not utilized.

For a standard recertification, the devices in the calibration kit are tested and calibrated
up to 6 GHz. However, a limited recertification can be requested. For this limited
recertification, the devices are tested and calibrated up to 3 GHz.

To reques t a limited recer tificati on, make sure the following is clearly written on the order:

Limited Calibration DC–3 GHz (Option 003).
All loads that receive a limited calibration are supplied with a limited calibration label

applied to the device.

How Often to Recertify

The suggested initial inter val fo r recertifi cation i s 12 months or sooner. The actual need for
recertification depends on the use of the kit. After reviewing the results of the initial
recertification, you may establi sh a different recertif ication inter val that reflects the usage
and wear of the kit.

NOTE The recertification interva l should begin on the date the kit is first used after

the recertification date.

Where to Send a Kit for Recertification

Contact Agilent Technologies for information on where to send your kit for recertification.
See Table 5-1 on pa ge 5-3.

When you return the kit, complete and attach a service tag. Refer to “Returning a Kit or

Device to Agilent” on page 5-3 for details.

85032B/E 4-3

Performance Verification

Recertification

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5 Troubleshooting

85032B/E 5-1

Troubleshooting

T roubleshooting Process

Troubleshooting Process

If you suspect a bad calibration, or if your network analyzer does not pass performance
verification, follow the steps in Figure 5-1.

Figure 5-1 Troubleshooting Flowchart

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Troubleshooting

Returning a Kit or Device to Agilent

Returning a K it or Device to Agilent

If your kit or device requir es service , conta ct the Agile nt T ec hnologies offi ce nearest yo u for
information on where to send it. See Table 5-1. Include a service tag (located near the end
of this manual) on which you provide the following information:

• your company name and address

• a technical contact person within your company, and the person's complete phone
number

• the model number and serial number of the kit

• the part number and serial number of each device

• the type of service required

•a detailed description of the problem and how the device was being used when the
problem occurred (such as calibration or measurement)

Table 5-1 Contacting Agilent

Online assistance: www.agilent.com/find/assist
United States

(tel) 1 800 452 4844

New Zealand

(tel) 0 800 738 378
(fax) ([phone]

Malaysia

(tel) 1 800 828 848
(fax) 1 800 801 664

Taiwan

(tel) 0800-047-866
(fax) (886) 2 25456723

Latin America

(tel) [phone]
(fax) [phone]

Japan

(tel) ([phone]
(fax) ([phone]

Philippines

(tel) (632) 8426802
(tel) (PLDT subscriber
only):

1 800 16510170

(fax) (632) 8426809
(fax) (PLDT subscriber
only):

1 800 16510288

People’s Republic of
China

(tel) (preferred ):
800-810-0189
(tel) (alternate):
10800-650-0021
(fax) 10800-650-0121

Canada

(tel) 1 877 894 4414
(fax) [phone]

Australia

(tel) 1 800 629 485
(fax) ([phone]

Thailand

(tel) outside Bangk ok :

[phone]

(tel) with in Bangko k :

[phone]
(fax) (66) 1 661 3714

India

(tel) 1-600-11-2929
(fax) 000-800-650-1101

Europe

(tel) ([phone]
(fax) ([phone]

Singapore

(tel) 1 800 375 8100
(fax) (65) 836 0252

Hong Kong

(tel) 800 930 871
(fax) (852) 2506 9233

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Troubleshooting

Returning a Kit or Device to Agilent

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6 Replaceable Parts

85032B/E 6-1

Replaceable Parts

Introduction

Introduction

Table 6-1 lists the replacement part numbers for items included in the 85032B calibration

kit and Figure 6-1 illustrates each of these items.

Table 6-2 lists the replacement part numbers for items included in the 85032E calibration

kit and Figure 6-2 illustrates each of these items.

Table 6-3 lists the replacement part numbers for items recommended or required for

successful operation but not included in the calibration kit.
To order a listed part, note the description, the part number, and the quantity desired.

Telephone or send your order to Agilent Technologies. See Table 5-1 on page 5-3.

Table 6-1 Repla cea ble Parts for the 85032B Calibration Kit

Item No. Description Qty Per Kit Agilent Part Number

Calibration Devices (50Ω Type-N)

1 Male broadband load 1 00909-60009
2 Female broadband load 1 00909-60010
3 Male short 1 85032-60008
4 Female short 1 85032-60009
5 Male open 1 85032-60007
6

7 Type-N-male to 7-mm 2 85054-60009
8 Type-N-female to 7-mm 2 85054-60001

9

10
11

12 Female end cap for type-N as required 1401-0225
13 Male end cap for type-N and 7 mm as required 1401-0214

Female open

Box assembly (incl udes case and foam pad set)

Case (without foam pad set)

Foam pad set

a

Adapters (included with Option 100)

Calibration Kit Storage Case

c

c

Protective End Caps for Connectors

1 85032-60012

b

1 85032-60010
1 85032-80002

1

85032-80003

Miscellaneous Items

15 User’s and service guide 1 85032-90020

a. Includes center conductor extender.
b. Refer to “Options” on page 1-3 for description of available op tions.

c. Included in box assembly.

6-2 85032B/E

Figure 6-1 Replaceable Parts for the 85032B Calibration Kit

Replaceable Parts

Introduction

85032B/E 6-3

Replaceable Parts

Introduction

Table 6-2 Replaceable Parts for the 85032E Calibration Kit

Item No. Description Qty Per Kit Agilent Part Number

Calibration Devices (50Ω Type-N)

1 Male broadband load 1 00909-60009
2 Male combination open/short 1 85032-60011

Calibration Kit Storage Case

3 Case (without foam pad set) 1 9211-1582
4 Foam pad set 1 85023-80005
5 Kit identification label 1 85032-80014

Protective End Caps for Connectors

6

7 U ser’s and service guide 1 85032-90020

Male end ca p for type-N and 7 mm as

required

Miscellaneous Items

1401-0214

Figure 6-2 Replaceable Parts for the 8 5032E Calibration Kit

6-4 85032B/E

Replaceable Parts

Introduction

Table 6-3 Replaceable Parts—Items Not Included in the Calibration Kit

Item No. Descript ion Qty Agilent Part Number

Connector Gages

1 G age set (includes items listed below) 1 85054-60049
2 Female gage 1 85054-60050
3 Female gage master 1 85054-60052
4 Male gage 1 85054-60051
5
6 Centering bead (2 su pp lied with gage set) 1 85054-80028

7 3/4 in, 135 N-cm (12 in-lb) torque wrench 1 8710-1766
8 1/2 in and 9/16 in open-end wrenc h 1 8710-1770
9 3/4 in open-end wrench 1 8720-0011

10 Grounding wrist strap 1 9300-1367
11 5 ft grounding cord for wrist s trap 1 9300-0980
12 2 ft by 4 ft conductive table mat with 15 ft grounding wire 1 9300-0797

Male gage master

Wrenches

ESD Protec t i ve Device s

a

(Type-N)

1 85054-60053

13 ESD heel strap 1 9300-1308

Connector Cleaning Supplies

14 Isopropyl alcohol 30 ml 8500-5344
15 Foam tipped cleaning swabs 100 9301-1243

a. To ens u re you choose the correct gage, refer to , “Clarifying the Sex of a Connector” on page 1-6.

85032B/E 6-5

Replaceable Parts

Introduction

6-6 85032B/E

A Standard Definitions

85032B/E A-1

Standard Definitions

N 50

Standard Class Assignments

Standard C l ass Assignments

Class assignment organizes calibration standards into a format compatible with the error
models used in the measu rement c alibration. A class or group of classe s corr espo nds t o the
systematic errors to be removed from the measured network analyzer response. T able A-1
lists the classes of the devices in this calibration kit.

Table A-1 Standard Class Assignments

Calibration Kit Label:

Class A B C D E F G Standard Clas s Labe l

A2

S

11

S

B17 Shorts

11

S

C3 Load

11

S

A28 Opens

22

S

B17 Shorts

22

S

C3 Load

22

Forward Transmi ssi o n 4 Thru
Reverse Transmission 4 Thru
Forward Match 4 Thru
Reverse Mat ch 4 Thru
Response 1 7 2 8 4 Response
Response and Isolation 1 7 2 8 4 Response & Isolation

Ω

8

Opens

A-2 85032B/E

Standard Definitions

Standard Class Assignments

Blank Form

The standard class assignments listed in Table A-1 may be changed to meet your specific
requirements. Table A-2 is provided to record the modified standard class assignments.

Table A-2 Standard Class Assignments Blank Form

Calibration Kit Label: ______________

Class A B C D E F G Standard Class

Label

S

A

11

S

B

11

S

C

11

S

A

22

S

B

22

S

C

22

Forward Transmissio n
Reverse Transmission
Forward Match
Reverse Match
Response
Response and Isolation

85032B/E A-3

Standard Definitions

Nominal Standard Definitions

Nominal Standard Definitions

Standard definitions provide the constants needed to mathematically model the electrical
characteristics (delay, attenuation, and impedance) of each calibration standard. The
nominal values of these constants are theoretically derived from the physical dimensions
and material of each cali bration standard , or from actua l measured response. These values
are used to determine the measurement uncertainties of the network analyzer. The
standard definitions in Table A-3 list typica l c ali brat ion ki t p arameter s used to sp ec ify the
mathematical model of each device. This information must be loaded into the network

analyzer to perform valid calibrations. Refer to your network analyzer’s user’s guide for
instructions on loading calibration constants.

NOTE The values in the standard definitions table are valid only over the specified

operating temperature range.

Setting the System Impedance

This kit contains only 50 ohm devices. Ensure the system impedance (Z0) is set to 50 ohms.
Refer to your network a na ly zer’s user’s guide for i ns tr uctions on setting system im pedance .

A-4 85032B/E

Table A-3 Standard Definitions

Standard Definitions

Nominal Standard Definitions

System Z

Standard

1
2
3

4

5
6
7
8

a

= 50 Ω

0

b

F

15

−

Number

Type

Short
Open
Load Fixed

Delay/
Thru

Short
Open

C0 ×10

119.09 −36.955 26.258 5.5136 0 50 700Μ 0 999

62.140 −143.07 82.920 0.7600 17.411 50 700Μ 0 999

F/Hz

27

−

C1 ×10

2

F/Hz

36

−

C2 ×10

Calibration Kit Label:

c

3

F/Hz

45

−

C3 ×10

Fixed or Sliding

0.093 49.992 700Μ 0 999

17.817 50.209 2.1002

Offset Freq

Ω

Delay (ps)

0 50 700Μ 0 999

0 50 700Μ 0 999

0

Z

N 50Ω

(GHz)

Loss (Ω/s)

G

0999

Min

Max

Coax Short (m)
Coax Open (m)
Coax Broad-

Coax Thru

Coax Short (f)
Coax Open (f)

d

Coax or Waveguide

Standard Label

band

a. Ensure system impedance (Z

) of network anal y z er is set to this value .

0

b. Open, short, load, delay/thru, or arbitrary impedance.
c. Load or arbitrary impedance only.
d. Standard labels that specify sex, (m) or (f), refer to the sex of the analyzer’s test port connector.

85032B/E A-5

Standard Definitions

Nominal Standard Definitions

Blank Form

The standard definitions listed in Table A-3 may be changed to meet your specific
requirements. Table A-4 is provided to record the modified standard definitions.

Table A-4 Standard Definitions Blank Form

System Z

Standard

Number

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8

a

= ______________

0

b

F

15

−

Type

C0 ×10

Calibrati on K it Label:

____________________

Offset Freq

2

F/Hz

F/Hz

27

36

−

−

C1 ×10

C2 ×10

c

3

F/Hz

45

−

Ω

C3 ×10

Fixed or Sliding

Delay (ps)

0

Z

Loss (GΩ/s)

(GHz)

Min

Max

d

Coax or Waveguide

Standard Label

a. Ensu r e syst e m Z

of network analyzer is set to this value .

0

b. Open, short, load, delay/thru, or arbitrary im ped ance.
c. Lo ad or arbitrary impedanc e only.
d. Standard labels that specify sex, (m) or (f), refer to the sex of the analyzer’s test port connector.

A-6 85032B/E

Index

A

adapters
Agilent Technologies, contacting
alcohol

altitude

B

blank form

broadband loads

C

cal kit

calibration

calibration co nst ants

calibration definitions
calibration kit

calibration label
calibration re port

calibration sticker
cent er con duct or

certificate of calibration
certification

characteristics

class assignment
class assignments

, 1-3

part numbers

5-3

isopropyl

as cleaning solv ent

, 6-5

, 3-4

, 2-2

standard cla ss assi gnme nts
standard definitions

, A-6

, 1-2

contents
overview
return to Agile nt
serial number

bad
certificate of
constants

limited
standards
temperature

entering
permanently stored

, 1-2

, 1-2

, 5-3

, 1-5

, 5-2

, 1-3, 4-2

, 1-3

permanently stored

, 1-3, 4-3

, 2-5

, 2-2

, 1-3

, 1-3

, 1-3

, 1-3

contents
overview
return to Agile nt
serial number

part number

, 1-2

, 1-2

, 5-3

, 1-5

, 6-5

, 4-2

, 4-3

protrusion
recession

, 3-7

, 3-7

, 4-2

specifications
mechanical

supplemental
standard
blank form

, 2-5

, 2-3

, 2-3

, A-2

, A-3

, A-3

cleaning connectors
cleaning supplies

ordering

,

part numbers
compressed air or nitrogen
conductor

mating plane

conductor
protrusion
recession

connecting the two-piece female

open

, 3-14

connections

cautions in making
disconnecting
ESD concerns
final

, 3-12

how to make
preliminary
two-piece female open
undoing
using a torque wrench

connector

cleaning
cleaning supplies
damage
female
gage

gaging
life

male
mating plane
sex
threads
visual inspection
wear

connector g age

handling
master
reading
zeroing

connector g age acc u ra cy
constants

calibration

contacting Agilent Technologies
contents

kit

D

damage

shipment

, 3-15

, 3-3

, 3-4, 3-10

dial

, 3-7

, 3-6

when to do

, 3-3

, 3-8

, 1-6

, 3-4

, 3-3

, 3-8, 3-10

, 3-7

, 3-8, 3-10

entering
permanently st ored

5-3

, 1-2

, 1-3

, 6-5

, 6-5

, 2-3

, 2-3

, 2-3

, 3-2, 3-12, 3-15

, 3-15

, 3-12

, 3-12

, 3-12

, 3-4

, 3-7

, 3-5

, 3-8, 3-10

, 1-3

, 1-3

, 1-4

, 3-4

, 3-12

, 6-5

, 3-3

, 3-14

, 3-12

, 3-6

, 1-3

, 3-4

to connectors
damaged connectors
data, recertification
defective connectors
definitions

standard
deviation from nominal phase
device

conductor

mating plane
connecting
disconnecting
handling
maintenance
part numbers
pin depth
return to Agile nt
storage
temperature
visual inspection

devices

how Agilent verifies
serial numbers

dial

connector gage

dimensions

device

center con ductor

oute r co n ductor

disconnecting the two-piece
disconnection

two-piece female open

disconnection s
documentation warranty

E

electrical characteristics

supplemental

electrical specifications
electrostatic discharge

supplies

part num ber s
when making connections

environmental requirements
equipment

required

but not supp l i ed

,

supplied

ESD

precautions
supplies

part num ber s
when making connections

F

female open

, A-4

, 3-12

, 3-15

, 2-3

, 3-15

female open

, 1-3
, 1-2, 6-2, 6-4

, 3-2

, 3-2, 3-4

, 3-14

, 3-3

, 3-3

, 4-2

, 3-3

, 2-5

, 2-3

, 3-15

, 1-6

, 6-5

, 5-3

, 2-2

, 3-3

, 4-2

, 1-5

, 3-7

, 2-3

, 2-3

, 3-14

, 3-14

, 3-15

, ii

, 2-5

, 2-5

, 3-2

, 6-5

, 3-12

, 2-2

, 1-3, 6-2, 6-5

, 6-5

, 3-12

85032B/E Index-1

Index

connecting, 3-14
disconnecting

frequency

specifications

frequency range

G

gage

connector

dial

, 3-7

handling
master
reading
zeroing

gage master

part numbers
using

, 3-8, 3-10

gages

, 1-3

gaging

female con nectors
male connectors
procedures

gaging connectors

when to do

H

handling
humidity

I

impedance

system
incoming inspection
inspection

damage

defects

female con nectors

incoming

mating plane

visual

, 3-3

isopropyl alcohol

as cleaning solvent

K

kit

contents

overview

return to Agilent

serial number

L

label

calibration

part number

limited calibration

, 3-14

, 2-5

, 2-5, 4-3

, 3-8, 3-10

, 3-8, 3-10, 6-5

, 3-7

, 3-8, 3-10

, 6-5

, 3-8

, 3-8

, 3-6

, 3-7

, 3-15

, 2-2

, A-4

, 3-3

, 3-3

, 1-4

, 3-3

, 1-2

, 1-2

, 1-5

, 4-3

, 6-5

, 3-10

, 1-4

, 3-4

, 3-4

, 5-3

, 4-3

limited calibration

requesting

loads

broadband

M

maintenance

preventive
maintenance of devices
making connections
manual

part number
mati ng plane

conductor

connector
mating plane inspection
mating plane surfa ces
mechanical characteristics
mechanical integrity

N

nitrogen
nominal standard d efinitions
numbers

serial

record i n g

O

open-end wren ch

part number
opens
open s a n d short s
options
orderin g pa r ts

P

part numbers
parts

ordering

replaceable

required but not supplied
perf orman c e v e rifica ti on

fail
permanently stored calibration

pin depth

definition of

effect on electrical

importance of

observed limits

typical values
preventive maintenance
protrusi on

center conductor

conductor

, 3-5

, 3-4

, 1-5

, 1-2

, 1-3

, 6-2

, 5-2

definitions

, 2-3

specifications

, 1-3

, 4-3
, 1-2

, 3-2

, 1-6

, 1-6

, 3-12

, 6-5

, 2-3

, 3-3

, 3-5

, 2-3

, 2-3

, A-4

, 1-5

, 1-3, 3-15

, 6-5

, 1-2

, 6-2

, 6-2

, 6-2

, 6-2

, 4-2

, 1-3

, 2-3

, 2-4

, 2-4

, 2-4

, 2-4

, 1-6

, 3-7

, 2-3

R

reading connector gage
recertification

how often?
interval
limited
what’s included
where to send your kit

recession

center conductor
conductor

regulations

environmental
replaceable parts
requirement s

environmental
retu rn lo ss

specifications
retu rn , ki t or d e v i ce

S

serial numbers

devices

recording
service
service tag
sex

connector
shipment

damage

verifying complete
shorts

, 1-2

specifications

altitude

certification

electrical

environmental

frequency

humidity

pin depth

return loss

temperature

verifying
standard cl ass ass ig nm ents

blank form
standard definition s

blank form

nominal
standards

calibration

NIST
static discharge
sticker

calibration
storage

altitude

humidity

, 4-3

, 4-3

, 4-3

, 4-3

, 2-3

, 2-5

, 1-5

, 1-5

, 1-5

, 5-2

, 1-4, 4-3, 5-3

, 1-6

, 1-4

, 2-2

, 2-2

, 2-5

, 2-5

, 2-5

, 2-2

, 2-4

, 2-5

, 2-2

, 4-2

, A-3
, A-6

, A-4

, 2-5

, 2-5, 4-3

, 3-2

, 4-3

, 3-15

, 2-2

, 2-2

, 3-7

, 4-3

, 4-3

, 3-7

, 3-5

, 6-2

, 2-2

, 5-3

, 1-4

, 2-2

, A-4, A-6

, A-2

Index-2 85032B/E

Index

temperature, 2-2

supplemental char acteristics
supplemental elec trical

characteri stics

supplies

cleaning

system impedance

setting

T

tag

service

temperature

calibration
device
error -corrected te mp erature

measurement
operating range
verification and measurement

test data
threads

connector

torque wrench

part number

specifications
traceability
troubleshooting
two-piece f em a le open

, 1-3

, A-4

, 1-4, 4-3, 5-3

, 2-2

range

2-2

, 4-2

, 3-4

, 2-5

, 2-2

, 2-2

, 2-2

, 2-2

, 1-3, 3-12

, 6-5

, 3-12

, 4-2

, 5-2

, 3-14

, 2-3

,

V

verification

performance

temperature
visual inspection

W

warranty, documentation
wrench

open-end

part num ber
undoing connections

torque

part num ber

wrenches

part numbers

Z

zeroing

connector gage

zeroing co n nector gag e

3-10

85032B/E Index-3

, 4-2
, 2-2

, 3-3

, ii

, 1-3, 3-15

, 6-5

, 3-15

, 1-3

, 6-5

, 6-5

, 3-8, 3-10

, 3-8,