Keysight (Agilent)
Keysight (Agilent) 8496A
4GHz Manual Step Attenuator
DC to 18 GHz Frequency Range
0 to 110 dB Attenuation Range
10 dB per step Attenuation Step Size
11 steps Number of Steps
2 W (average), 100 W (peak) Maximum Input Power
€700.00 excl. VAT + free EU delivery

| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | DC to 18 GHz |
| Attenuation Range | 0 to 110 dB |
| Attenuation Step Size | 10 dB per step |
| Number of Steps | 11 steps |
| Maximum Input Power | 2 W (average), 100 W (peak) |
| Impedance | 50 Ohms |
| Connector Type | APC-3.5 (male/female) |
| VSWR (Maximum) | 1.35:1 |
| Operating Temperature Range | 0°C to +55°C |
| Actuation Type | Manual, Programmable Step Attenuator |
| Model | 8496A |
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The Keysight (Agilent) 8496A is a manual step attenuator offering wide frequency coverage from DC to 4 GHz and attenuation range from 0 to 110 dB in 10 dB steps. Designed for high reliability and consistent performance, it features a typical insertion loss of 0.6 dB + 0.09 dB/GHz at 0 dB and a maximum SWR of 1.5, making it ideal for precision RF test environments.
With a repeatability of ≤0.03 dB and mechanical durability of over 5 million cycles per section, the 8496A is well-suited for demanding lab and production settings. It supports RF input power levels up to 1 W average and 100 W peak.
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