Agilent 85036B - Manuals

1- 2 85036B/E General Information Calibration Kit Overview Calibration Kit Overview The Agilent 85036B and 85036E type-N calibration kits are used to calibrate Agilent network analyzers up to 3 GHz for measurements of components with 75 Ω type-N connectors. Kit Contents The 85036B calibration kit co...

85036B/E 1-3 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, repeatable connections. The beads are ...

1- 4 85036B/E General Information Incoming Inspection Incoming Inspection Verify that the shipment is complete by referring to Figure 1-1 on page 1-5 . 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 ...

85036B/E 1-5 General Information Incoming Inspection Figure 1-1 Calibration Kit Contents

1- 6 85036B/E 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 ...

85036B/E 1-7 General Information Calibration Kits Documented in this Manual Calibration Kits Documented in this Manual This manual applies to any 85036B or 85036E calibration kit whose serial prefix is listed on the title page. If your calibration kit has a different serial number prefix than the on...

1- 8 85036B/E General Information Clarifying the Sex of a Connector Clarifying the Sex of a Connector In this manual, the sex of calibration devices and adapters are referred to in terms of their connector interface. For example, a male open has a male connector. However, during a measurement calibr...

2-2 85036B/E Specifications Environmental Requirements Environmental Requirements Temperature—What to Watch Out For Changes in temperature can affect electrical characteristics. Therefore, the operating temperature is a critical factor in performance. During a measurement calibration, the temperatur...

85036B/E 2-3 Specifications Mechanical Specifications Mechanical Specifications The mechanical specifications in Table 2-2 apply to the devices in the 85036B and the 85036E 75 Ω type-N calibration kits. Supplemental Mechanical Characteristics Supplemental characteristics are values which are typical...

2-4 85036B/E Specifications Electrical Specifications Electrical Specifications The electrical specifications in Table 2-4 apply to the devices in your calibration kit when connected with an Agilent precision interface. Certification Agilent Technologies certifies that this product met its published...

3-2 85036B/E 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 ...

85036B/E 3-3 Use, Maintenance, and Care of the Devices 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...

3-4 85036B/E Use, Maintenance, and Care of the Devices Cleaning Connectors Inspect the Precision Slotless Connectors (female) Precision slotless female connectors are used to improve accuracy. The slotless contacts are not affected by the slight variations in male contact pin diameter. However, it i...

85036B/E 3-5 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 Table 6-3 on page 6-5 for par...

3-6 85036B/E Use, Maintenance, and Care of the Devices Connections Connections Good connections require a skilled operator. The most common cause of measurement error is bad connections. The following procedures illustrate how to make good connections. CAUTION Never mate a 50 ohm connector with a 75...

85036B/E 3-7 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 conn...

3-8 85036B/E Use, Maintenance, and Care of the Devices Connections 4. Hold the torque wrench lightly, at the end of the handle only (beyond the groove). See Figure 3-3 . Figure 3-3 Using the Torque Wrench 5. Apply downward force perpendicular to the wrench handle. See Figure 3-3 . This applies torqu...

85036B/E 3-9 Use, Maintenance, and Care of the Devices Connections Connecting and Disconnecting the Two-Piece Female Open (85036B) The female open standard in the 85036B calibration kit is composed of two parts: the open body (outer conductor) and the center conductor extender. Refer to Figure 3-4 ....

3-10 85036B/E Use, Maintenance, and Care of the Devices Handling and Storage Handling and Storage • Install the protective end caps and store the calibration devices in the foam-lined storage case when not in use. • Never store connectors loose in a box, desk, or bench drawer. This is the most commo...

4-2 85036B/E Performance Verification Introduction Introduction The performance of your calibration kit can only be verified by returning the kit to Agilent Technologies for recertification. The equipment required to verify the specifications of the devices in the kit has been specially manufactured...

85036B/E 4-3 Performance Verification Recertification Recertification The following will be provided with a recertified kit: • a new calibration sticker affixed to the case• a certificate of calibration• a calibration report for each device in the kit listing measured values, specifications, and unc...

5-2 85036B/E Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 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

85036B/E 5-3 Troubleshooting Returning a Kit or Device to Agilent Returning a Kit or Device to Agilent If your kit or device requires service, contact the Agilent Technologies office nearest you for information on where to send it. See Table 5-1 . Include a service tag (located near the end of this ...

6-2 85036B/E Replaceable Parts Introduction Introduction Table 6-1 lists the replacement part numbers for items included in the 85036B calibration kit and Figure 6-1 illustrates each of these items. Table 6-2 lists the replacement part numbers for items included in the 85036E calibration kit and Fig...

6-4 85036B/E Replaceable Parts Introduction Figure 6-2 Replaceable Parts for the 85036E Calibration Kit Table 6-2 Replaceable Parts for the 85036E Calibration Kit Description Qty Per Kit Agilent Part Number Calibration Devices (75 Ω Type-N) Male broadband load 1 00909-60019 Male combination open/sho...

85036B/E 6-5 Replaceable Parts Introduction Table 6-3 Replaceable Parts—Items Not Included in the 85036B and 85036E Calibration Kits Description Qty Agilent Part Number Connector Gages (75 Ω Type-N) Connector gage set 1 85036B K01 Wrenches 3/4 in, 135 N-cm (12 in-lb) torque wrench 1 8710-1766 1/2 in...

A-2 85036B/E Standard Definitions Standard Class Assignments Standard Class Assignments Class assignment organizes calibration standards into a format compatible with the error models used in the measurement calibration. A class or group of classes corresponds to the systematic errors to be removed ...

85036B/E A-3 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 Calib...

A-4 85036B/E 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...

A-6 85036B/E 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 0 a = ______...

85036B/E Index- 1 A adapters , 1-3 part numbers , 6-5 alcohol isopropyl as cleaning solvent , 3-4 altitude , 2-2 B blank form standard class assignments , A-3 standard definitions , A-6 broadband loads , 1-2 C cal kit contents , 1-2 overview , 1-2 return to Agilent , 5-3 serial number , 1-6 calibrat...