Anritsu - MS46524B - ShockLine™ 4-Port Performance VNA
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Specified performance to 43.5 GHz with Extended K™ ports
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Simple signal integrity testing of passive multiport and differential devices
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Advanced time domain option provides tools for signal integrity analysis
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Wide dynamic range enables measurement of very low reflection artifacts
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Excellent corrected directivity minimizes measurement uncertainty
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SmartCal™ auto calibration unit reduces calibration and setup time
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Time domain with time gating option enables TDR-like measurements
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Modern LAN interface for remote control is faster than GPIB
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A common GUI and SCPI interface within the ShockLine family
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The compact 3U high chassis allows for the efficient use of rack space
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Bias tee option simplifies test setups where the DUT needs DC biasing
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Universal Fixture Extraction (UFX) software option provides advanced de-embedding tools for test fixture extraction
The ShockLine™ MS46524B series are 4-port performance vector network analyzers (VNAs). Delivering an unprecedented level of value and performance in a multiport VNA, this series lowers the cost-of-test and speeds time-to-market in numerous test applications up to 43.5 GHz. These include: characterizing and manufacturing multiport mobile network devices and equipment for 28 GHz and 39 GHz 5G applications; differential cables; high-speed data interconnects; and system integration components.
The ShockLine MS46524B series, configured with Options 10, 20, or 43, brings RF to microwave frequency capabilities to this family. These frequency options, combined with powerful shockline software, provide a cost-effective solution for the most challenging, passive device testing.
For applications requiring time domain analysis, Options 2 and 22 are available. Option 2 enables the ShockLine MS46524B to provide differential and mixed-mode real-time bandpass and lowpass time domain functionality. Lowpass time domain enables a TDR-like display with capability of showing real impedance over distance or time. Option 22 equips the ShockLine MS46524B with file-based signal integrity (SI) tools for debugging multiport SI issues and validating circuit models.
The 8.5 GHz MS46524B VNA model has an additional bias tee option available, option 61, which allows the user to provide DC power for biasing devices while testing.
The ShockLine MS46524B series comes in a 3U high chassis and uses the same GUI, software, command syntax, drivers, and programming environments as the rest of the ShockLine family.
Applications
Differential Devices
- Cables
- Connectors
- PCBs
Automotive
- RF (FAKRA) connectors
- Driver assistance radar
Mobile
- UE – micro coaxial RF connectors
- UE – antennas, switches, diplexers
- 5G network components
General Purpose
- Passive Device Testing
- Connectors
- Cables
- Electromechanical
- Switches
- Attenuators
- Couplers
- Filters
- Isolators
- Circulators
- Radar connectors
- Near-field and far-field antenna measurements
System Integration Applications
- System calibration
- Differential path-loss characterization
- General multi-port s-parameter and time domain measurements
Simple Active Applications
- Amplifier characterization
Wireless Power Transfer Applications
- KQ product
- Maximum efficiency
Optical to Electrical, Electrical to Optical, and Optical to Optical Applications
- Photo receiver
- Laser modulator
- Optical transceiver
Options
Frequency Options
Option | Description |
MS46524B-010 | 1 MHz — 8 GHz, type N(f) ports |
MS46524B-020 | 1 MHz — 20 GHz, type ruggedized K(m) ports (compatible with 3.5 mm and SMA connectors) |
MS46524B-040 | 1 MHz — 43.5 GHz, type ruggedized K(m) ports (compatible with 3.5 mm and SMA connectors) |
MS46524B-043 | 1 MHz — 43.5 GHz, type ruggedized Extended K™ (m) ports (compatible with standard K, 3.5 mm and SMA connectors) |
Other Options
Option | Description |
MS46524B-001 | Rack mount, adds handles and removes feet for shelf-mounting into a 19 in. universal rack |
MS46524B-002 | Time domain with time gating |
MS46524B-022 | Advanced time domain |
MS46522B-024 | Universal Fixture Extraction |
MS46524B-061 | Bias Tees (Port 1, 2, 3, and 4) (For MS46524B units with Option 10 only) |
Calibration and Verification Kits and Components
Precision Automatic Calibrator Modules
Model Number | Description |
MN25208A | 2-port USB SmartCal Module, 300 kHz to 8.5 GHz (available with connector options: -001 N(f), -002 K(f), -003 3.5 mm(f) |
MN25408A | 4-port USB SmartCal Module, 300 kHz to 8.5 GHz (available with N(f) connectors) |
MN25218A | 2-port USB SmartCal Module, 1 MHz to 20 GHz (available with K(f) connectors) |
MN25418A | 4-port USB SmartCal Module, 300 kHz to 20 GHz (available with K(f) connectors) |
36585K-2M | K Precision AutoCal Module, 70 kHz to 40 GHz, K(m) to K(m) |
36585K-2F | K Precision AutoCal Module, 70 kHz to 40 GHz, K(f) to K(f) |
36585K-2MF | K Precision AutoCal Module, 70 kHz to 40 GHz, K(m) to K(f) |
2000-1809-R | Serial to USB Adapter (required for use with 36585 AutoCal module) |
Optical/Electrical Calibration Modules
Model Number | Description |
MN4765B-0040 | 2-port, 800 nm to 890 nm, O/E Calibration Module, 70 kHz to 40 GHz |
MN4765B-0042 | 2-port, 800 nm to 1700 nm, O/E Calibration Module, 70 kHz to 40 GHz |
MN4675B-0043 | 2-port, 800 nm to 1700 nm, 1300 nm to 1330 nm, and 1530 nm to 1620 nm, O/E Calibration Module, 70 kHz to 40 GHz |
MN4765B-0070 | 2-port, 1480 nm to 1620 nm, O/E Calibration Module, 70 kHz to 70 GHz |
MN4765B-0071 | 2-port, 1300 nm to 1330 nm, O/E Calibration Module, 70 kHz to 70 GHz |
MN4765B-0072 | 2-port, dual 1530 nm to 1620 nm and 1300 nm to 1330 nm, O/E Calibration Module, 70 kHz to 70 GHz |
Mechanical Calibration Kits
Model Number | Description |
3650A | SMA/3.5 mm Calibration Kit, Without Sliding Loads, DC to 26.5 GHz, 50 Ω |
3650A-1 | SMA/3.5 mm Calibration Kit, With Sliding Loads, DC to 26.5 GHz, 50 Ω |
3652A | K Connector Calibration Kit, Without Sliding Loads, DC to 40 GHz, 50 Ω |
3653A | N Connector Calibration Kit, Without Sliding Loads, DC to 18 GHz, 50 Ω |
OSLN50A-8 | Precision N Male Open/Short/Load Mechanical Calibration Tee, DC to 8 GHz, 50 Ω |
OSLNF50A-8 | Precision N Female Open/Short/Load Mechanical Calibration Tee, DC to 8 GHz, 50 Ω |
TOSLN50A-8 | Precision N Male Through/Open/Short/Load Mechanical Calibration Tee, DC to 8 GHz, 50 Ω |
TOSLNF50A-8 | Precision N Female Through/Open/Short/Load Mechanical Calibration Tee, DC to 8 GHz, 50 Ω |
OSLN50A-18 | Precision N Male Open/Short/Load Mechanical Calibration Tee, DC to 18 GHz, 50 Ω |
OSLNF50A-18 | Precision N Female Open/Short/Load Mechanical Calibration Tee, DC to 18 GHz, 50 Ω |
TOSLN50A-18 | Precision N Male Through/Open/Short/Load Mechanical Calibration Tee, DC to 18 GHz, 50 Ω |
TOSLNF50A-18 | Precision N Female Through/Open/Short/Load Mechanical Calibration Tee, DC to 18 GHz, 50 Ω |
TOSLK50A-20 | Precision K Male Through/Open/Short/Load Mechanical Calibration Tee, DC to 20 GHz, 50 Ω |
TOSLKF50A-20 | Precision K Female Through/Open/Short/Load Mechanical Calibration Tee, DC to 20 GHz, 50 Ω |
TOSLK50A-40 | Precision K Male Through/Open/Short/Load Mechanical Calibration Tee, DC to 40 GHz, 50 Ω |
TOSLKF50A-40 | Precision K Female Through/Open/Short/Load Mechanical Calibration Tee, DC to 40 GHz, 50 Ω |
TOSLK50A-43.5 | Precision K Male Through/Open/Short/Load Mechanical Calibration Tee with S1P data, DC to 43.5 GHz, 50 Ω |
TOSLKF50A-43.5 | Precision K Female Through/Open/Short/Load Mechanical Calibration Tee with S1P data, DC to 43.5 GHz, 50 Ω |
Verification Kits
Model Number | Description |
3663-4 | N Connector Verification Kit |
3668-4 | 43.5 GHz K Connector Verification Kit |
Cables and Adapters
Cables and Adapters
Model Number | Description |
N120-6 | RF Cables, Semi-Rigid, N(m) to N(m), 1 each, 0.01 to 18 GHz, 50 Ω, 15 cm (5.9 in) |
NS120MF-6 | RF Cables, Semi-Rigid, N(f) to N(f), 1 each, 0.01 to 18 GHz, 50 Ω, 15 cm (5.9 in) |
1091-26-R | SMA(m) to N(m), DC to 18 GHz, 50 Ω |
1091-27-R | SMA(f) to N(m), DC to 18 GHz, 50 Ω |
1091-80-R | SMA(m) to N(f), DC to 18 GHz, 50 Ω |
1091-81-R | SMA(f) to N(f), DC to 18 GHz, 50 Ω |
71693-R | Ruggedized adapter, K(f) to N(f), DC to 18 GHz, 50 Ω |
34NN50A | Precision Adapter, N(m) to N(m), DC to 18 GHz, 50 Ω |
34NFNF50 | Precision Adapter, N(f) to N(f), DC to 18 GHz, 50 Ω |
34NK50 | Precision Adapter, N(m) to K(m), DC to 18 GHz, 50 Ω |
34NKF50 | Precision Adapter, N(m) to K(f), DC to 18 GHz, 50 Ω |
34NFK50 | Precision Adapter, N(f) to K(m), DC to 18 GHz, 50 Ω |
34NFKF50 | Precision Adapter, N(f) to K(f), DC to 18 GHz, 50 Ω |
K220B | Precision Adapter, K(m) to K(m), DC to 40 GHz, 50 Ω |
K222B | Precision Adapter, K(f) to K(f), DC to 40 GHz, 50 Ω |
K224B | Precision Adapter, K(m) to K(f), DC to 40 GHz, 50 Ω |
33KK50C | Calibration Grade Adapter, K(m) to K(m), DC to 43.5 GHz, 50 Ω |
33KKF50C | Calibration Grade Adapter, K(m) to K(f), DC to 43.5 GHz, 50 Ω |
33KFKF50C | Calibration Grade Adapter, K(f) to K(f), DC to 43.5 GHz, 50 Ω |
34VFK50A | Precision Adapter, V(f) to K(m), DC to 43.5 GHz, 50 Ω |
34VFKF50A | Precision Adapter, V(f) to K(f), DC to 43.5 GHz, 50 Ω |
34VK50A | Precision Adapter, V(m) to K(m), DC to 43.5 GHz, 50 Ω |
34VKF50A | Precision Adapter, V(m) to K(f), DC to 43.5 GHz, 50 Ω |
Test Port Cables, Flexible, Ruggedized, Phase Stable
Model Number | Description |
15NNF50-1.0B | Test Port Cable, Flexible, Phase Stable, 1.0 m (39”), DC to 18 GHz, N(f) to N(m), 50 Ω |
15NNF50-1.5B | Test Port Cable, Flexible, Phase Stable, 1.5 m (59”), DC to 18 GHz, N(f) to N(m), 50 Ω |
15NN50-1.0B | Test Port Cable, Flexible, Phase Stable, 1.0 m (39”), DC to 18 GHz, N(m) to N(m), 50 Ω |
15LL50-1.0A | Test Port Cable, Armored, Phase Stable, 1.0 m (39”), DC to 20 GHz, 3.5 mm(m) to 3.5 mm(m), 50 Ω |
15LLF50-1.0A | Test Port Cable, Armored, Phase Stable, 1.0 m (39”), DC to 20 GHz, 3.5 mm(m) to 3.5 mm(f), 50 Ω |
15KK50-1.0A | Test Port Cable, Armored, Phase Stable, 1.0 m (39”), DC to 20 GHz, K(m) to K(m), 50 Ω |
15KKF50-1.0A | Test Port Cable, Armored, Phase Stable, 1.0 m (39”), DC to 20 GHz, K(m) to K(f), 50 Ω |
3671KFS50-60 | Test Port Cable, Flexible, Phase Stable, DC to 26.5 GHz, K(f) to 3.5 mm(m), 63.5 cm, 50 Ω |
3671KFK50-60 | Test Port Cable, Flexible, Phase Stable, DC to 40 GHz, K(f) to K(m), 63.5 cm (25 in), 50 Ω |
3671KFKF50-60 | Test Port Cable, Flexible, Phase Stable, DC to 40 GHz, K(f) to K(f), 63.5 cm (25 in), 50 Ω |
3671KFK50-100 | Test Port Cable, Flexible, Phase Stable, DC to 40 GHz, K(f) to K(m), 1 m (38 in), 50 Ω |
806-304-R | Flexible Phase Stable Cable, DC to 40 GHz, 36 in (91.5 cm), K(m) – K(f), 50Ω |
Phase-Stable 18 GHz, 40 GHz, and 43.5 GHz Semi-Rigid Cables (Armored)
Model Number | Description |
3670N50-1 | Test Port Cable, Armored, Semi-rigid, 30.48 cm (1 ft), DC to 18 GHz, N(m) to N(f), 50 Ω |
3670N50-2 | Test Port Cable, Armored, Semi-rigid, 60.96 cm (2 ft), DC to 18 GHz, N(m) to N(f), 50 Ω |
3670NN50-1 | Test Port Cable, Armored, Semi-rigid, 30.48 cm (1 ft), DC to 18 GHz, N(m) to N(m), 50 Ω |
3670NN50-2 | Test Port Cable, Armored, Semi-rigid, 60.96 cm (2 ft), DC to 18 GHz, N(m) to N(m), 50 Ω |
3670K50A-1 | Test Port Cable, Armored, Semi-rigid, 30.48 cm (1 ft), DC to 43.5 GHz, K(m) to K(f), 50 Ω |
3670K50A-2 | Test Port Cable, Armored, Semi-rigid, 60.96 cm (2 ft), DC to 43.5 GHz, K(m) to K(f), 50 Ω |
Accessories
USB Power Sensors
Model Number | Description |
MA24106A | True-RMS USB Power Sensor, 50 MHz to 6 GHz |
MA24108A | True-RMS USB Power Sensor, 10 MHz to 8 GHz |
MA24118A | True-RMS USB Power Sensor, 10 MHz to 18 GHz |
MA24126A | True-RMS USB Power Sensor, 10 MHz to 26 GHz |
MA24330A | Microwave CW USB Power Sensor, 10 MHz to 33 GHz |
MA24340A | Microwave CW USB Power Sensor, 10 MHz to 40 GHz |
MA24350A | Microwave CW USB Power Sensor, 10 MHz to 50 GHz |
Tools
Model Number | Description |
01-200 | Calibrated Torque End Wrench, GPC-7 and Type N |
01-201 | Torque End Wrench, 5/16 in, 0.9 N·m (8 lbf·in) (for tightening male devices, for SMA, 3.5 mm, 2.4 mm, K, and V connectors) |
01-203 | Torque End Wrench, 13/16 in, 0.9 N.m (8 lbf·in) (for tightening ruggedized SMA, 2.4 mm, K and V test port connectors) |
01-204 | End Wrench, 5/16 in, Universal, Circular, Open-ended (for SMA, 3.5 mm, 2.4 mm, K, and V connectors) |
Third Party Solutions
Anritsu has partnered with the following industry-leading companies to provide a variety of proven material measurement capabilities that are compatible with the VectorStar and ShockLine vector network analyzer families.
Material Measurements
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Compass Technology Choose from off-the-shelf or custom-designed RF material measurement systems able to measure material properties from 100 MHz to 90 GHz. These solutions include: focused beam, resonant cavity, waveguides, spot probes, free space measurement systems, and more. Anritsu and Compass Technology Group Material Measurements Solutions Compass Technology Group VectorStar Integration [video] |
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Keycom Technologies Select from a variety of material measurement solutions that leverage various methods including: resonator, frequency change, probe type, co-axial tube and waveguide type S-parameter, free space, capacitance, epsilometery, and more. Anritsu and Keycom Material Measurement Solution |
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SWISSto12 Providing hardware and software technology capable of measuring: solid samples; soft sample and foam; liquid samples and powder; thin films; dielectric coatings and multilayer materials; alumina plate; and more. Anritsu and SWISSto12 Material Measurement Solution |
Brochure
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Release Date
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Anritsu's RF and Microwave Test and Measurement Solutions Product Brochure | 5/27/2020 |
Vector Network Analysis Product Portfolio | 4/7/2020 |
ShockLine Vector Network Analyzer Family Product Brochure | 4/1/2020 |
VNA Fundamentals Poster | 1/29/2020 |
ShockLine MS46524B Quick Fact Sheet | 12/3/2019 |
5G Solutions Catalog 2019 Vol. 2 | 7/17/2019 |
Datasheet
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Release Date
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ShockLine VNA MS46524B Technical Data Sheet | 5/26/2020 |
ShockLine VNA and Site Master S331P Product Information, Compliance, and Safety | 1/21/2020 |
Soft Case Declaration of Conformity | 6/9/2017 |
Performance ShockLine VNA Declaration of Conformity | 6/9/2017 |
Leaflet
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Release Date
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Anritsu and Compass Technology Group Material Measurements Solution | 5/28/2020 |
Anritsu and SWISSto12 Material Measurements Solution | 5/28/2020 |
Anritsu and Keycom Material Measurement Solution | 5/28/2020 |
Anritsu Vector Network Analyzers — The Perfect Tool for Electro-Optical Measurements | 2/6/2018 |
White Paper
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Release Date
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Superposition vs. True-Balanced: What's Required for your Signal Integrity Application White Paper | 8/23/2018 |
Modern Architecture Advances Vector Network Analyzer Performance White Paper | 11/8/2016 |
A Guide to Making RF Measurements for Signal Integrity Applications | 10/31/2016 |
Measuring Channel Operating Margin | 10/10/2016 |
Selection Guide
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Release Date
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ShockLine Vector Network Analyzers Selection Guide | 4/1/2020 |
Catalog
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Release Date
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Precision RF & Microwave Components Catalog | 6/30/2020 |
Quick Start Guide
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Release Date
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ShockLine Series Vector Network Analyzers Verification Kits and Performance Verification Software | 4/9/2019 |
Operations Manual
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Release Date
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ShockLine MS46522B and MS46524B Series Operation Manual | 5/26/2020 |
MN4765B O/E Calibration Module Operation Manual | 10/8/2019 |
User Guide
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Release Date
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ShockLine MS46522B/524B User Interface Reference Manual | 5/26/2020 |
Measurement Guide
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Release Date
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ShockLine MS46522B and MS46524B Calibration and Measurement Guide | 12/19/2019 |
Programming Manual
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Release Date
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ShockLine MS46xxxA/B and MS4652xB VNA Programming Manual | 1/21/2020 |
Maintenance Manual
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ShockLine MS4652xB Series VNA Maintenance Manual | 7/17/2019 |