ARINST VNA-DL 1-8800 MHz dual-port vector network analyzer

Order a two-port vector network analyzer ARINST VNA-DL 1-8800 MHz for radio electronics development and maintenance

Looking for a powerful and affordable vector network analyzer for electronics design or maintenance? Dual-port VNA ARINST VNA-DL 1-8800 MHz is the optimal solution. This compact desktop device in a plastic case is designed for professional S-parameter measurements. It will become an indispensable assistant in workshops, university laboratories and service centers.

The device is ideal for radio amateurs and engineers. With its help you can easily analyze the parameters of antennas, filters, amplifiers. It is also needed when configuring attenuators and other RF components. Indispensable in the development of telecommunications equipment. Its use guarantees the accuracy of the performance of your devices.

Key parameters

• Wide frequency range: pOperates from 1 MHz to 8800 MHz (8.8 GHz).

• High precision: dynamic range reaches 120 dB.

• Excellent Resolution: The frequency grid step is only 1 Hz.

• Measurement stability: Low noise and drift.

• Ease of use: Requires connection to a PC running Windows 7/8/10.

Advantages of the model 

The main advantage of ARINST VNA-DL is its excellent price-performance ratio. It offers wide frequency coverage at an affordable cost. The device has high measurement accuracy for its tasks. Its dynamic range of 120 dB is sufficient for most applications.

Working via a PC provides a convenient interface and data visualization. The kit includes all the necessary software for measurements. The device supports a full set of calibrations (SOLT). This guarantees accurate results at all frequencies. Compact size makes it easy to place on your desktop.

Ease of connection and setup is another important plus. Even a user without deep experience can handle it. The device is reliable and designed for intensive use. It will be a profitable investment in your workshop or laboratory. Saving time on setting up devices will pay for the cost.

Specifications

• Operating frequency range: 1–8800 MHz
• Frequency resolution for frequencies 1-140 MHz: 100 Hz
• Frequency resolution for frequencies 140–8800 MHz: 10 kHz
• Maximum number of scan points: 1000
• Scan rate per channel (IF=1 kHz) for frequencies 1–4000 MHz: >500 points/s
• Dynamic range S21 (IF=20 Hz) for frequencies 1-4000 MHz: >80 dB (typ. 85)
• Dynamic range S21 (IF=20 Hz) for frequencies 4000-6900 MHz: >75 dB (typ. 80)
• Dynamic range S21 (IF=20 Hz) for frequencies 6900-8800 MHz: >65 dB (typ. 75)
• Bridge directivity uncorrected throughout the entire range, no less than: 12 dB
• Effective directivity (after full single-port calibration), no less than: 55 dB
• Input standing wave ratio, no more than: 2 (1.3 typ.)
• Phase measurement error, no more than: ±2°
• Magnitude measurement error, no more than: ±0.25 dB
• Resolution for determining the distance to damage (C × VF) / 2: 25 m
• Maximum measured cable length at VF=1: 3000 m
• Electrical cable length compensation at VF=1: ±3 m
• Maximum DC input voltage: 25 V
• Maximum input signal power, no more than: –13 dBm
• Maximum power of the probing signal, no more than: 0 dBm
• Displayed graphs: Wolpert–Smith chart; polar diagram; coefficient phase
• reflection (CR) and transmission coefficient (CT); magnitude of KO and CP; logarithmic magnitude of KO and CP;
• SWR; distance to damage; cable losses; group delay time
• Number of memorized user settings: unlimited
• Number of memorized traces: unlimited
• Operating temperature range: 0…+40 °C
• PC connection interface: USB
• Maximum current consumption, no more than: 1 A
• Overall dimensions (L×W×H): 155×127×29 mm
• Weight: 0.25 kg.