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The Keysight Agilent 8496B is a DC to 18 GHz manual step attenuator providing attenuation in 10 dB steps from 0 to 110 dB. Precision gold-plated leaf springs ensure a lifespan of over 5 million cycles with a repeatability of typically 0.01 dB (0.03 dB max). Compatible with the Keysight 11716A and 11716C Attenuator Interconnect Kits for series connection with other 8494/5/6/7 step attenuators to achieve greater dynamic range in 1 dB steps.

Key specifications:
• Frequency range: DC to 18 GHz
• Insertion loss at 0 dB: 0.6 dB + 0.09 dB/GHz
• Maximum SWR: 1.5 (to 8 GHz), 1.6 (to 12.4 GHz), 1.9 (to 18 GHz)
• Repeatability: 0.03 dB max, 5 million cycles per section
• Maximum RF input power: 1 W average, 100 W peak

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The Keysight (Agilent) 8496B is a precision manual step attenuator designed for RF and microwave applications requiring accurate, repeatable signal attenuation. It provides attenuation in 10 dB increments from 0 to 110 dB across a frequency range of DC to 18 GHz, making it well suited for use in receiver testing, signal conditioning, and laboratory measurement setups.

Precision gold-plated leaf springs are used throughout to ensure consistent electrical contact over the full rated life of the attenuator, delivering superior long-term repeatability. NIST traceable calibration data for SWR and attenuation is available as Option UK6 for enhanced measurement accuracy.

The 8496B can be connected in series with other Keysight step attenuators (8494/8495/8497) using the 11716A (Type-N) or 11716C (SMA) Attenuator Interconnect Kits, enabling 1 dB step resolution across an extended dynamic range.

Frequency Range: DC to 18 GHz
Attenuation Range: 0 to 110 dB
Step Size: 10 dB
Insertion Loss at 0 dB: 0.6 dB + 0.09 dB/GHz
Maximum SWR: 1.5 (DC to 8 GHz), 1.6 (to 12.4 GHz), 1.9 (to 18 GHz)
Repeatability: 0.03 dB max per section
Cycle Life: 5 million cycles per section (typical)
Maximum RF Input Power: 1 W average, 100 W peak
Connector Options: Type-N female, SMA female, APC-7
Impedance: 50 Ohm

Keysight 8494B/8495B/8496B Step Attenuator Technical Specifications Datasheet: Download PDF

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