ShockLine MS46131A Modular 1-Port Vector Network Analyzer, 1 MHz to 8/20/43.5 GHz

Compact PC-controlled 1-port vector network analyzer with frequency options from 1 MHz to 8, 20 or 43.5 GHz.

Frequency range: 1 MHz to 8 GHz
Frequency range: 1 MHz to 20 GHz
Frequency range: 1 MHz to 43.5 GHz
Frequency resolution: 1 Hz

Datasheet

Overview

The Anritsu ShockLine MS46131A is a modular, PC-controlled 1-port vector network analyzer (VNA) available in three frequency ranges: 1 MHz to 8 GHz, 20 GHz or 43.5 GHz. It is based on Anritsu's patented nonlinear transmission line (NLTL) VNA-on-chip technology, which simplifies the internal VNA architecture, reduces instrument size and cost, and improves accuracy and measurement repeatability.

The instrument is small enough to connect directly to the device under test (DUT). Placing the VNA port at the DUT removes the need for test port cables, which improves measurement stability and simplifies the test setup. It is intended for 1-port RF and microwave measurements in engineering, manufacturing and education, including passive 5G mmWave components.

Control and multi-unit operation

The MS46131A is controlled over USB from an external, user-supplied PC and runs the same ShockLine software as the rest of the ShockLine VNA family, with a common graphical user interface and a command syntax that is compatible across the family. With the Simultaneous Sweep feature, up to four units can operate in parallel in separate software instances, each with its own frequency range, sweep configuration and calibration.

PhaseLync and secure use

With the optional PhaseLync technology, two MS46131A units can be phase synchronized to form a fully reversing 2-port VNA for S-parameter measurements on passive devices, over distances of 100 meters or more. The instrument has no on-board data storage, which simplifies its use in secure areas.

Frequency range MS46131A-010	1 MHz to 8 GHz
Frequency range MS46131A-020	1 MHz to 20 GHz
Frequency range MS46131A-043	1 MHz to 43.5 GHz
Frequency resolution	1 Hz
Frequency accuracy	± 1.0 ppm At time of calibration
Frequency stability	± 1.0 ppm from -10 °C to +55 °C Typical
Aging	± 1.0 ppm/year Typical

Test port connector MS46131A-010	Type N(f)
Test port connector MS46131A-020	Ruggedized K(m) Compatible with 3.5 mm and SMA connectors
Test port connector MS46131A-043	Ruggedized Extended-K™ (m) Compatible with standard K, 3.5 mm, and SMA connectors
Damage input level	+23 dBm maximum, ±50 VDC maximum
Receiver compression level	+ 5 dBm 1 MHz to 43.5 GHz; port power level beyond which the response may be compressed more than 0.1 dB; typical

High (default)	0 dBm ±2dB Typical
Low	– 20 dBm ±2dB Typical
Off	-50 dBm Typical

Directivity / port match, 1 MHz to 6 GHz	> 6 dB / > 6 dB Typical; user and system correction off
Directivity / port match, > 6 GHz to 8 GHz	> 5 dB / > 6 dB Typical; user and system correction off
Directivity / port match, > 8 GHz to 43.5 GHz	> 10 dB / > 10 dB Typical; user and system correction off

Directivity / source match, 1 MHz to 6 GHz MS46131A-010	≥ 42 dB / ≥ 33 dB With TOSLN50A-8 or TOSLNF50A-8 calibration kits; reflection tracking ± 0.15 dB
Directivity / source match, > 6 GHz to 8 GHz MS46131A-010	≥ 37 dB / ≥ 33 dB With TOSLN50A-8 or TOSLNF50A-8 calibration kits; reflection tracking ± 0.15 dB
Directivity / source match, 1 MHz to 10 GHz MS46131A-020	≥ 42 dB / ≥ 33 dB With TOSLK50A-20 or TOSLKF50A-20 calibration kits; reflection tracking ± 0.15 dB
Directivity / source match, > 10 GHz to 20 GHz MS46131A-020	≥ 36 dB / ≥ 26 dB With TOSLK50A-20 or TOSLKF50A-20 calibration kits; reflection tracking ± 0.15 dB
Directivity / source match, 1 MHz to 10 GHz MS46131A-043	≥ 45 dB / ≥ 45 dB With TOSLK50A-43.5 or TOSLKF50A-43.5 kits with .s1p definitions; reflection tracking ± 0.15 dB
Directivity / source match, > 20 GHz to 30 GHz MS46131A-043	≥ 45 dB / ≥ 44 dB With TOSLK50A-43.5 or TOSLKF50A-43.5 kits with .s1p definitions; reflection tracking ± 0.15 dB
Directivity / source match, > 30 GHz to 40 GHz MS46131A-043	≥ 45 dB / ≥ 42 dB With TOSLK50A-43.5 or TOSLKF50A-43.5 kits with .s1p definitions; reflection tracking ± 0.15 dB
Directivity / source match, > 40 GHz to 43.5 GHz MS46131A-043	≥ 42 dB / ≥ 41 dB With TOSLK50A-43.5 or TOSLKF50A-43.5 kits with .s1p definitions; reflection tracking ± 0.2 dB

Directivity / source match, 1 MHz to < 10 GHz MS46131A-043	≥ 50 dB / ≥ 49 dB With 36585K automatic calibration kit with type K connectors
Directivity / source match, 10 GHz to < 20 GHz MS46131A-043	≥ 45 dB / ≥ 49 dB With 36585K automatic calibration kit with type K connectors
Directivity / source match, 20 GHz to 40 GHz MS46131A-043	≥ 45 dB / ≥ 45 dB With 36585K automatic calibration kit with type K connectors

Measurement speed	180 µs/point 1-port calibrated data, typical; 300 kHz IFBW, 1601 points; depends on external computer configuration
Sweep speed	230 µs/point, typical Category listing summary

Frequency sweep types	Linear, Log, CW, or Segmented
Maximum data points	2 to 16,001 points
IF bandwidth	10, 20, 50, 70, 100, 200, 300, 500, 700 Hz; 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 10, 20, 30, 50, 70, 100, 200, 300 kHz
Channels and traces	16 channels, each with up to 16 traces
Markers	12 markers + 1 reference marker
Domains	Frequency Domain, Time (Distance) Domain (Option 002)

CPU	Intel® Core™ i5-6300U Processor
RAM	4 GB
Operating system	Windows® 7,8, 8.1, or 10; 32 or 64 bit operating systems
USB	One USB 2.0 (or higher) type A port per MS46131A used An externally powered USB hub may be used to increase available ports

Environmental standard	MIL-PRF-28800F Class 2
Operating temperature range	-10 ºC to 55 ºC
Storage temperature range	–51 ºC to 71 ºC
Maximum relative humidity	95 % RH at 30 ºC, non-condensing
Altitude	4600 meters, operating and non-operating
Warranty	1 year from the date of shipment (standard warranty) MS46131A and built-in options

Option	Description
MS46131A-010	Frequency option, 1 MHz to 8 GHz — Type N(f) ports; select one frequency option only
MS46131A-020	Frequency option, 1 MHz to 20 GHz — Type ruggedized K(m) ports (compatible with 3.5 mm and SMA connectors); select one frequency option only
MS46131A-043	Frequency option, 1 MHz to 43.5 GHz — Type ruggedized Extended-K™ (m) ports (compatible with standard K, 3.5 mm, and SMA connectors); select one frequency option only
MS46131A-002	Time Domain with Time Gating
MS46131A-012	PhaseLync Synchronization
MS46131A-025	PhaseLync Length Option 25 — For lengths ≤ 20 meters
MS46131A-050	PhaseLync Length Option 50 — For lengths ≤ 50 meters
MS46131A-100	PhaseLync Length Option 100 — For lengths ≤ 100 meters
MS46131A-098	Standard Calibration, ISO 17025 compliant, without data
MS46131A-099	Premium Calibration, ISO 17025 compliant, with data
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), -004 SMA(f)
MN25218A	2-port USB SmartCal Module, 1 MHz to 20 GHz — Available with K(f) connectors
36585K-2M	K Precision AutoCal Module, 70 kHz to 40 GHz, K(m) to K(m)
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

ShockLine MS46131A Modular 1-Port Vector Network Analyzer, 1 MHz to 8/20/43.5 GHz

Overview

Control and multi-unit operation

PhaseLync and secure use

Key Features

Specifications

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