Power Meters Catalog

The Keysight Power Meters and Sensors Catalog provides a comprehensive overview of RF and microwave power measurement solutions designed for average, peak, and time‑domain power analysis across wireless communications, radar systems, satellite links, and high‑frequency electronics. Organized into four capability classes, average power meters, peak power meters, thermistor power meters, and handheld power meters, the catalog covers frequency ranges from DC to 220 GHz, dynamic ranges from –70 dBm to +44 dBm, and multiple sensor types that support CW, pulsed, and complex modulated signal formats. These instruments support applications across wireless device verification, radar pulse characterization, power amplifier testing, base‑station analysis, RF component evaluation, and high‑volume manufacturing calibration workflows.
 

Average power meters come in the PM4‑class, which includes the N1910B Series. They deliver accurate continuous‑wave power measurements with broad frequency coverage to 220 GHz and a wide dynamic range. These meters support 1 to 4 channels and offer real‑time calibration and low‑noise circuitry for stable performance under fast‑changing signal conditions. Average power meters are well‑suited for wireless, satellite, 5G, and automotive radar applications where precise CW or modulated average power measurements are required.
 

Peak power meters come in the PM2‑class, which includes the E4410A Series, N1910A Series, and N8262A. They enable high‑speed sampling for pulsed and complex modulated signals. These meters support video bandwidths up to 30 MHz and offer peak, average, peak‑to‑average ratio, and time‑gated measurements. With built‑in presets for wireless formats such as Bluetooth, LTE, 5G, and TDMA, peak power meters support radar transient analysis, rise time and fall time capture, overshoot and droop characterization, and burst‑mode transmitter evaluation. Their 100 MSa/s sampling architectures make them ideal for pulse radar, electronic warfare, and emerging wideband wireless applications.
 

Thermistor power meters come in the PM3‑class, which includes the N432A. They provide highly accurate, calibration‑grade power measurements using temperature‑compensated thermistor sensors. These meters deliver excellent linearity for noise‑like or highly modulated signals and are widely used in metrology labs and production calibration environments. With self‑balancing and temperature compensation features, thermistor meters maintain stability under environmental variation and enable precise RF‑to‑DC conversion measurements critical for traceability and long‑term reliability.
 

Handheld power meters come in the PM1‑class, which includes the V3500A. They provide portable, built‑in‑sensor RF power measurements from 10 MHz to 6 GHz with dynamic range from –63 dBm to +20 dBm. These field‑ready instruments support internal calibration, battery operation, and rugged enclosure designs, making them ideal for wireless field service, remote antenna verification, and on‑site troubleshooting where portability and accuracy are essential.
 

Beyond benchtop and handheld meters, Keysight offers a broad family of power sensors enabling direct USB or LAN connectivity for high‑density test racks or distributed measurement systems. Average power sensors deliver accurate, repeatable power readings across wide frequency ranges and support CW and all major modulation formats. Peak and average sensors provide real‑time envelope measurement capabilities for pulsed radar, EW testing, and burst‑mode wireless signals, capturing fast edges, pulse widths, droop, overshoot, and time‑gated power without requiring a separate benchtop meter. Diode sensors support low‑level RF measurements with high sensitivity and are optimized for low‑power device characterization. Thermocouple sensors deliver modulation‑independent measurements and serve as calibration references for metrology labs. USB and LAN‑connected sensors streamline automated test environments, SCPI‑based control, and remote monitoring for production lines or chassis‑free ATE architectures.
 

Millimeter‑wave and waveguide sensors extend Keysight’s capability into high‑frequency ranges required for satellite links, 5G FR2, automotive radar, point‑to‑point microwave systems, and emerging mmWave wireless technologies. With precise waveguide connectors and high‑stability designs, these sensors enable accurate power measurements at extremely high frequencies where calibration and repeatability are critical. Additional wideband and wide dynamic range sensors support high‑speed applications requiring broad video bandwidth, large crest factor handling, and rapid acquisition.
 

Power meter and sensor architectures support a wide range of engineering workflows. Benchtop meters offer multiparameter display, triggering, math functions, and dual‑channel analysis suited for R&D labs and precision validation. USB and LAN sensors provide cost‑effective, automated measurement capability for ATE and manufacturing. Peak and average sensors enable direct time‑domain capture of pulsed and modulated envelopes, while thermocouple sensors provide traceable, modulation‑independent accuracy for calibration groups. Together, these tools support measurements across IoT devices, high‑power transmitters, complex multi‑carrier base stations, and wideband radar and EW systems.
 

Keysight power measurement software enhances capability across all meter and sensor classes, enabling automated power logging, pulse analysis, statistical analysis, data capture, modulation‑specific presets, and remote control. Software applications support 5G NR, WLAN, LTE, IoT modulation formats, radar pulse analysis, and custom OFDM demodulation workflows. Accessories such as calibration kits, cables, adapters, passive probes, and mounting hardware ensure accurate, repeatable connections and streamlined test configuration across RF, microwave, and millimeter‑wave systems.
 

Keysight Support Services help maintain long‑term measurement accuracy and minimize downtime. KeysightCare offers prioritized technical support, calibration services, and expert troubleshooting. High‑performance power meters and sensors ship with one year of KeysightCare Assured, ensuring consistent accuracy and rapid assistance throughout demanding test programs.
 

Overall, the Power Meters and Sensors Catalog serves as a guide to selecting benchtop meters, average power sensors, peak and average sensors, diode and thermocouple sensors, USB and LAN sensors, and millimeter‑wave sensors for applications ranging from wireless device testing and radar pulse analysis to component characterization and high‑volume manufacturing calibration. With advanced measurement capability, a broad sensor portfolio, software‑driven analysis tools, and comprehensive support services, Keysight power measurement solutions empower engineers working in RF, microwave, aerospace, defense, and next‑generation wireless communications.