Electronic & Mechanical Calibration Methods

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Traditionally, the calibration of Vector Network Analyzers (VNAs) has been accomplished with mechanical standards. This calibration process can be laborious and error prone, but is required to make accurate measurements. Electronic calibration modules have been designed to make VNA calibration faster, simpler, and easier than traditional mechanical calibration. The purpose of this paper is to clarify the differences between electronic and mechanical calibrations and how these differences affect measurement accuracy.