Description
The Agilent 87406B Switch is a versatile and high-performance component designed to facilitate automated testing and signal routing in RF and microwave systems. Operating effectively up to 20 GHz, this switch provides reliable and fast switching capabilities essential for applications requiring precise control over signal paths. It features a solid-state design that ensures minimal insertion loss and excellent isolation between channels, maintaining signal integrity during switching operations. The Agilent 87406B is equipped with durable connectors and robust construction suitable for demanding test environments, offering long-term reliability and consistent performance. Its compact size and compatibility with various instruments make it ideal for integration into automated test setups in telecommunications, aerospace, and research laboratories, supporting efficient and accurate testing of components and systems.
Specifications
- Frequency Range: DC to 20 GHz
- Connector Type: SMA (f) ports
- Insertion Loss: < 1.5 dB at 20 GHz
- Isolation: > 80 dB at 20 GHz
- Switching Speed: < 10 ms typical
- Impedance: 50 ohms
- Switching Life: > 10 million cycles
- Control Interface: TTL compatible, with SMA (m) connectors
- Power Handling: 1 watt average power, 100 watts peak power
- Operating Temperature: 0°C to 55°C (32°F to 131°F)
- Dimensions: Approximately 90 mm x 19 mm x 82 mm (3.5 in x 0.75 in x 3.2 in)
- Weight: Approximately 0.2 kg (0.44 lbs)
Laboratory Calibration
Micro Precision operates 36 laboratories globally providing reliable localized support
- Certified metrologists staffing laboratories in North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East
- Comprehensive scopes of accreditation to meet a broad range of customer needs
- Expedited calibration services available
- Pickup and delivery services available
- Environmentally controlled facilities to ensure high quality and accurate calibrations and measurements.
Laboratory Calibration
Micro Precision operates 36 laboratories globally providing reliable localized support
- Certified metrologists staffing laboratories in North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East
- Comprehensive scopes of accreditation to meet a broad range of customer needs
- Expedited calibration services available
- Pickup and delivery services available
- Environmentally controlled facilities to ensure high quality and accurate calibrations and measurements.
Quality Certified Test Equipment Repair Services
When a piece of equipment fails you have the option to repair or replace that item. Oftentimes repair is an economical and efficient solution. Micro Precision’s repair offering provides advantages to our customers:
- Cost effective; often less than OEM
- Efficient; often much better turn-time than the OEM
- Flexibility; willingness to work with customers to meet their needs
- Warranted repairs
- Ability to service many obsolete instruments
Quality Certified Test Equipment Repair Services
When a piece of equipment fails you have the option to repair or replace that item. Oftentimes repair is an economical and efficient solution. Micro Precision’s repair offering provides advantages to our customers:
- Cost effective; often less than OEM
- Efficient; often much better turn-time than the OEM
- Flexibility; willingness to work with customers to meet their needs
- Warranted repairs
- Ability to service many obsolete instruments
Cost Effective Test Equipment Options
From the leasing of specialized electronic equipment for a specific task, to the purchase of physical and dimensional tools, we offer leasing services as well as used test equipment sales. We also locate hard-to-find electronics, and provide flexible options to meet ever-changing equipment needs.
Cost Effective Test Equipment Options
From the leasing of specialized electronic equipment for a specific task, to the purchase of physical and dimensional tools, we offer leasing services as well as used test equipment sales. We also locate hard-to-find electronics, and provide flexible options to meet ever-changing equipment needs.
Our Capabilities
Micro Precision can perform instrument calibration services on equipment from variety of applications for specific industries and lines of business. If you have a calibration need that is not listed in this area, please contact us.
Electrical
Micro Precision accredited electrical calibration lab services with multimeter, multifunction calibrator, oscilloscope, and power supply capabilities.
Optical
Micro Precision accredited optical, light, and fiber optic calibration lab services.
Thermodynamics & Chemical
Micro Precision accredited thermodynamic & chemical calibration lab services with temperature, humidity, life science, and pharma capabilities.
RF - Microwave
Micro Precision accredited RF & microwave calibration lab services.
Mechanical & Dimensional
Micro Precision accredited mechanical and dimensional calibration lab services with pressure, torque, force, flow, velocity, and aircraft jack load capabilities.
Laboratory Standards
Calibration laboratory standards are critical for your organization’s most accurate measurements.
Semiconductor Calibration
Micro Precision utilizes state-of-the-art technology to analyze semiconductor wafer thickness and step height.



