Antenna Measurement Frequency Extenders (AET/AER)
Antenna Measurement Frequency Extenders (AET/AER) Extend Your Antenna Test Capabilities Up to 500 GHz
Farran’s Antenna Measurement Transmitters and Receveirs (AET and AER) series are high-performance frequency extension modules designed to expand the capabilities of your antenna measurement systems. These modules enable precise near-field and far-field testing of antenna radiation patterns, gain, and phase polarization at frequencies up to 500 GHz.
Easily integrated with your existing baseband vector network analyzer (VNA), these extenders offer a streamlined and cost-effective solution for verifying antenna performance at mmWave frequencies, the system includes matched transmitter and receiver heads to ensure precision and reliability. Its compact and lightweight design allows for easy integration into both laboratory and an echoic chamber environments.
Frequency Extension Calibration Kits (FEK)
Precision Calibration for mmWave VNA Measurements
Farran’s FEK Series Calibration Kits are designed to ensure accurate and reliable calibration of Vector Network Analyzers (VNAs) used with frequency extension modules. These kits support both TRL and SOLT calibration methods, enabling full 12-term port error correction for precise S-parameter measurements at millimeter-wave frequencies.
Each kit includes precision-engineered waveguide calibration standards and accessories tailored to specific frequency bands. The FEK-xx-0001 models are compact, easy to use, and essential for maximizing measurement confidence and repeatability/
Noise Sources & Frequency Extenders for Noise Figure Analyzers
Millimeter-Wave Noise Sources for Accurate NF Measurements
Farran’s WGNS Series Noise Sources, used in combination with the FBC Series Frequency Extension Modules, provide a complete solution for accurate millimeter-wave noise figure (NF) measurements from 26.5 to 170 GHz. Designed to extend the capabilities of the Keysight N8975A Noise Figure Analyzer or Keysight X-Series Signal Analyzer with the N9069A option, the system supports both on-wafer and benchtop testing across Ka, U, V, E, and W bands.
The FBC Series consists of precision-engineered down converters that operate exclusively with the WGNS noise sources, enabling reliable frequency extension for advanced Test & Measurement applications. When paired with an Agilent E8247C signal generator (or equivalent) in the FBC-XX-FB configuration, the system delivers accurate full-band noise figure measurements with low conversion loss and stable performance, making it ideal for RF component characterization in both R&D and production environments.
This integrated WGNS + FBC solution provides a high-performance platform for advanced mmWave noise testing, supporting applications in 5G & 6G Wireless Communications, Space & Emerging Technology, and Test & Measurement.”
