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M9165A
Keysight/Agilent M9165A Solid State 20-Channel, 8-Port PXIe 2 x 8 Switch Matrix
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Andrew Gar**** Verified Buyer
" Amazing to work with and had my order within 1 week after purchasing with all NI certs and data that were needed. "
March 2025
Said Sai**** Verified Buyer
" Competent contact for highly specialized components. The support team is very knowledgeable. Many thanks for the help and the fast shipping! "
January 2025
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Keysight/Agilent M9165A 2X8 PXIe Switch Matrix
The Keysight M9165A is a modular solid-state (SS) switch matrix in a PXIe format. The M9165A has a 2 x 8 full crossbar configuration and provides frequency operation between 300 kHz and 6.5 gigahertz. Each of the two inputs is routed to each of the eight outputs, allowing for the ability to distribute RF/microwave signals flexibly among all possible combinations of sources/destinations using automated test systems. Due to the SS design of the M9165A, the instrument allows for very quick transition times (typically less than 50 microseconds) and a significantly long operational cycle, which results in lower maintenance costs and lower total cost of ownership for tests performed on multiple sites simultaneously.
The M9165A was engineered specifically for use in high-density ATE applications and offers the highest channel-to-channel isolation available today. This isolates any potential crosstalk that may be present in a setup as well as ensures that complex setups maintain their RF integrity. Temperature stability built into the instrument will provide repeatable RF performance throughout thermal changes. The SMA-female connectors located at the rear of the M9165A allow for easy and secure connection to the instrument. The M9165A can handle moderate power levels and maintains linearity at these levels. Specifically, the M9165A is capable of handling an average input P1dB of 25 dBm along with an average input Total Output Power Indicator (TOI) of 54 dBm.
One major use of the M9165A is to increase the number of ports available to vector network analyzers (VNAs). The M9165A integrates directly with Keysight's M980xA series PXIe VNAs to create a switch-based multi-port VNA system, which is ideal for performing large-scale multi-DUT or multi-port measurements. Due to the nature of Massive MIMO antenna characterization (where dozens of antenna elements need to be tested rapidly and accurately through S-parameters), this system is particularly useful. Engineers have the ability to easily configure custom switch paths without having to deal with cumbersome external wiring; thus, they gain the flexibility to quickly adapt their test setups. Also, due to the PXIe environment, synchronizing multiple instruments and/or triggering events becomes easier and helps simplify complex automated test sequences. On wireless component production test lines, the M9165A increases throughput while maintaining traceability of measurement data.
| Model | M9165A |
|---|---|
| Part Type | PXIe Solid-State Switch Matrix |
| Frequency Range | 300 kHz to 6.5 GHz |
| Switch Topology | 2 x 8 Full Crossbar (2 inputs, 8 outputs) |
| Typical Switching Speed | 50 µs (10% trigger to 90% settled RF) |
| Maximum Input Power | +25 dBm |
| Input P1dB (Typical) | +25 dBm |
| Input TOI (Typical) | +54 dBm |
| RF Connectors | SMA female |
| Platform / Form Factor | PXIe single-slot module |
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