# Keysight E4980AL 1 MHz Precision LCR Meter (Option 102) (Pre-Owned) # Keysight E4980AL 1 MHz Precision LCR Meter (Option 102) (Pre-Owned) ## Key Features At A Glance - Test frequencies from 20 Hz to 2 MHz across the series, with 300 kHz, 500 kHz, and 1 MHz upper-range models - Four-terminal pair measurement terminal configuration - Basic accuracy down to 0.05%, depending on measurement time mode, frequency, and signal level - GPIB (IEEE 488), USB (USBTMC-USB488), and LAN 10/100BaseT interfaces for ATE integration - Fully compliant to LXI Class C specification - Up to 201-point list sweep with bin-sort comparator for component sorting - OPEN, SHORT, and LOAD compensation for test-fixture error correction - Optional power/DC-bias enhancement (to 20 Vrms and ±40 V bias), DCR, handler, and scanner interfaces The Keysight E4980A and E4980AL are precision LCR meters built for impedance characterization of passive components and materials. The E4980A covers a test-frequency span of 20 Hz to 2 MHz, while the E4980AL is offered in three upper-frequency variants — 300 kHz (E4980AL-032), 500 kHz (E4980AL-052), and 1 MHz (E4980AL-102) — each also starting from 20 Hz. Throughout the series, measurements are made through a four-terminal pair connection, and results are reported in a broad selection of parameter pairs covering capacitance, inductance, resistance, impedance, and admittance. An LCR meter applies a known AC test signal to a device under test and measures the resulting voltage and current to derive impedance and its related quantities. The E4980A/E4980AL report measurement parameters including Cp-D, Cp-Q, Cp-G, Cp-Rp, Cs-D, Cs-Q, Cs-Rs, Lp-D, Lp-Q, Lp-Rp, Ls-Rs, R-X, Z-θ, G-B, and Y-θ, with both parallel and series equivalent-circuit models available. A deviation measurement function can output the difference from a reference value or the percentage deviation, and a comparator with bin-sort capability can sort the primary parameter into nine BINs plus OUT\_OF\_BINS, AUX\_BIN, and LOW\_C\_REJECT categories. ValueTronics stocks instruments like these in its own 20,000 sq ft secure warehouse at 1675 Cambridge Drive in Elgin, Illinois. Every pre-owned unit is inspected and functionally verified in-house by our technicians before it ships, while new units ship factory-sealed exactly as received from the manufacturer. ## Brand Heritage Keysight Technologies traces its test-and-measurement heritage to Hewlett-Packard, whose instrument business was spun out as Agilent Technologies in 1999. That measurement business was subsequently established as Keysight Technologies in 2014, the brand under which this product line is offered today. ## Compare Other Models in This Series The E4980A is the 20 Hz to 2 MHz frequency-range LCR meter, while the E4980AL is offered with upper frequency limits of 20 Hz to 300 kHz, 500 kHz, or 1 MHz, identified by the option suffixes -032, -052, and -102 respectively. All members of the series share the four-terminal pair measurement architecture, the same broad set of measurement parameters, and OPEN/SHORT/LOAD compensation. Option availability differs between the two model lines. The Power and DC Bias Enhancement (Option 001) is installable on the E4980A but not on the E4980AL. DCR measurement is an installable option (Option 200) on the E4980A and is equipped by default on the E4980AL. The handler interface (Option 201) and scanner interface (Option 301) are installable on both. Each model in the series below links to its own dedicated product page with condition-matched pricing. Choose the model whose upper frequency limit and installed options fit your application; the pre-owned unit you select is priced and described for its specific condition. The E4980A is the broadest-frequency model in the family, covering the full 20 Hz to 2 MHz span. It is the model that accepts the Power and DC Bias Enhancement (Option 001) for test signals up to 20 Vrms and variable DC bias from –40 V to +40 V, and it supports DCR measurement when Option 200 is installed. The principal difference across the family is the upper test-frequency limit: 2 MHz on the E4980A, 1 MHz on the E4980AL-102, 500 kHz on the E4980AL-052, and 300 kHz on the E4980AL-032, with every model sharing the same 20 Hz lower limit. The comparison table that follows lists each model's frequency range alongside its option compatibility. Beyond frequency coverage, the models differ in which options they accept, as shown in the table: the Power and DC Bias Enhancement option is specific to the E4980A, whereas DCR measurement is built into the E4980AL by default and added via option on the E4980A. The handler and scanner interface options apply across both model lines. Model Frequency Range Basic Accuracy Test Signal Voltage **E4980AL** 20 Hz to 1 MHz 0.05% 0 Vrms - 2.0 Vrms E4980A 20 Hz to 2 MHz 0.05% 0 Vrms - 2.0 Vrms Additional differences in specifications beyond the few shown above are not listed here — see each model's full specifications below. ## Product Core & Specifications Specification Value Measurement Functions Measurement parameters Cp-D, Cp-Q, Cp-G, Cp-Rp, Cs-D, Cs-Q, Cs-Rs, Lp-D, Lp-Q, Lp-G, Lp-Rp, Lp-Rdc, Ls-D, Ls-Q, Ls-Rs, Ls-Rdc, R-X, Z-θd, Z-θr, G-B, Y-θd, Y-θr, Vdc-Idc Equivalent circuits for measurement Parallel, Series Impedance range selection Auto (auto range mode), manual (hold range mode) Trigger mode Internal (INT), manual (MAN), external (EXT), GPIB (BUS) Trigger delay time 0 s - 999 s Measurement terminal Four-terminal pair Test cable length 0 m, 1 m, 2 m, 4 m Measurement time modes Short mode, medium mode, long mode Averaging 1 - 256 measurements Test Signal Test frequencies 20 Hz - 2 MHz (E4980A); 20 Hz - 1 MHz (E4980AL-102); 20 Hz - 500 kHz (E4980AL-052); 20 Hz - 300 kHz (E4980AL-032) Test frequency measurement accuracy ±0.01% Test signal modes Normal, Constant Test signal voltage range 0 Vrms - 2.0 Vrms Test signal voltage accuracy (Normal) ± (10% + 1 mVrms) Test signal voltage accuracy (Constant) ± (6% + 1 mVrms) Test signal current range 0 Arms - 20 mArms Test signal current accuracy (Normal) ± (10% + 10 µArms) Test signal current accuracy (Constant) ± (6% + 10 µArms) Output impedance 100 Ω (nominal) Test signal voltage monitor accuracy (≤ 1 MHz) ±(3% of reading value + 0.5 mVrms) Test signal current monitor accuracy (≤ 1 MHz) ± (3% of reading value + 5 µArms) Measurement Display Ranges Cs, Cp ±1.000000 aF to 999.9999 EF Ls, Lp ±1.000000 aH to 999.9999 EH D ±0.000001 to 9.999999 Q ±0.01 to 99999.99 R, Rs, Rp, X, Z, Rdc ±1.000000 aΩ to 999.9999 EΩ G, B, Y ±1.000000 aS to 999.9999 ES Vdc ±1.000000 aV to 999.9999 EV Idc ±1.000000 aA to 999.9999 EA θr ±1.000000 arad to 3.141593 rad θd ±0.0001 deg to 180.0000 deg Δ% ±0.0001% to 999.9999% Accuracy Basic accuracy (Ab) 0.05% DC Bias Signal (Standard) Test signal voltage range 0 V to +2 V Resolution 0 V / 1.5 V / 2 V only Accuracy 0.1% + 2 mV (23°C ± 5°C); (0.1% + 2 mV) × 4 (0 to 18°C or 28 to 55°C) Output impedance 100 Ω (nominal) DC bias test signal current (1.5 V/2.0 V) Output current: Max. 20 mA Compensation Function Compensation types OPEN compensation, SHORT compensation, LOAD compensation List Sweep Points Maximum of 201 points Comparator Function Bin sort (primary parameter) 9 BINs, OUT\_OF\_BINS, AUX\_BIN, LOW\_C\_REJECT Bin sort (secondary parameter) HIGH, IN, LOW BIN count Countable from 0 to 999999 Measurement Assistance / Interfaces Data buffer function Up to 201 measurement results read out in a batch Save/Recall function Up to 10 setup conditions to/from built-in non-volatile memory and USB memory GPIB 24-pin D-Sub (Type D-24), female; complies with IEEE488.1, 2 and SCPI USB host port Universal serial bus jack, type-A, female (for connection to USB memory only) USB interface port Universal serial bus jack, type mini-B; complies with USBTMC-USB488 and USB 2.0; female LAN 10/100 BaseT Ethernet, 8 pins LXI Compliance Class C (only applies to units with firmware revision A.02.00 or later) General Specifications Rated voltage 100 - 240 VAC Voltage range 90 - 264 VAC Rated frequency 50 / 60 Hz Frequency range 47 - 63 Hz Power consumption Max. 150 VA Operating temperature 0 - 55°C Operating humidity (≤ 40°C, no condensation) 15% - 85% RH Operating altitude 0 m - 2000 m Storage temperature \-20 - 70°C Storage humidity (≤ 60°C, no condensation) 0% - 90% RH Storage altitude 0 m - 4572 m Outer dimensions 375 (width) x 105 (height) x 390 (depth) mm (nominal) Weight 5.3 kg (nominal) Display LCD, 320 × 240 (pixels), RGB color Safety IEC/EN 61010-1; INSTALLATION CATEGORY II, POLLUTION DEGREE 2, MEASUREMENT CATEGORY NONE; intended for indoor use EMC IEC 61326-1; CISPR 11 Group 1, Class A > **Important:** Discharge capacitors before connecting them to the UNKNOWN terminal or a test fixture to avoid damage to the instrument. > **Important:** DC resistance (Rdc) measurement function is available when either E4980A-001/200 or E4980AL-032/052/102 is installed. > **Important:** The Open Offset may become three times greater in the ranges of 40 to 70 kHz and 80 to 100 kHz due to residual response. > Usage tip: the series' relative accuracy is specified using Keysight 16048A/D/E test leads at cable lengths of 0 m, 1 m, 2 m, or 4 m. ## About this Pre-Owned unit This pre-owned unit is inspected and functionally verified in-house before it ships and is backed by our pre-owned warranty. To confirm its exact condition, firmware revision, installed options, or included accessories for your application before ordering, contact our Test Architects. - Warranty included - Functional verification included - Standard Calibration Upgrade Options: No Calibration Required, NIST Traceable, Z540.1 or ISO 17025 with Data, Z540.3 Guardbanding with Data. - Note that unnecessary accessories may not be included (contact Test Architect to confirm). ValueTronics supplies both new and used test and measurement equipment. New units ship factory-sealed, exactly as received from the manufacturer; every used unit is inspected and functionally verified in-house at our 20,000 sq ft secure facility in Elgin, Illinois before it ships. Our Test Architects can help you select the condition, calibration, and configuration that fit your application. **Please review the Manufacturer's Data Sheet to verify published specifications. Feedback on this webpage is always welcome — please reach out to your Test Architect at any time for questions or concerns. Thank you, we truly appreciate you being our customer.** ## Details - **Price:** 0.0 USD - **Vendor:** Keysight Technologies - **Type:** Lcr Met - **Tags:** Agilent, Agilent Keysight, E4980, E4980AL, Inc., Keysight, Keysight Technologies, LCR, Lcr Meter, Manufacturers, Meters & DAQ, Model 4980, Pre-Owned, product_manual_group_1, Product_used ## Variants | Variant | Price | Available | |---------|-------|-----------| | None | 0.00 USD | In stock | | NIST Traceable | 0.00 USD | In stock | | NIST Traceable with Full Data | 0.00 USD | In stock | | ISO IEC 17025 Accredited | 0.00 USD | In stock | ## Images - E4980AL Agilent LCR Meter --- > Source: [ValueTronics](https://valuetronics.com/products/e4980al-agilent-lcr-meter-used) > Updated: 2026-06-02