# Rohde & Schwarz ZVA8 8 GHz Vector Network Analyzer (Pre-Owned)

# Rohde & Schwarz ZVA8 8 GHz Vector Network Analyzer (Pre-Owned)

## Key Features At A Glance

-   Vector network analyzer series covering 300 kHz to 67 GHz across the R&S ZVA8, ZVA24, ZVA40, ZVA50, and ZVA67 models
-   Available in two- or four-port configurations on 50 Ω test ports
-   Up to 60001 measurement points per sweep with 1 Hz frequency resolution and 20 traces per diagram area
-   Measurement bandwidths from 1 Hz to 1 MHz in 1/2/5 steps; to 5 MHz with optional R&S ZVA-K17
-   Measurement time below 3.5 µs per point in CW mode at 1 MHz measurement bandwidth
-   IEC/IEEE 488 bus, dual LAN (RJ-45), and USB 2.0 for remote control and ATE integration
-   26 cm (10.4") color LCD at 800 × 600 resolution
-   Optional time domain, frequency conversion, true differential, pulsed, and noise figure measurements

The R&S ZVA is a vector network analyzer offered as a multi-model series — the R&S ZVA8, R&S ZVA24, R&S ZVA40, R&S ZVA50, and R&S ZVA67 — covering frequency ranges from 300 kHz up to 67 GHz. All models present 50 Ω test ports in two- or four-port configurations and share a common measurement and control architecture for characterizing the magnitude and phase of transmission and reflection on a device under test.

A vector network analyzer measures how a component or network reflects and transmits RF and microwave signals, capturing both magnitude and phase to characterize its behavior across frequency. Beyond standard transmission and reflection measurements, the series supports additional measurement disciplines through named add-on functionality: time domain analysis, frequency conversion and mixer measurements, mixer phase and mixer delay measurement, true differential-mode stimulus, pulsed measurements, and noise figure measurements.

ValueTronics stocks and holds its own inventory in a 20,000-square-foot secure warehouse at 1675 Cambridge Drive in Elgin, Illinois. Every used unit we sell is inspected and functionally verified in-house before it ships, while new units ship factory-sealed exactly as received from the manufacturer.

## Brand Heritage

Rohde & Schwarz is an independent, privately held electronics company founded more than 80 years ago and headquartered in Munich, Germany. It has operated under the Rohde & Schwarz name without a major corporate rebranding or acquisition.

## Compare Other Models in This Series

The R&S ZVA Vector Network Analyzer is offered as a series of models distinguished principally by frequency coverage: the R&S ZVA8 (to 8 GHz), R&S ZVA24 (to 24 GHz), R&S ZVA40 (to 40 GHz), R&S ZVA50 (to 50 GHz), and R&S ZVA67 (to 67 GHz). Across the series, all models provide 50 Ω test ports in two- or four-port configurations and a shared measurement and control architecture.

The models share core capabilities — up to 60001 measurement points, 1 Hz frequency resolution, measurement bandwidths from 1 Hz to 1 MHz, and a measurement time below 3.5 µs per point — while differing in upper frequency limit, test-port connector type, dynamic range, and available source count.

Each model in the series below has its own dedicated product page with condition-matched pricing for the pre-owned unit. Select the frequency tier and port configuration that matches your application, then review the per-model specifications on that model's page.

The primary difference across the series is the upper frequency limit, which sets the model number: 8, 24, 40, 50, or 67 GHz. The low-frequency limit is 300 kHz on the R&S ZVA8 and 10 MHz on the higher-frequency models. Test-port connector type also tracks the frequency tier — type N on the R&S ZVA8, 3.5 mm on the R&S ZVA24, 2.92 mm or 2.4 mm on the R&S ZVA40, 2.4 mm on the R&S ZVA50, and 1.85 mm on the R&S ZVA67.

Models are further configurable by number of test ports (two or four) and, on the four-port versions, by number of internal sources (two or four). Dynamic range and maximum test-port output power also vary by model and frequency band. The comparison table below summarizes these per-model differences.

Model

Frequency Range

Test Port Connector

Max Dynamic Range (typ.)

**ZVA8**

300 kHz to 8 GHz

type N, female

140 dB (typ.)

ZVA24

10 MHz to 24 GHz

3.5 mm, male, ruggedized

135 dB (typ.)

ZVA40

10 MHz to 40 GHz

2.92 mm or 2.4 mm, male, ruggedized

140 dB (typ.)

ZVA50

10 MHz to 50 GHz

2.4 mm, male, ruggedized

140 dB (typ.)

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

Frequency and Ports

Frequency range

300 kHz to 8 GHz

Test port connector

type N, female

Number of test ports

2 or 4

Dynamic range (without optional step attenuators and without optional direct generator/receiver access)

300 kHz to 50 MHz

\> 100 dB, typ. 110 dB

50 MHz to 100 MHz

\> 120 dB, typ. 130 dB

100 MHz to 4 GHz

\> 130 dB, typ. 140 dB

4 GHz to 7 GHz

\> 125 dB, typ. 135 dB

7 GHz to 8 GHz

\> 120 dB, typ. 130 dB

Accuracy of transmission measurements

300 kHz to 1 MHz, +15 dB to –45 dB

< 1 dB or < 6°

1 MHz to 50 MHz, +15 dB to –30 dB

< 0.2 dB or < 2°

1 MHz to 50 MHz, –30 dB to –45 dB

< 1 dB or < 6°

50 MHz to 8 GHz, +15 dB to +5 dB

< 0.2 dB or < 2°

50 MHz to 8 GHz, +5 dB to –55 dB

< 0.1 dB or < 1°

50 MHz to 8 GHz, –55 dB to –70 dB

< 0.2 dB or < 2°

50 MHz to 8 GHz, –70 dB to –85 dB

< 1 dB or < 6°

Accuracy of reflection measurements

300 kHz to 1 MHz, +10 dB to –25 dB

< 1 dB or < 6°

300 kHz to 1 MHz, –25 dB to –35 dB

< 3 dB or < 20°

1 MHz to 8 GHz, +10 dB to +3 dB

< 0.6 dB or < 4°

1 MHz to 8 GHz, +3 dB to –15 dB

< 0.4 dB or < 3°

1 MHz to 8 GHz, –15 dB to –25 dB

< 1 dB or < 6°

1 MHz to 8 GHz, –25 dB to –35 dB

< 3 dB or < 20°

Test port output power range (without optional step attenuators / direct access)

300 kHz to 50 MHz

–40 dBm to +10 dBm, typ. –45 dBm to +14 dBm

50 MHz to 4 GHz

–40 dBm to +13 dBm, typ. –45 dBm to +15 dBm

4 GHz to 7 GHz

–40 dBm to +10 dBm, typ. –45 dBm to +13 dBm

7 GHz to 8 GHz

–40 dBm to +8 dBm, typ. –45 dBm to +12 dBm

Test port input

Maximum nominal input level, 300 kHz to 8 GHz

+13 dBm

Power measurement accuracy, 10 MHz to 8 GHz (at –10 dBm)

< 1 dB

Noise level (at 10 Hz measurement bandwidth)

300 kHz to 100 MHz

< –100 dBm

100 MHz to 8 GHz

< –115 dBm

Trace noise of S11 (RMS, 0 dBm, 0 dB reflection, 1 kHz BW)

300 kHz to 8 GHz

< 0.004 dB, typ. 0.001 dB

Effective system data (with R&S®ZV-Z270)

Directivity, 10 MHz to 700 MHz

\> 36 dB, typ. 46 dB

Directivity, 700 MHz to 8 GHz

\> 40 dB, typ. 46 dB

Source match, 10 MHz to 700 MHz

\> 30 dB, typ. 43 dB

Source match, 700 MHz to 8 GHz

\> 36 dB, typ. 43 dB

Reflection tracking, 10 MHz to 700 MHz

< 0.2 dB, typ. 0.04 dB

Reflection tracking, 700 MHz to 8 GHz

< 0.1 dB, typ. 0.02 dB

Load match, 10 MHz to 700 MHz

\> 36 dB, typ. 46 dB

Load match, 700 MHz to 8 GHz

\> 40 dB, typ. 46 dB

Transmission tracking, 10 MHz to 700 MHz

< 0.2 dB, typ. 0.04 dB

Transmission tracking, 700 MHz to 8 GHz

< 0.1 dB, typ. 0.02 dB

> **Important:** EMC emission per EN 55011 / CISPR 11 group 1 class A: the instrument is intended for industrial environments and may not be operated in residential, commercial, or small-business areas unless additional measures are taken to ensure EN 55011 class B compliance.

> **Important:** Measurement accuracy and effective system data are conditional on the use of a suitable calibration kit (e.g. R&S®ZV-Z270 for ZVA8, R&S®ZV-Z235 for ZVA24, R&S®ZV-Z229 for ZVA40, R&S®ZV-Z224 for ZVA50, R&S®ZV-Z218 for ZVA67); the calibration kit is required to achieve the specified effective system data and is not part of the standard instrument.

> **Important:** Frequency points, measurement bandwidth and sweep time must be identical for measurement and calibration (no interpolation allowed) for the stated measurement accuracy to apply.

> **Important:** Data without tolerance limits is not binding and is subject to change.

## 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.**

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