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If you need to make noise figure measurements, you’ve come to the right place to get the tools and technical support you need. Whether it is an instrument, accessories, or literature, Agilent has the right solutions to help you make the following measurements more accurately:

  • Noise figure/factor
  • Gain
  • Effective temperature
  • Y-factor
  • Hot/cold power density

To better determine how Agilent can meet your noise figure measurement needs today, use our Noise Figure Selection Guide.

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Fundamentals of RF and Microwave Noise Figure (AN 57-1) 
This 32-page, black-and-white application note providesinformation on RF and Microwave noise figure measurementts. Topics include noise figure and temperature, noise characteristics of two-port networks, and the measurement of noise figure.

Application Note 2010-08-05

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Noise Figure Measurement Accuracy - The Y-Factor Method - Application Note 
Noise figure is a key performance parameter in many RF systems. This application note covers many topics related to noise figure measurements including the Y-factor method.

Application Note 2013-04-12

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Noise Power Ratio Measurements Using Agilent E2507B/E2508A Communications Signal Simulator (PN E2507B & PN E2508A) 
The NPR measurement requires a stimulus source to generate conditioned noise and a measurement receiver to analyze the changes in the noise after it passes through the device under test. This Product Note shows how the Agilent E2507B or E2508A Multi-format Communications Signal Simulator...

Application Note 2000-08-01

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