ShockLine 2-Port Performance VNA

MS46522B

The MS46522B series Vector Network Analyzer is optimized for measuring S-parameters and time domain characteristics of passive RF and microwave devices

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The ShockLine™ MS46522B series are 2-port performance vector network analyzers. Delivering an unprecedented level of value and performance, this series lowers the cost-of-test and speeds time-to-market in numerous testing applications up to 92 GHz, including: manufacturing and verifying mobile network equipment and devices for 5G mmWave applications; automotive cables; high-speed data interconnects; and system integration components.

The ShockLine MS46522B series, configured with Options 10, 20, or 43, brings RF to microwave frequency capabilities to this family. These frequency options, combined with powerful shockline software, provide a cost-effective solution for the most challenging passive device testing.

Options 82 and 83 are E-band frequency options for the ShockLine MS46522B VNA. These options use tethered source/measurement modules to bring a new level of performance, cost, and convenience to banded millimeter-wave (mmWave) measurements that are unprecedented in the marketplace. Option 82 comes with 1 meter tethers for bench top applications and option 83 is configured with 5 meter tethers targeting over the air (OTA) chamber installations. For applications requiring only E-band frequency coverage, the ShockLine MS46522B 55-92 GHz mmWave option is the best value on the market and enables mass market production of E-band components.

Option 2 enables real-time bandpass and lowpass time domain functionality. Lowpass time domain enables a TDR-like display with capability of showing real impedance over distance or time.

The 8.5 GHz ShockLine MS46522B VNA model has an additional bias tee option available, option 61, which allows the user to provide DC power for biasing devices while testing.

This series includes a computer and power supply in a compact 3U high chassis, and uses the same GUI, software, command syntax, drivers, and programming environments as the rest of the ShockLine family.

Guaranteed performance to 43.5 GHz with Extended K™ ports
High output power allows measurement of high attenuation devices
Wide dynamic range enables measurement of very low reflection artifacts
Excellent corrected directivity minimizes measurement uncertainty
SmartCal™ auto calibration unit reduces calibration and setup time
Time domain with time gating option grants easier and faster fault identification
Modern LAN interface for remote control is faster than GPIB
A common GUI and SCPI interface within the ShockLine family
Bias tee option simplifies test setups where the DUT needs DC biasing
Universal Fixture Extraction (UFX) software option provides advanced de-embedding tools for test fixture extraction

E-Band VNA

Extended frequency range covering E-band and major parts of V band
Fully assembled test system eliminates setup errors and increases reliability
Tethered modules connect directly to the DUT increasing measurement stability

Precision Automatic Calibrator Modules

Model Number	Description
MN25208A	2-port USB SmartCal Module, 300 kHz to 8.5 GHz (available with connector options: -001 N(f), -002 K(f), -003 3.5 mm(f)
MN25408A	4-port USB SmartCal Module, 300 kHz to 8.5 GHz (available with N(f) connectors)
MN25218A	2-port USB SmartCal Module, 1 MHz to 20 GHz (available with K(f) connectors)
MN25418A	4-port USB SmartCal Module, 300 kHz to 20 GHz (available with K(f) connectors)
36585K-2M	K Precision AutoCal Module, 70 kHz to 40 GHz, K(m) to K(m)
36585K-2F	K Precision AutoCal Module, 70 kHz to 40 GHz, K(f) to K(f)
36585K-2MF	K Precision AutoCal Module, 70 kHz to 40 GHz, K(m) to K(f)
2000-1809-R	Serial to USB Adapter (required for use with 36585 AutoCal module)

Optical/Electrical Calibration Modules

Model Number	Description
MN4765B-0040	2-port, 800 nm to 890 nm, O/E Calibration Module, 70 kHz to 40 GHz
MN4765B-0042	2-port, 800 nm to 1700 nm, O/E Calibration Module, 70 kHz to 40 GHz
MN4675B-0043	2-port, 800 nm to 1700 nm, 1300 nm to 1330 nm, and 1530 nm to 1620 nm, O/E Calibration Module, 70 kHz to 40 GHz
MN4765B-0070	2-port, 1480 nm to 1620 nm, O/E Calibration Module, 70 kHz to 70 GHz
MN4765B-0071	2-port, 1300 nm to 1330 nm, O/E Calibration Module, 70 kHz to 70 GHz
MN4765B-0072	2-port, dual 1530 nm to 1620 nm and 1300 nm to 1330 nm, O/E Calibration Module, 70 kHz to 70 GHz

Mechanical Calibration Kits

Model Number	Description
3650A	SMA/3.5 mm Calibration Kit, Without Sliding Loads, DC to 26.5 GHz, 50 Ω
3650A-1	SMA/3.5 mm Calibration Kit, With Sliding Loads, DC to 26.5 GHz, 50 Ω
3652A	K Connector Calibration Kit, Without Sliding Loads, DC to 40 GHz, 50 Ω
3653A	N Connector Calibration Kit, Without Sliding Loads, DC to 18 GHz, 50 Ω
3655E	Waveguide Calibration Kit (WR12)
OSLN50A-8	Precision N Male Open/Short/Load Mechanical Calibration Tee, DC to 8 GHz, 50 Ω
OSLNF50A-8	Precision N Female Open/Short/Load Mechanical Calibration Tee, DC to 8 GHz, 50 Ω
TOSLN50A-8	Precision N Male Through/Open/Short/Load Mechanical Calibration Tee, DC to 8 GHz, 50 Ω
TOSLNF50A-8	Precision N Female Through/Open/Short/Load Mechanical Calibration Tee, DC to 8 GHz, 50 Ω
OSLN50A-18	Precision N Male Open/Short/Load Mechanical Calibration Tee, DC to 18 GHz, 50 Ω
OSLNF50A-18	Precision N Female Open/Short/Load Mechanical Calibration Tee, DC to 18 GHz, 50 Ω
TOSLN50A-18	Precision N Male Through/Open/Short/Load Mechanical Calibration Tee, DC to 18 GHz, 50 Ω
TOSLNF50A-18	Precision N Female Through/Open/Short/Load Mechanical Calibration Tee, DC to 18 GHz, 50 Ω
TOSLK50A-20	Precision K Male Through/Open/Short/Load Mechanical Calibration Tee, DC to 20 GHz, 50 Ω
TOSLKF50A-20	Precision K Female Through/Open/Short/Load Mechanical Calibration Tee, DC to 20 GHz, 50 Ω
TOSLK50A-40	Precision K Male Through/Open/Short/Load Mechanical Calibration Tee, DC to 40 GHz, 50 Ω
TOSLKF50A-40	Precision K Female Through/Open/Short/Load Mechanical Calibration Tee, DC to 40 GHz, 50 Ω
TOSLK50A-43.5	Precision K Male Through/Open/Short/Load Mechanical Calibration Tee with S1P data, DC to 43.5 GHz, 50 Ω
TOSLKF50A-43.5	Precision K Female Through/Open/Short/Load Mechanical Calibration Tee with S1P data, DC to 43.5 GHz, 50 Ω

Verification Kits

Model Number	Description
3663-3	N Connector Verification Kit (for use with MS46122B, MS46322B, MS46522B, MS46524B ShockLine VNAs and ME7869A PhaseLync VNA Systems
3668-4	43.5 GHz K Connector Verification Kit (for use with MS46122B, MS46322B, MS46522B, MS46524B ShockLine VNAs and ME7869A PhaseLync VNA Systems

Cables and Adapters

Model Number	Description
N120-6	RF Cables, Semi-Rigid, N(m) to N(m), 1 each, 0.01 to 18 GHz, 50 Ω, 15 cm (5.9 in)
NS120MF-6	RF Cables, Semi-Rigid, N(f) to N(f), 1 each, 0.01 to 18 GHz, 50 Ω, 15 cm (5.9 in)
1091-26-R	SMA(m) to N(m), DC to 18 GHz, 50 Ω
1091-27-R	SMA(f) to N(m), DC to 18 GHz, 50 Ω
1091-80-R	SMA(m) to N(f), DC to 18 GHz, 50 Ω
1091-81-R	SMA(f) to N(f), DC to 18 GHz, 50 Ω
34NN50A	Precision Adapter, N(m) to N(m), DC to 18 GHz, 50 Ω
34NFNF50	Precision Adapter, N(f) to N(f), DC to 18 GHz, 50 Ω
34NK50	Precision Adapter, N(m) to K(m), DC to 18 GHz, 50 Ω
34NKF50	Precision Adapter, N(m) to K(f), DC to 18 GHz, 50 Ω
34NKF50	Precision Adapter, N(f) to K(m), DC to 18 GHz, 50 Ω
34NKF50	Precision Adapter, N(f) to K(f), DC to 18 GHz, 50 Ω
K220B	Precision Adapter, K(m) to K(m), DC to 40 GHz, 50 Ω
K222B	Precision Adapter, K(f) to K(f), DC to 40 GHz, 50 Ω
K224B	Precision Adapter, K(m) to K(f), DC to 40 GHz, 50 Ω
SC7260	WR12 to W1(m) Adapter, W1 (1 mm) to WR12 Waveguide
SC7442	WR12 to W1(f) Adapter, W1 (1 mm) to WR12 Waveguide
35WR12WF-EE	Precision Waveguide to Coax Adapter Kit, 56 GHz to 94 GHz, WR-12 to 1.0 mm(f)
33KK50C	Calibration Grade Adapter, K(m) to K(m), DC to 43.5 GHz, 50 Ω
33KKF50C	Calibration Grade Adapter, K(m) to K(f), DC to 43.5 GHz, 50 Ω
33KFKF50C	Calibration Grade Adapter, K(f) to K(f), DC to 43.5 GHz, 50 Ω
34VFK50A	Precision Adapter, V(f) to K(m), DC to 43.5 GHz, 50 Ω
34VFKF50A	Precision Adapter, V(f) to K(f), DC to 43.5 GHz, 50 Ω
34VK50A	Precision Adapter, V(m) to K(m), DC to 43.5 GHz, 50 Ω
34VKF50A	Precision Adapter, V(m) to K(f), DC to 43.5 GHz, 50 Ω

Test Port Cables, Flexible, Ruggedized, Phase Stable

Model Number	Description
15NNF50-1.0B	Test Port Cable, Flexible, Phase Stable, 1.0 m (39”), DC to 18 GHz, N(f) to N(m), 50 Ω
15NNF50-1.5B	Test Port Cable, Flexible, Phase Stable, 1.5 m (59”), DC to 18 GHz, N(f) to N(m), 50 Ω
15NN50-1.0B	Test Port Cable, Flexible, Phase Stable, 1.0 m (39”), DC to 18 GHz, N(m) to N(m), 50 Ω
15LL50-1.0A	Test Port Cable, Armored, Phase Stable, 1.0 m (39”), DC to 20 GHz, 3.5 mm(m) to 3.5 mm(m), 50 Ω
15LLF50-1.0A	Test Port Cable, Armored, Phase Stable, 1.0 m (39”), DC to 20 GHz, 3.5 mm(m) to 3.5 mm(f), 50 Ω
15KK50-1.0A	Test Port Cable, Armored, Phase Stable, 1.0 m (39”), DC to 20 GHz, K(m) to K(m), 50 Ω
15KKF50-1.0A	Test Port Cable, Armored, Phase Stable, 1.0 m (39”), DC to 20 GHz, K(m) to K(f), 50 Ω
3671KFS50-60	Test Port Cable, Flexible, Phase Stable, DC to 26.5 GHz, K(f) to 3.5 mm(m), 63.5 cm, 50 Ω
3671KFK50-60	Test Port Cable, Flexible, Phase Stable, DC to 40 GHz, K(f) to K(m), 63.5 cm (25 in), 50 Ω
3671KFKF50-60	Test Port Cable, Flexible, Phase Stable, DC to 40 GHz, K(f) to K(f), 63.5 cm (25 in), 50 Ω
3671KFK50-100	Test Port Cable, Flexible, Phase Stable, DC to 40 GHz, K(f) to K(m), 1 m (38 in), 50 Ω
806-304-R	Flexible Phase Stable Cable, DC to 40 GHz, 36 in (91.5 cm), K(m) – K(f), 50Ω
806-423-R	Flexible Phase Stable Cable, DC to 43.5 GHz, 24 in (61 cm), K(f) – K(f), 50 Ω
806-424-R	Flexible Phase Stable Cable, DC to 43.5 GHz, 24 in (61 cm), K(m) – K(f), 50 Ω
806-425-R	Flexible Phase Stable Cable, DC to 43.5 GHz, 1 m (39.4 in), K(f) – K(f), 50 Ω
806-426-R	Flexible Phase Stable Cable, DC to 43.5 GHz, 1 m (39.4 in), K(m) – K(f), 50 Ω

Phase-Stable 18 GHz, 40 GHz, and 43.5 GHz Semi-Rigid Cables (Armored)

Model Number	Description
3670N50-1	Test Port Cable, Armored, Semi-rigid, 30.48 cm (1 ft), DC to 18 GHz, N(m) to N(f), 50 Ω
3670N50-2	Test Port Cable, Armored, Semi-rigid, 60.96 cm (2 ft), DC to 18 GHz, N(m) to N(f), 50 Ω
3670NN50-1	Test Port Cable, Armored, Semi-rigid, 30.48 cm (1 ft), DC to 18 GHz, N(m) to N(m), 50 Ω
3670NN50-2	Test Port Cable, Armored, Semi-rigid, 60.96 cm (2 ft), DC to 18 GHz, N(m) to N(m), 50 Ω
3670K50A-1	Test Port Cable, Armored, Semi-rigid, 30.48 cm (1 ft), DC to 43.5 GHz, K(m) to K(f), 50 Ω
3670K50A-2	Test Port Cable, Armored, Semi-rigid, 60.96 cm (2 ft), DC to 43.5 GHz, K(m) to K(f), 50 Ω

USB Power Sensors

Model Number	Description
MA24106A	True-RMS USB Power Sensor, 50 MHz to 6 GHz
MA24108A	True-RMS USB Power Sensor, 10 MHz to 8 GHz
MA24118A	True-RMS USB Power Sensor, 10 MHz to 18 GHz
MA24126A	True-RMS USB Power Sensor, 10 MHz to 26 GHz
MA24330A	Microwave CW USB Power Sensor, 10 MHz to 33 GHz
MA24340A	Microwave CW USB Power Sensor, 10 MHz to 40 GHz
MA24350A	Microwave CW USB Power Sensor, 10 MHz to 50 GHz

Tools

Model Number	Description
01-200	Calibrated Torque End Wrench, GPC-7 and Type N
01-201	Torque End Wrench, 5/16 in, 0.9 N·m (8 lbf·in) (for tightening male devices, for SMA, 3.5 mm, 2.4 mm, K, and V connectors)
01-203	Torque End Wrench, 13/16 in, 0.9 N.m (8 lbf·in) (for tightening ruggedized SMA, 2.4 mm, K and V test port connectors)
01-204	End Wrench, 5/16 in, Universal, Circular, Open-ended (for SMA, 3.5 mm, 2.4 mm, K, and V connectors)

Anritsu has partnered with the following industry-leading companies to provide a variety of proven material measurement capabilities that are compatible with the VectorStar and ShockLine vector network analyzer families.

Material Measurements

	Compass Technology Choose from off-the-shelf or custom-designed RF material measurement systems able to measure material properties from 100 MHz to 90 GHz. These solutions include: focused beam, resonant cavity, waveguides, spot probes, free space measurement systems, and more. Anritsu and Compass Technology Group Material Measurements Solutions Compass Technology Group VectorStar Integration [video]
	Keycom Technologies Select from a variety of material measurement solutions that leverage various methods including: resonator, frequency change, probe type, co-axial tube and waveguide type S-parameter, free space, capacitance, epsilometery, and more. Anritsu and Keycom Material Measurement Solution
	SWISSto12 Providing hardware and software technology capable of measuring: solid samples; soft sample and foam; liquid samples and powder; thin films; dielectric coatings and multilayer materials; alumina plate; and more. Anritsu and SWISSto12 Material Measurement Solution

Applications

Mobile

UE – micro coaxial RF connectors
UE – Antennas, switches, diplexers, UE Front End Modules (FEM)
5G network components

Automotive

RF (FAKRA) connectors
Driver assistance radar

General Purpose

Passive Device Testing
Connectors
Cables
Electromechanical
Switches
Attenuators
Couplers
Filters
Isolators
Circulators
Phase shifters
Radar connectors
Near-field and far-field antenna measurements

System Integration Applications

System calibration
Path-loss characterization
General s-parameter and time domain measurements

Simple Active Applications

Amplifier characterization

Wireless Power Transfer Applications

KQ product
Maximum efficiency

Optical to Electrical, Electrical to Optical, and Optical to Optical Applications

Photo receiver
Laser modulator
Optical transceiver

Frequency Options

Option	Description
MS46522B-010	50 kHz to 8.5 GHz
MS46522B-020	50 kHz to 20 GHz
MS46522B-043	50 kHz to 43.5 GHz
MS46522B-082	55 GHz — 92 GHz, 1 meter tethers
MS46522B-083	55 GHz — 92 GHz, 5 meter tethers

Other Options

Option	Description
MS46522B-001	Rack mount, adds handles and removes feet for shelf-mounting into a 19 in. universal rack
MS46522B-002	Time domain with time gating
MS46522B-024	Universal Fixture Extraction
MS46522B-061	Bias Tees (Port 1 and 2) (For MS46522B units with Option 10 only)

Related Links

Library

Brochure

Brochure	Release Date
Vector Network Analysis Product Portfolio	10/6/2026
Anritsu's RF and Microwave Test and Measurement Solutions Product Brochure	12/16/2025
5G Solutions Catalog	7/30/2025
Anritsu and Polar Instrument Solution for Delta-L 4.0 Measurement Based on Atlas SI Software with Anritsu 4-Port Benchtop VNAs Solution Flyer	5/11/2022
VNA Fundamentals Poster	4/30/2021
ShockLine Vector Network Analyzer Family Product Brochure	8/4/2020
MS46522B 2-port Performance ShockLine Quick Fact Sheet	12/3/2019
ShockLine Performance VNA MS46522B Option 83 Quick Fact Sheet	5/7/2019
ShockLine MS46522B-082 E-band Frequency Option Quick Fact Sheet	3/26/2019

Datasheet

Datasheet	Release Date
EU Declaration of Conformity for UltiCal	5/28/2026
Performance ShockLine VNA Declaration of Conformity	4/6/2026
ShockLine VNA and Site Master S331P Product Information, Compliance, and Safety	9/19/2025
ShockLine VNA MS46522B Technical Data Sheet	9/19/2025
Soft Case Declaration of Conformity	6/9/2017

Application Note

Application Note	Release Date
Anritsu and Tektronix Automotive Ethernet Test Solution Application Note	12/17/2025
Electro-Optical Measurements Using Anritsu VNAs	10/28/2025
Improving High Frequency S-Parameter Measurements by Moving the VNA Port to the DUT Application Note	8/22/2024
Dielectric Measurement Solutions for Materials Utilized in Millimeter Wave - Keycom x Anritsu Dielectric Constant Measurement Systems	7/1/2024
Offline Split 2x-Thru Touchstone File to Two 1x-Thru Using Equation Editor in ShockLine Vector Network Analyzer Application Note	5/11/2022
Accessing 43.5 GHz Measurements with Traceability Application Note	6/30/2020
Material Measurements with Vector Network Analyzers Application Note	5/26/2020
Utilizing Line-Reflect-Line (LRL) Calibration Method to Measure a Surface-Mount Bandpass Filter on a Fixture Application Note	4/28/2020
E-Band VNA for Automotive Market: Bumper and Emblem Measurements Application Note	3/17/2020
E-Band VNA for Automotive Market: Bumper and Emblem Measurments Application Brief	3/10/2020
Factors in Choosing a VNA for Microwave Applications in Manufacturing Application Note	12/11/2019
E-Band Based Car Radar Emblem Measurements Application Note	11/19/2019
Consider Source Harmonics When Characterizing Filters with VNAs	8/13/2019
Distinction Between TRL and LRL	3/26/2019
Technique for Improving Low Insertion Loss VNA Measurements Application Note	9/25/2018
Electrical-to-Optical and Optical-to-Electrical (E/O and O/E) converter measurements	2/6/2018
Understanding Vector Network Analysis Application Note	7/27/2017
LRL-LRM Calibration Theory and Methodology Application Note	3/21/2017
Vector Network Analyzer Use in Antenna Measurement Systems	10/25/2016
VNA Signal Integrity Measurement Challenges Application Brief	9/12/2016

Product Introduction

Product Introduction	Release Date
Millimeter Wave Measurement Solutions	1/29/2026
High-Speed Serial Data Test Solutionsfor AI Semiconductors and Data Center	4/17/2025

Leaflet

Leaflet	Release Date
Automotive Testing & Verification Solutions	4/27/2026
Anritsu–Tektronix Solution for Automotive Ethernet Compliance Leaflet	12/16/2025
Anritsu Vector Network Analyzers — The Perfect Tool for Electro-Optical Measurements	10/28/2025
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Semiconductor Market: Testing Solutions for High-Speed Digital Transmission	9/26/2025
Anritsu Automotive Product Lineup: Test Expertise for the Future of Transportation	4/25/2022
Anritsu and SWISSto12 Material Measurements Solution	1/27/2022
Anritsu and Compass Technology Group Material Measurements Solution	1/27/2022
Anritsu and Keycom Material Measurement Solution	1/27/2022
Anritsu, Diamond Engineering, and Diamond Microwave Chambers Antenna Measurement Solution	8/26/2020

White Paper

White Paper	Release Date
Superposition vs. True-Balanced: What's Required for your Signal Integrity Application White Paper	8/23/2018
RF and Microwave Material Measurements: Techniques and Applications White Paper	3/14/2018
Scaling the Test Equipment Size to Match Millimeter Wave Test Needs	2/14/2017
Modern Architecture Advances Vector Network Analyzer Performance White Paper	11/8/2016
A Guide to Making RF Measurements for Signal Integrity Applications	10/31/2016
Measuring Channel Operating Margin	10/10/2016

Selection Guide

Selection Guide	Release Date
ShockLine Vector Network Analyzers Selection Guide	4/27/2026

Catalog

Catalog	Release Date
Electronic Measuring Instruments Digest 2026 Catalog	1/14/2026
Precision RF & Microwave Components Catalog	10/3/2025

Quick Start Guide

Quick Start Guide	Release Date
ShockLine Series VNA Verification Kits and Performance Verification Software Quick Start Guide	10/21/2025

Operations Manual

Operations Manual	Release Date
MN4765B O/E Calibration Module Operation Manual	10/21/2025
ShockLine MS46522B and MS46524B Series Operation Manual	8/9/2023

User Guide

User Guide	Release Date
ShockLine MS46522B/524B User Interface Reference Manual	5/2/2025

Measurement Guide

Measurement Guide	Release Date
ShockLine MS46522B and MS46524B Calibration and Measurement Guide	8/9/2023

Instruction Sheet

Instruction Sheet	Release Date
Measurement Environment Solutions for Eliminating ESD/EOS Failures	5/23/2024
Basic Knowledge for Eliminating ESD Failures	5/23/2024

Programming Manual

Programming Manual	Release Date
ShockLine VNA Programming Manual	5/2/2025

Maintenance Manual

Maintenance Manual	Release Date
ShockLine MS4652xB Series VNA Maintenance Manual	9/26/2025

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