HP 85062A 3.5 mm Electronic Calibration Kit
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1. While holding the gage by the barrel screw on the connector of the calibration module to be measured Without turning the gage or calibration module connect the nut finger tight Torque the connector onto the gage to 90 N cm 8 in Ib using the supplied 5 16 in torque wrench or equivalent Gently tap the barrel of the gage with your finger to settle the reading Read the gage indicator dial For maximum accuracy measure the connector a minimum of three times and take an average of the readings Use screw on femole connector gage Zero goge using calibration block CONNEC TING CONNECTING O Screw the device onto the gage Torque the connecting nut Tap the device to settie the gage Reod recession or protrusion from the gage Figure 4 5 Gaging a 3 5 mm Female Connector Using a Screw on Type Gage HP 85062A Preparation For Use Gaging and Making Connections 41 1 MAKING CONNECTIONS Good connections require a skilled operator Because of instrument sensitivity and coaxial connector me chanical tolerances slight errors in operator technique can significantly affect measurements and measure ment uncertainties Initial Connection CAUTION This procedure assumes that you have taken the necessary ESD precautions and you have already cleaned and inspected visually and mechanically the connectors 1 Carefully align the connectors As you bring one connector up to the other and as you make the actual conn2. 5 Reinspect Inspect the connector again under a magnifying glass to be sure that no particles or residues remain HP 85062A Preparation For Use Gaging and Making Connections 4 3 GAGING DEVICES IN THIS KIT Gage Intent Gages are intended for preventive maintenance and troubleshooting purposes only They are effective in detecting center conductor protrusion or excessive recession and preventing connector damage on DUT s test accessories and the calibration kit devices Do not use gages for precise pin depth measurements While performing pin depth measurements use different orientations of the gage within the connector Averaging a minimum of three readings each taken after a quarter turn rotation of the gage reduces measurement variations that result from the gage or the connector face not being exactly perpendicular to the center axis Note Gage Accuracy Connector gages are only capable of performing coarse measurements They do not provide the degree of accuracy necessary to precisely measure the pin depth of the kit devices This is partially due to the repeat ability uncertainties that are associated with the measurement Only the factory through special gaging processes and electrical testing can accurately verify the mechanical characteristics of the devices With proper technique however the gages are useful in detecting gross pin depth errors on device con nectors To achieve maximum accuracy random errors must be r
3. Do Do Not Try compressed air first e Use any abrasives Use isopropyl alcohol ieee Get liquid into plastic support beads Clean connector threads Gaging Connectors Do Do Not Clean and zero the gage before use Use the correct gage type e Use an out of spec connector Use correct end of calibration block Gage all connectors before first use Making Connections Do Do Not Align connectors carefully Apply bending force to connection e Make preliminary connection lightly e Overighten preliminary connection Turn only the connector nut e Twist or screw any connection e Use a torque wrench for final connect e Tighten past torque wrench break point
4. Torque all 3 5 mm connectors to 90 N cm 8 in Ib Accuracy of the torque wrench supplied in this kit is 90 N cm 10 9 0 N m SUPPLEMENTAL CHARACTERISTICS Table 2 3 Electrical Characteristics Characteristic Frequency Range Standard 1 26 5 GHz Option 001 0 045 2 GHz Maximum RF Input Power 20 dBm Table 2 4 Mechanical Characteristics Characteristic Limit Net Weight Standard 1 172 grams 2 6 lbs Option 001 1 623 grams 3 6 lbs Shipping Weight Standard 1 893 grams 4 2 lbs Option 001 2 360 grams 5 2 lbs Dimensions length x width x height 350 x 200 x67 mm 13 8 x 7 9 x 2 6 inches 2 4 Specifications and Characteristics HP 85062A Chapter 3 User Information THE CALIBRATION DEVICES AND THEIR USE The HP 85062A 3 5 mm Electronic Calibration Kit contains a high band 1 to 26 5 GHz electronic cali bration module Option 001 adds a low band 45 MHz to 2 GHz electronic calibration module Other op tions are described in Chapter 1 The following briefly describes the design construction and functionality of an electronic calibration module Design Construction and Functionality Electronic calibration is achieved using a two part system consisting of an HP 85060C Electronic Calibra tion Control Unit and various two port electronic calibration modules The control unit houses a computer with built in firmware and controls the entire calibration process The calibration modules are solid state d
5. Y Sts sun sh gel tt atte Salt Sele allen a da aoe ted 1 3 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE oun iaecea are e oa Gan a ova Ohad eee ey 1 3 SPECIFICATIONS TERMINOLOG A ne coin Wate Sw Rare e eats 2 1 IDG IONS hel Aa hg A net gies eee a ENG Sint gpl E Beles eek 2 1 References to Connector Sex ceca chad A A eae wee Pate Aaa eee 2 1 ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS iia dials iets Pegs Row vince bg pee 2 2 Operating Temperature and Accuracy Enhancement 000 c cece cece eee eee 2 2 Barometric Pressure and Relative Humidity 0 0 0 0 cc cee cece cee ee eee 2 3 MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICS isens Sunnie emia al al aoe Re Ge Eh ws Sided teed 2 3 Center Conductor Protrusion and Pin Depth 05 4a 26 ek ban eae eee ES a aes 2 3 Connector Torque sitiada lace idle Es a Ee a eT ee E 2 4 SUPPLEMENTAL CHARACTERISTICS cr si A eet ees 2 4 Chapter 3 User Information THE CALIBRATION DEVICES AND THEIR USE 2 ee ccc eens 3 1 Design Construction and Functionality 00 0 c cece eee ee entrees 3 1 CALIBRATION CONSTANTS Maries te Eick aca laren EE E a des 3 1 PERFORMING CALTBRATION S555 eas ho vies Die rea ae E AAA tee ee ate 3 1 CHANGING THE CALIBRATION DATA we sieuess bites eet eee hens sudtacn ds soe ed ages 3 1 Chapter 4 Preparation For Use Gaging and Making Connections OPERATING PRECAUTIONS sirere te cng puaugt sea aia eta 4 1 Handling and nota rc Ads 4 1 a Discharse IA Whe a uty baie h aes eR POA LBRO E he cie
6. do not exhibit any center conductor protrusion and have proper pin depth when the kit leaves the factory Note that center conductor protrusion or recession is referenced to the connector mating surface Chapter 4 Preparation for Use Gaging and Making Connections explains how to use gages to deter mine if the kit devices have maintained their mechanical integrity refer to Table 2 2 for typical pin depth limits MALE FEMALE Ad Ad OUTER CONDUCTORS Whiz a2 CENTER Read CONDUCTORS OUTER CONDUCTOR OUTER CONDUCTOR MATING PLANE MATING PLANE Zero pin depth is when Ad zero A protruding center conductor is when Ad is a positive value A recessed center conductor is when Ad is a negative value Figure 2 l Connector Protrusion and Recession HP 85062A Specifications and Characteristics 2 3 Table 2 2 3 5 mm Connector Pin Depth Limits M t Typical Pin Depth E Observed Pin Depth Device micrometers SD Limits micrometers cromete 10 inches sane Mareen 10 inches 10 inches 3 5 mm Electronic Cal 25 4 to 50 8 1 3 to 1 3 24 1 to 52 1 ibration Module 10 0 to 20 0 0 5 to 0 5 9 5 to 20 5 3 5 mm Adapter 2 5 to 13 0 1 3 to 1 3 1 2 to 14 3 1 0 to 5 0 0 5 to 0 5 0 5 to 5 5 a Approximately 2 sigma to 2 sigma of gage uncertainty based on studies performed at the factory using analog gages according to recommended procedures Connector Torque
7. instructions when properly installed on that instrument HP does not warrant that the operation of the instrument or software or firmware will be uninterrupted or error free LIMITATION OF WARRANTY The foregoing warranty shall not apply to defects resulting from improper maintenance by Buyer Buyer supplied software or interfacing unauthorized modification or misuse operation outside of the environmental specifications for the product or improper site preparation or maintenance NO OTHER WARRANTY IS EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED HP SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES THE REMEDIES PROVIDED HEREIN ARE BUYER S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES HP SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT INDIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHETHER BASED ON CONTRACT TORT OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY ASSISTANCE Product maintenance agreements and other customer assistance agreements are available for Hewlett Packard Products For any assistance contact your nearest Hewlett Packard Sales and Service Office Addresses are provided at the back of this manual Chapter 1 General Information CALIBRATION KIT OVERVIEW Lt talon tors de 1 Available OPAONS a Foi Cs ee OMe uae Reals Shea ee ttt cet ola eee rer ee ere dT EQUIPMENT REQUIRED BUT NOT SUPPLIED voor del iria 1 1 SERTAL NUMBERS us is plu Red Ohta RA Bund ha hea eh oh 1 2 INCOMING INSPECTION
8. you sales and service offices are listed inside the back cover of this manual Table 7 1 Replaceable Pans DESCRIPTION QTY HP PART NUMBER High Band Calibration M odules Insertable Standard l 85062 60002 Non Insertable Male Option OOM l 85062 60004 Non Insertable Female Option OOF l 85062 60006 Low Band Calibration M odules Insertable Option 001 1 85062 60001 Non Insertable Male Option 001 and Option 00M l 85062 60003 Non Insertable Female Option 001 and Option 00F l 85062 60005 Adapter 3 5 mm Female to Female Adapter l 85052 60012 3 5 mm Male to Male Adapter l 85052 60014 Protective E nd Caps DB 25 Multi pin Connector 1 per 1252 4690 3 5 mm Female Connector connector 1401 0245 3 5 mm Male Connector 1401 0246 Cleaning Supplies Compressed Air l 8500 5262 99 5 Isopropyl Alcohol 8 oz 8 oz 8500 0559 99 5 Isopropyl Alcohol 30 ml 30 ml 8500 5344 Cleaning Swabs 100 9300 1243 Alcohol Wipes 1 box 92193N Lint free Cleaning Cloth 9310 4242 ESD Supplies Grounding Wrist Strap 9300 1367 5 ft Wrist strap to Table mat Grounding Cord 9300 0980 2 x 4 ft Conductive Table Mat with 15 ft Ground Wire 9300 0797 ESD Heel Strap 9300 1126 Hard surface Conductive Floor Mat 4x5 ft 1 92175A 3x4 ft 92175C Soft Surface Conductive Floor Mat 4 x 8 ft 92175B O ther Specification Verification Program Disk 08510 10033 Operating and Service Manual 85062 90001 5 16 in 90 N cm 8 in lb Torque Wrench 8710 1765 Connector Care Qu
9. 7 2 HP 85062A Option 00 1 and Option 00M Replaceable Parts 4 7 3 Figure 7 3 HP 85062A Option 001 and Option OOF Replaceable Parts ooooooooooco 7 4 Table 1 1 Serial Numbers of Individual Calibration Devices ooooocrrroororrrrrnro no 1 3 Table 2 1 Environmental Specifications 2 it E A AA A a Di 2 2 Table 2 2 3 5 mm Connector Pin Depth LUMEN 2 4 Table 2 3 Electrical Characteristics os a AD A es 2 4 Table 2 4 Mechanical Charactenstcs lt 223025 bist Aiwa e Shek eed ol say Ce doe 2 4 Table 7 1 Replaceable Parts ici SA A eee toate 7 1 Contents 3 HP 85062A Chapter 1 General Information CALIBRATION KIT OVERVIEW The HP 85062A 3 5 mm Electronic Calibration Kit is designed to work with the HP 85060C Electronic Calibration ECal Control Unit to calibrate network analyzer systems such as the HP 8510 for measure ment of components with 3 5 mm connectors up to 26 5 GHz See the Operating Programming and Ser vice Manual for the HP 85060C control unit for specific network analyzer models The calibration kit consists of the following Alto 26 5 GHz Calibration Module Option 001 adds a 45 MHz to 2 GHz Calibration Module A Specification Verification Program Disk An Operating and Service Manual A 5 16 inch 90 N cm 8 in Ib torque wrench for use on the 3 5 mm connectors A Female to Female Adapter not included with Option OOF or Option 00M A Male to Male Adapter not included with Option O
10. Errata Title 8 Document Type 85062A 3 5 mm Electronic Calibration K Operating and Service Manual Manual Part Number 85062 90001 Revision Date 1995 01 01 HP References in this Manual This manual may contain references to HP or Hewlett Packard Please note that Hewlett Packard s former test and measurement semiconductor products and chemical analysis businesses are now part of Agilent Technologies We have made no changes to this manual copy The HP XXXX referred to in this document is now the Agilent XXXX For example model number HP8648A is now model number Agilent 8648A About this Manual We ve added this manual to the Agilent website in an effort to help you support your product This manual provides the best information we could find It may be incomplete or contain dated information and the scan quality may not be ideal If we find a better copy in the future we will add it to the Agilent website Support for Your Product Agilent no longer sells or supports this product You will find any other available product information on the Agilent Test amp Measurement website www tm agilent com Search for the model number of this product and the resulting product page will guide you to any available information Our service centers may be able to perform calibration if no repair parts are needed but no other support from Agilent is available Agilent Technologies HP 85062A 3 5 mm Electronic Calibration Kit O
11. HON rr o ddphai haat OS 4 12 WEAR oye oth cles Ae A O Eh Abbe a ween A EA 4 13 Chapter 5 Performance Verification WHAT RECERTIFICATION PROVIDES 66 ccc cee eee ee tenets 5 1 HOW OFTEN TO RECERTIFY 3 veritas coi y ia PI eel Nes Senate ay 5 1 WHERE TO SEND A KIT FOR RECERTIFICATION eee ee ee eee tee eee eee 5 2 HOW HEWLETT PACKARD VERIFIES THE DEVICES IN THIS KIT 5 2 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting RETURNING A KIT OR DEVICE TO HP 2 ee cette 6 1 MORE INFORMATION aun Sa ge Rete a 6 1 Chapter 7 Replaceable Parts Contents 2 HP 85062A Figure 1 1 Typical Calibration Kit Serial Number Label as ocio ori 1 2 Figure 2 1 Connector Protrusion and Recession 2 045 a 62h wee sa dace a a 2 3 Figure 4 1 Typical 3 5 mm Connector Gage vasito re tied eyed eden 4 5 Figure 4 2 Gaging a 3 5 mm Male Connector Using a Push on Type Gage 2 4 8 Figure 4 3 Gaging a 3 5 mm Male Connector Using a Screw on Type Gage 25 4 9 Figure 4 4 Gaging a 3 5 mm Female Connector Using a Push on Type Gage 4 10 Figure 4 5 Gaging a 3 5 mm Female Connector Using a Screw on Type Gage 4 1 Figure 4 6 Using the Torque Wrench 2 2 022 e eee eee ee eee ere 4 13 Figure 6 1 Troubleshooting Flow Diagram 0 6 0 e eee ene eee ce eee eee e eens 6 2 Figure 7 1 HP 85062A Option 001 Replaceable Parts 2 0 cee eee 7 2 Figure
12. OF or Option 00M This manual describes the HP 85062A Electronic Calibration Kit and provides replacement part numbers specifications and procedures for using maintaining and troubleshooting the kit The available calibra tion types the best application for each type and the associated calibration procedures are found in the Operating Programming and Service Manual for the HP 85060C control unit This manual assumes you know proper connector care If not refer to Principles of Microwave Connector Care Quick Reference Card located in the back of this manual Refer to Chapter 7 Replaceable Parts for the HP part number if another copy is needed Note Or contact your nearest HP sales office for the customer training course Understanding Connectors Used With Network Analyzers HP 85050A 24A on site HP 85050A 24D at HP sales office Available Options Option 001 adds a low band 45 MHz to 2 GHz calibration module Option 00M replaces the standard 3 5 mm insertable module with a non insertable male module Option OOF replaces the standard 3 5 mm insertable module with a non insertable female module Options may be combined For example ordering Option 001 with Option OOF would provide both a high band and a low band calibration module with non insertable female connectors EQUIPMENT REQUIRED BUT NOT SUPPLIED Connector gage sets are required for measuring connector pin depth Gages and various connector c
13. RRECT POINT TO STOP GROOVE wa ee HOLD HERE HANDLE FULLY BROKEN N NOT RECOMMENDED Tu TORQUEING DIRECTION Figure 4 6 Using the Torque Wrench HP 85062A Preparation For Use Gaging and Making Connections 4 13 Chapter 5 Performance Verification The performance of your calibration kit can only be verified by returning the kit to Hewlett Packard or at Hewlett Packard authorized service centers The equipment and calibration standards required to verify the specification limits of the devices internal to the kit have been specially manufactured and are not com mercially available Hewlett Packard recognizes its responsibility to provide you with procedures to reconfirm the published specifications of any product offered That commitment applies equally to the HP 85062A 3 5 mm Elec tronic Calibration Kit If it is imperative that the performance test processes for this kit be explained or made available to you contact the nearest Hewlett Packard sales and service office listed inside the back cover of this manual WHAT RECERTIFICATION PROVIDES The following will be provided with a recertified kit New calibration sticker affixed to the case Certificate of Calibration List of NIST United States National Institute of Standards and Technology traceable numbers A calibration report for each traceable device in the kit listing values specifications and uncertainties A new set of S Parameter data embedded in module mem
14. Use screw on mole connector gage Zero gage using calibration block CONNECTING CONNECTING O Screw the device onto the gage Torque the Connecting nut Tap the device to settle the gage Read recession or protrusion from the gage Figure 4 3 Gaging a 3 5 mm Male Connector Using a Screw on Type Gage HP 85062A Preparation For Use Gaging and Making Connections Female 3 5 mm Push on Type Gage 1 Refer to Figure 4 4 Find the female 3 5 mm connector gage usually marked F 2 Using the flat end of the gage calibration block also usually marked F follow the instructions as described above for Zeroing the Connector Gage 3 Measure the connector a Carefully center and insert the gage into the connector the gage plunger rests on the outer end of the female contact fingers b Gently rock the connector gage within the connector to make sure the gage and the outer conductor mate flatly c When the gage pointer settles consistently at a reading read the gage indicator dial O Use femole connector gage has no circular bushing Insert gage into connector Plunger rests on flat end of female contate fingers Figure 4 4 Gaging a 3 5 mm Female Connector Using a Push on Type Gage 4 10 Preparation For Use Gaging and Making Connections HP 85062A Female 3 5 mm Screw on Type Gage 1 2 3 Refer to Figure 4 5 Follow the instructions as described above for Zeroing the Connector Gage
15. X AVOID STATIC DISCHARGE HEWLETT i PACKARD 85062 60003 45 MHz 2 GHz ELECTRONIC CALIBRATION MODULE 3 5 mm MALE PROTECTIVE END CAPS ONE PER CONNECTOR QUE om rors SM CAUTION 20 dBm MAX AVOID STATIC DISCHARGE Not shown Operating and Service Manual Storage Case Specification Verification Program Disk Notes Low band module shown is included only with Option 001 Serial numbers are located on opposite side of modules Figure 7 2 HP 85062A Option 001 and Option OOM Replaceable Parts HP 85062A Replaceable Parts 7 3 5 16 INCH TORQUE WRENCH 90 N cm 8 in LB DB 25 PROTECTIVE END CAP 1 PER MODULE HEWLETT PACKARD 85062 60006 1 26 5 GHz ELECTRONIC CALIBRATION MODULE HA AAA GD HEWLETT PACKARD PORTA PORT B im 8506260005 45 MHz 2 GHz ELECTRONIC CALIBRATION MODULE CAUTION 20 dBm MAX l AVOID STATIC DISCHARGE 3 5 mm FEMALE PROTECTIVE END CAPS ONE PER CONNECTOR u PORTA PORTB CAUTION 20 dBm MAX AVOID STATIC DISCHARGE E Not shown Operating and Service Manual Storage Case Specification Verification Program Disk Notes Low band module shown is included only with Option 001 Serial numbers are located on opposite side of modules Figure 7 3 HP 85062A Option 001 and Option OOF Re
16. age Measure the connector a Carefully center and insert the gage into the male connector the flat outer part of the gage bushing rests on the outer conductor the male contact pin slips into the hole in the gage plunger for this purpose b Gently rock the connector gage within the connector to make sure the gage and the outer conductor mate flatly c When the gage pointer settles consistently at a reading read the connector gage dial HP 85062A Preparation For Use Gaging and Making Connections 4 7 4 8 O Use male connector goge hos circular bushing 0 003in O inset gage into connector Mole pin slips into goge plunger Figure 4 2 Gaging a 3 5 mm Male Connector Using a Push on Type Gage Preparation For Use Gaging and Making Connections HP 85062A Male 3 5 mm Screw on Type Gage 1 Refer to Figure 4 3 2 Follow the instructions as described above for Zeroing the Connector Gage 3 While holding the gage by the barrel screw on the connector of the calibration module to be measured Without turning the gage or calibration module connect the nut finger tight Torque the connector onto the gage to 90 N cm 8 in Ib using the supplied 5 1 6 in torque wrench or equivalent Gently tap the barrel of the gage with your finger to settle the reading 6 Read the gage indicator dial For maximum accuracy measure the connector a minimum of three times and take an average of the readings
17. age case lid is detachable so that the case can be stored in a shallow drawer Electrostatic Discharge The human body almost always has some static charge You are usually not aware of this charge because CAUTIO the human threshold for the perception of static discharge shock is approximately 3 000 volts ESD as low UTION es ee ARARA as 60 volts can destroy sensitive microcircuits Always wear a grounding wrist strap connected to a conductive bench mat when working near this and other sensitive equipment When you clean or inspect connectors attached to any static sensitive circuits either on the calibration module or on any instruments it is essential to protect against electrostatic discharge ESD Static elec tricity builds up on the body and can easily damage sensitive internal circuit elements when discharged by contact with the center conductor of the RF connector or the center contacts of the 25 pin D Sub connector Always have a grounded antistatic mat in front of your test equipment and wear a grounded wrist strap attached to it Ground yourself before you clean inspect or make a connection to a static sensitive device or test port You can for example grasp the grounded outer shell of the test port briefly to discharge static from your body e Discharge static electricity from a device before connecting it touch the device briefly through a resistor of at least 1 megohm to either the outer shell of the test port connector
18. al Institute of Stan dards and Technology The airline and short characteristics are developed from mechanical measure ments The mechanical measurements and material properties are carefully modeled to give a very accurate electrical representation The mechanical measurements are traceable to NIST through various plug and ring gages and other mechanical measurements Each calibration device is electrically tested on this test system to the specifications listed in this manual These two steps establish a traceable link to NIST for Hewlett Packard to the extent allowed by the Insti tute s calibration facility The devices in this kit are traceable to NIST through Hewlett Packard 5 2 Performance Verification HP 85062A Chapter6 Troubleshooting If you suspect a bad calibration or if your network analyzer does not pass performance verification follow the steps in Figure 6 1 RETURNING A KIT OR DEVICE TO HP If your calibration kit or device requires service contact the HP office nearest you for information on where to send it sales and service offices are listed inside the back cover of this manual If the instrument is being returned to HP for service please include the following service information at tach to the instrument if possible Company Name Company Address Technical Contact Person Telephone Number and Extension Model Number Serial Number Purchase Order Number Date Accessories Returned With Inst
19. ali eo DENIE to be recorded by user HP 85062A 3 5 mm Electronic Calibration Kit HP 85062 6000 1 Electronic Calibration Module low band insertable Option 001 HP 85062 60002 Electronic Calibration Module high band insertable standard HP 85062 60003 Electronic Calibration Module low band non insertable male Option 001 and Option 00M HP 85062 60004 Electronic Calibration Module high band non insertable male Option 00M HP 85062 60005 Electronic Calibration Module low band non insertable female Option 001 and Option OOF HP 85062 60006 Electronic Calibration Module high band non insertable female Option 00F INCOMING INSPECTION Refer to Figure 7 1 Figure 7 2 or Figure 7 3 depending on your calibration kit options to verify a com plete shipment Record the serial numbers of all serialized devices in your kit using Table 1 1 To verify electrical performance of the devices in this kit refer to Chapter 5 Performance Verification The foam lined storage case provides protection during shipping If the case or any device appears damaged contact the nearest Hewlett Packard sales and service office see inside the back cover of this manual Hewlett Packard will arrange for repair or replacement of incomplete or damaged shipments without waiting for settlement from the transportation company If the instrument is being returned to Hewlett Packard for service please include service info
20. by the sex of the connector it measures For example a male gage measures male connectors a male gage has a female connector Figure 4 1 shows a typical 3 5 mm connector gage MAJOR DVISION 0 001 INCH BLACK MINUS SIGN RECESSION BLACK PLUS SIGN PROTRUSION RED PLUS SIGN NOT USED RED MINUS SIGN NOT USED GAGE INCREMENT UMIT POINTER 0 0001 INCH DIAL INDICATOR NN GAGE SERIAL NUMBER FEMALE 3 5 mm CONNECTOR GAGE FEMALE 3 5 mm CONNECTOR GAGE MASTER GAGE MASTER SERIAL NUMBER Figure 4 1 Typical 3 5 mm Connector Gage HP 85062A Preparation For Use Gaging and Making Connections 4 5 ZEROING THE CONNECTOR GAGE Hold a connector gage by the gage barrel below the dial indicator This gives the best stability and Note improves measurement accuracy cradling the gage in your hand or holding it by the dial applies stress to the gage plunger mechanism through the dial indicator housing 1 Select the proper gage for your connector Always use gages which are intended for 3 5 mm pin depth measurements 2 Inspect and clean the gage a Inspect the connector gage and gage master carefully exactly as you inspected the connector itself b Clean or replace the gage and gage master if necessary Dirt on either the gage or the gage master makes gage measurements inaccurate and can damage a connector 3 Zero the connector gage a While holding the gage by the plunger barrel use the connecting k
21. deep scratches or dents and for dirt and metal particles on the connector mat ing plane surfaces Also look for bent or rounded edges on the mating plane surfaces of the center and outer conductors and for signs of damage due to excessive or uneven wear or misalignment Light burnishing of the mating plane surface is normal and is evident as light scratches or shallow circular marks distributed more or less uniformly over the mating plane surfaces Other small defects and cosmetic imperfections are also normal None of these affect electrical or mechanical performance If a connector shows deep scratches or dents particles clinging to the mating plane surfaces or uneven wear clean and inspect it again Damaged connectors should be discarded or sent for repair Try to deter mine the cause of damage before connecting a new undamaged connector in the same configuration Connector Wear Connector wear eventually degrades performance The more use a connector gets the faster it wears and degrades This is especially true with electrically characterized devices such as ECal modules The wear is greatly accelerated when connectors are not kept clean Calibration devices should have a long life if their use is on the order of a few times per week The test port connectors on the network analyzer test set may have many connections each day and are therefore more subject to wear It is recommended that an adapter be used as a test port saver to minimiz
22. e the wear on the test set s test port connectors Replace all worn connectors 4 2 Preparation For Use Gaging and Making Connections HP 85062A CLEANING CONNECTORS For long reliable connector life carefully clean all connectors Refer to Chapter 7 Replaceable Parts for information on ordering recommended cleaning supplies Periodically Check for Alcohol Contamination 1 Let a few drops of your cleaning alcohol evaporate on a clean glass plate or microscope slide 2 Examine the glass in reflected light It should be perfectly clean and free of residue If not do not use alcohol from that container To keep your main supply of alcohol free from contamination pour a small amount into a clean container and use that as your cleaning supply Safely discard any remaining alcohol in the small container and clean the container If you must use a solvent use only isopropyl alcohol Use the least amount of alcohol possible and avoid CAUTION TY y isopropy p wetting any plastic parts in the connectors GENERAL CLEANING PROCEDURES Always use protective eyewear when using compressed air or nitrogen This procedure Warning assumes you have taken the necessary ESD precautions 1 Use Compressed Air or Nitrogen Use compressed air or nitrogen to loosen particles on the connector mating plane surfaces Clean air cannot damage a connector or leave particles or residues behind You can use any source of clean dry low press
23. ection be sure the connectors align perfectly The male connector center pin must slip concentrically into the contact fingers of the female connector If not stop and begin again 2 Push the connectors straight together Do not twist or screw them together As the center conductors mate you may feel a slight resistance 3 Engage the connector nut over the threads on the second connector Turn only the connector nut Let the connector nut pull the two connectors straight together Final Connection C AUTI O N When making connections with the calibration modules turn the nut on the connector never turn the module itself Doing so may cause damage to the module or to the attaching connector Hand tighten the connection to be torqued Hold the torque wrench with your thumb and index finger behind the groove in the handle 3 Tighten the connection until the handle begins to break loose It is not necessary to fully break the handle of the torque wrench to reach the specified torque Figure 4 6 When making connections with these devices use an open end wrench to hold one device stationary while Note torquing the nut on the other device cable connector Also remember that the setting of the torque wrench can change with use Re calibrate at a schedule appropriate to the amount of use 4 Reverse the order to disconnect the connection 4 12 Preparation For Use Gaging and Making Connections HP 85062A HANDLE BEGINS TO BREAK CO
24. educed by taking the average of at least three measurements having different gage orientations on the connector Even then the resultant average can be in error by as much as 0 0001 inch due to systematic biasing errors usually resulting from wom gages and gage masters therefore these systematic errors were not included in the uncertainty analysis As the gages endure more use the systematic errors could become more significant in the accuracy of the measurement When to Gage Connectors Gage a connector at the following times Before you use it for the first time It is recommended that you record the initial pin depth measure ment of your device to compare with future readings This serves as a good troubleshooting tool when you suspect damage may have occurred to the device If either visual inspection or electrical performance suggests that the connector interface may be out of typical range due to wear or damage for example If acalibration device is used by someone else or on another system or piece of equipment Asa matter of routine initially after every 100 connections and after that as often as experience sug gests 4 4 Preparation For Use Gaging and Making Connections HP 85062A CONNECTOR GAGES Types Each type of connector uses a different connector gage There are push on type gages and screw on type gages Every connector gage requires a gage calibration block to zero the gage A gage is referred to
25. evices with programmable repeatable impedance states These modules are characterized at Hewlett Packard and are used to transfer the factory calibration accuracy to the customer The microwave circuitry in the module uses semiconductor PIN diode switches which shunt the transmis sion lines to ground The number of diodes and their location vary depending upon the frequency require ments A multitude of reflection coefficients are generated by applying various combinations of the shunts Without shunts the network acts as a low loss transmission line High isolation between the ports is ob tained by driving several of the PIN diode shunts simultaneously Control logic within the module is pro grammed to drive the PIN diodes to their various states The factory measured S parameter data of each of the various impedance states is stored inside of the mod ule This factory data is compared to the measured data collected during the calibration process and error terms are calculated CALIBRATION CONSTANTS The HP 85062A Electronic Calibration Kit is unlike our standard mechanical calibration kits There are no calibration constants to be loaded into the network analyzer All of the calibration data for each indi vidual electronic calibration module is stored within the module and is traceable to NIST National Insti tute of Standards and Technology This calibration data is read by the HP 85060C Electronic Calibration Control Unit each time a ca
26. ft during measurement calibration and during measurements when the network analyzer correction is turned on It is also the range over which the network analyzer maintains its specified performance while correction is turned on If this temperature range is exceeded the accuracy enhanced performance of the network analyzer will be degraded Measurement Calibration This is the calibration performed to determine the corrections necessary for accuracy enhanced correction on measurements Connector Pin Depth Values Refer to Figure 2 1 and Table 2 2 Pin depth is a relative measurement be tween the center conductor and outer conductor mating surfaces All references to pin depth in this manual treat positive values as protrusions and negative values as recessions References to Connector Sex In this manual adapters calibration modules and gage masters are referred to by the sex of their connec tor For example a male adapter has a male connector A gage is referred to by the sex of the connector that it measures For example a male gage measures male connectors a male gage has a female connector HP 85062A Specifications and Characteristics 2 1 ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS Table 2 1 lists the environmental specifications for the modules in the HP 85062 Calibration Kit Table 2 1 Environmental Specifications Specifications Limits Operating Temperature Range 20 to 26 C 68 to 79 F Error Corrected Tempe
27. ick Reference Card 08510 90360 a Not included in kit with Option OOM or OOF HP 85062A Replaceable Parts 7 1 Qi LO 5 16 INCH TORQUE WRENCH 90 N cm 8 in lb DB 25 PROTECTIVE END CAP 1 PER MODULE fn HEWLETT ca PACKARD 85062 60002 26 5_ GHz ELECTRONIC CALIBRATION MODULE PORTA poem PORT B CAUTION 20 GBm MAX AVOID STATIC DISCHARGE Not shown Operating and Service Manual Storage Case Specification Verification Program Disk Notes 3 5 mm MALE OR FEMALE PROTECTIVE END CAPS ONE PER CONNECTOR oD Qi Low band module shown is included only with Option 001 Serial numbers are located on opposite side of modules 7 2 3 5 mm ADAPTER f EC to f 3 5 mm ADAPTER m A to m HEWLETT DA Packard 85062 60001 45 MHz 2 GHz ELECTRONIC CALIBRATION MODULE PORT A PORT B l IA CAUTION 20 dBm MAX AVOID STANC DISCHARGE IB Figure 7 1 HP 85062A Option 001 Replaceable Parts Replaceable Parts a _ A AAA AAA HP 85062A Sos HI 5 16 INCH TORQUE WRENCH 90 N cm 8 in LB lt DB 25 PROTECTIVE END CAP ES 1 PER MODULE Se HEWLETT PACKARD 85062 60004 1 26 5 GH2 ELECTRONIC CALIBRATION MODULE PORT A PORT B CAUTION 20 dBm MA
28. leaning supplies are not provided in this kit Refer to Chapter 7 Replaceable Parts for ordering information HP 85062A General information 1 1 SERIAL NUMBERS A serial number label is attached to this calibration kit The serial number is in the form 0000000000 The first six digits form the serial number prefix the first two digits are a country code the next four are a year week designation The last four digits form the suffix a simple counting sequence The contents of this manual apply directly to calibration kits having the serial number prefix es listed un der SERIAL NUMBERS on the title page A typical serial number label is shown in Figure 1 1 SERIAL NUMBER A o PREFIX SUFFIX PENE FACTORY SER US3444 1234 INSTALLED SER SER US3444 1234 gt 1234 OPTIONS a OPT 000 HEWLETT PACKARD IF ANY AY HEWLETT PACKARD AY HEWLETT PACKARD IN USA Figure l 1 Typical Calibration Kit Serial Number Label In addition to the kit serial number the calibration modules in the HP 85062A calibration kit are individ ually serialized These serial numbers should be recorded in Table 1 1 when the kit is first received The purpose of this is to help maintain the integrity of your kit Kit integrity is one important part of compliance with U S MIL STD 45662A should your compliance be required 1 2 General Information HP 85062A Table l I Serial Numbers of Individual Calibration Devices Serial Number Seri
29. libration is performed PERFORMING CALIBRATIONS The calibration type and procedure to be used depends on the type and accuracy of measurement required for the device under test The operating programming and service manual for the HP 85060C Electronic Calibration Control Unit provides information regarding the available calibration types the best applica tion for each type and describes the calibration procedures in detail For information regarding specific network analyzers refer to the appropriate network analyzer user s manual or Hewlett Packard application notes CHANGING THE CALIBRATION DATA The calibration data stored in each electronic calibration module is unique to that module and can only be changed when the module is recertified or repaired This recertification or repair can only be performed at Hewlett Packard or at Hewlett Packard authorized service centers HP 85062A User Information 3 l Chapter4 Preparation For Use Gaging and Making Connections OPERATING PRECAUTIONS There are several precautions that must be observed to protect the devices in this kit and the instruments being used Handling and Storage Handle and store these calibration devices with great care their continued performance and accuracy de pend on maintaining very precise mechanical tolerances of the connectors When the calibration modules are not in use replace their protective end caps and store them in the foam lined storage case The stor
30. n of the network analyzer Part of the error cor rected operating temperature range can fall outside of the calibration temperature window For example if measurement calibration is performed at 20 C 68 F verification and measurements must be made between 19 C 66 2 F and 21 C 69 8 F Also if the network analyzer ambient operating tem perature drift exceeds the allowable error corrected temperature range a new measurement calibration must be performed to assure optimum accuracy Remember that your fingers are a heat source so avoid handling the devices unnecessarily during calibra tion 2 2 Specifications and Characteristics HP 85062A Barometric Pressure and Relative Humidity Barometric pressure and relative humidity also effect device performance Air exists between the inner and outer conductors of these devices and the dielectric constant of air varies as pressure and humidity change Refer to Table 2 1 for environmental specifications including barometric pressure MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICS Center Conductor Protrusion and Pin Depth Mechanical characteristics such as center conductor protrusion and pin depths are not performance speci fications They are however important supplemental characteristics related to electrical performance Hewlett Packard verifies the mechanical characteristics of the devices in this kit with special gaging pro cesses and electrical testing This ensures that the device connectors
31. nurl to screw on the gage master just until you meet resistance Use the torque wrench supplied with the kit to tighten the connecting nut of the gage master c As you watch the gage pointer gently tap the barrel of the gage to settle the reading The gage pointer should line up exactly with the zero mark on the gage If not clean and inspect both the gage and gage master If the gage and gage master are clean and free from defects adjust the zero set knob until the gage pointer exactly lines up with zero Check gages often to make sure that the zero setting has not changed Generally when the pointer on a Note recently zeroed gage does not line up exactly with the zero mark the gage or gage master needs cleaning Clean both of these carefully and check the zero setting again 4 6 Preparation For Use Gaging and Making Connections HP 85062A GAGING TECHNIQUES Male 3 5 mm Push on Type Gage E Refer to Figure 4 2 Find the male 3 5 mm connector gage usually marked M which has a circular metal bushing surrounding the gage plunger Use the protruding end of the gage calibration block also usually marked M Slip the calibration block into the outer bushing so that the bushing comes to rest on the outer flat area of the calibration block When you measure a connector the gage outer bushing rests on the outer conductor mating plane inside the connector Follow the instructions as described above for Zeroing the Connector G
32. or to another exposed ground This discharges static electricity and protects test equipment circuitry Refer to Chapter 7 Replaceable Parts for information about ordering supplies for ESD protection HP 85062A Preparation For Use Gaging and Making Connections 4 VISUAL INSPECTION Visual inspection and if necessary cleaning should be done every time a connection is made Metal par ticles from the connector threads may fall into the connector when it is disconnected One connection made with a dirty or damaged connector can damage both connectors beyond repair In some cases magnification is necessary to see damage on a connector The use of a microscope with a magnification of 10x or more is recommended to detect this type of damage Not all defects that are visible under magnification will affect the electrical performance of the connector Use the following guidelines when evaluating the integrity of a connector Obvious Defects or Damage Examine the connectors first for obvious defects or damage badly worn plating deformed threads or bent broken or misaligned center conductors Connector nuts should move smoothly and be free of burrs loose metal particles and rough spots Any connector that has obvious defects should be discarded or repaired before continuing Mating Plane Surfaces Flat contact between the connectors at all points on their mating plane surfaces is required for a good con nection Look especially for
33. ory The following 1s available on request MIL STD 45662A or equivalent certification For more information contact the nearest Hewlett Packard sales and service office listed inside the back cover of this manual HOW OFTEN TO RECERTIFY The suggested initial interval for recertification is 12 months or sooner The actual need for recertification depends on use of the kit After reviewing the results of the initial recertification you may establish a dif ferent recertification interval that reflects the usage and wear of the kit In some cases a kit may be not used for some time after the actual recertification date The recertification interval should begin on the date the kit is first used Note HP 85062A Performance Verification 5 WHERE TO SEND A KIT FOR RECERTIFICATION Contact the nearest Hewlett Packard sales and service office listed inside the back cover of this manual for information on where to send your kit for recertification When you return the kit please include service information as described in Returning a Kit or Device to HP in Section 6 Troubleshooting attach to the instrument if possible HOW HEWLETT PACKARD VERIFIES THE DEVICES IN THIS KIT Hewlett Packard verifies the specifications of these devices as follows The residual microwave error terms of the test system are verified with precision airlines and shorts or low frequency resistance The resistance is traceable to NIST United States Nation
34. perating and Service Manual SERIAL NUMBERS This manual applies directly to any HP 85062A Calibration Kit having serial prefix US3444 and above LA bacano HP Part Number 85062 90001 Printed in USA 1995 First Edition O Copyright 1995 Hewlett Packard Company CERTIFICATION Hewlett Packard Company certifies that this product met its published specifications at the time of shipment from the factory Hewlett Packard further certifies that its calibration measurements are traceable to the United States National Institute of Standards and Technology NIST formerly NBS to the extent allowed by the institutes calibration facility and to the calibration facilities of other International Standards Organization members WARRANTY This Hewlett Packard instrument product is warranted against defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from date of delivery During the warranty period Hewlett Packard will at its option either repair or replace products which prove to be defective For warranty service or repair this product must be returned to a service facility designated by HP Buyer shall prepay shipping charges to HP and HP shall pay all shipping charges to return the product to Buyer However Buyer shall pay all shipping charges duties and taxes for products retumed to HP from another country HP warrants that its software and firmware designated by HP for use with an instrument will execute its programming
35. placeable Parts 7 4 Replaceable Parts HP 85062A Principles of Microwave Connector Care Quick Reference Card NOTE Before You Start Proper connector care and connection techniques are critical for accurate repeatable measurements Refer to the calibration kit documentation for connector care infromation Prior to making connections to the network analyzer carefully review the information about inspecting cleaning and gaging connectors Having good connector care and connection techniques extends the life of these devices In addition you obtain the most accurate measurements This type of information is typically located in Chapter 3 of the calibration kit manuals For additional connector care instruction contact your local Hewlett Packard Sales and Service Office about course numbers HP 85050A 24A and HP 85050A 24D See the reverse side of this notice for quick reference tips about connector care HP 08510 90360 Printed June 1993 Principles of Microwave Connector Care Quick Reference Card Handling and Storage Do Not Do Keep connectors clean Touch mating plane surfaces Extend sleeve or connector nut i y e Set connectors contact end down e Use plastic end caps during storage Visual Inspection Do Do Not e Inspect all connectors carefully before every connection e Use a damaged connector ever e Look for metal particles scratches and dents Connector Cleaning
36. rature Range 1 C of measurement calibration temperature Storage Temperature 40 to 75 C 40 to 167 F Barometric Pressure Altitude Operation lt 4 500 meters 15 000 feet Storage lt 15 000 meters 50 000 feet Relative Humidity Non condensing at all times Operation 0 to 80 26 C maximum dry bulb Storage 0 to 95 EMI Conducted Susceptibility CETM 765 Radiated Susceptibility EN 50082 1 IEC 801 3 Radiated Emissions CISPR11 Magnetic Emissions CETM 765 Operating Temperature and Accuracy Enhancement Temperature of the calibration modules is important because device dimensions and therefore electrical characteristics change with temperature The temperature of the calibration devices and all connectors must be stable before use and within the operating limits shown above A measurement calibration of the network analyzer can be made at any temperature within the operating temperature range of the calibration kit The measurement calibration temperature of the network analyzer must be maintained within the error corrected temperature range of the network analyzer The error cor rected operating temperature range for most HP network analyzers is the initial measurement calibration temperature 1 C 1 8 F See the appropriate network analyzer User s Manual Measurement calibration performance verification and actual device measurements must be made within the error corrected operating temperature range specificatio
37. rmation as described in Returning a Kit or Device to HP in Chapter 6 Troubleshooting attach to the instrument if possible PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE The best techniques for maintaining the integrity of the devices in this kit include routine visual inspection and cleaning and proper gaging and connection techniques Failure to detect and remove dirt or metallic particles on a connector mating plane surface can degrade repeatability and accuracy and can damage any connector mated to it Improper connections resulting from pin depth values being out of the observed lim its see Table 2 2 or from using poor connection techniques can also damage these devices Visual inspection cleaning and connection techniques and proper gaging for pin depth are all described in Chapter 4 Preparation for Use Gaging and Making Connections HP 85062A General Information l 3 Chapter2 Specifications and Characteristics SPECIFICATIONS TERMINOLOGY Definitions The definitions explained here help to clarify the terms used in the remainder of this chapter These defi nitions refer to the HP 85062A 3 5 mm Electronic Calibration Kit only and are not necessarily valid defi nitions for other HP products Operating Temperature Range This is the temperature range over which the calibration standards main tain performance to their specifications Accuracy Enhanced Temperature Range This is the allowable network analyzer ambient temperature dri
38. rument Type of Service Required Please describe the problem s as specifically as possible k Any Other Applicable Information Tm awe AO AO gp MORE INFORMATION This manual contains limited information about network analyzer system operation For complete infor mation refer to the instrument documentation If you need additional information contact your local Hewlett Packard representatives Sales and service offices are listed inside the back cover of this manual HP 85062A Troubleshooting 6 1 START BAD CAL SUSPECTED RECALIBRATE i SYSTEM EVERYTHING IS OK ALL CONNECTIONS CONTROL UNIT NWA ETC PROPERLY MADE NO RECONNECT PROPERLY 1 REFERTOUSER 0 DOCUMENTATION CLEAN DEVICE S AND GAGE PROPERLY YES PROPER TORQUE DEVICES TORQUE 3 5 mm TO 90N cm 8 in Ib CONNECTOR POR So RECERTIFY FINISH SMOOTH amp MODULE S UNMARRED RETURN MODULE S TO HP FOR CONNECTOR RECERTIFY REPAIROR MODULE S gt REPLACEMENT Figure 6 1 Troubleshooting Flow Diagram 6 2 Troubleshooting HP 85062A Chapter 7 Replaceable Parts Table 7 1 lists the replacement part numbers for the contents of the HP 85062A calibration kit and for oth er parts which are not included in the kit To order a listed part note the description HP part number and the quantity desired Telephone or send your order to the HP office nearest
39. s 4 VISUAL INSPECTION id odoin ang ne BAS A Ae ere foes Bia Ses 4 2 Obvious Defects or Damage 2 2525 RA TA AAA Geers 4 2 Mating Plane Surfaces LPL AIRE OS re ee re 4 2 Connector Wear vince ort ee See autho eel at Ae cots abe sek Oe ee E E ear Ree nls sa eases be 4 2 CLEANING CONNECTORS srode eras ocatte weeds tien hna au ode es Teen adhe 4 3 Periodically Check for Alcohol Contamination 0 0 cece cee cee 4 3 GENERAL CLEANING PROCEDURES 2 0 4 soba Sones a as as 4 3 GAGING DEVICES IN THIS KIT os ias a RiGee 4 4 Cia ce Intent Gate stuck Shodan So bane dae Os tod Bee eagle Sak he re ia 4 4 HP 85062A Contents l GaSe ACCURACY ay uted O uit Ek A A E pe e E EAN 4 4 When te Gage Connectors moda Sone eh eke Rees eh epee seed ee AOS 4 4 CONNECTOR GAGES 240 ia cnr duel en SoG eas ta hia kate oe hed aes 4 5 Types 45 oor eG ed ES a eso Sen le Seer a ton Goo nea 4 5 ZEROING THE CONNECTOR GAGE 3442450 id nat vg ow ia dng SOR Gw ee eee ae ee AYERS 4 6 GAGING TECHNIQUES orale ae eed E A Ri 4 7 Male 3 5 mm Push on Type Gage 6 2 ee cece eect eer eee eee tenet eens 4 7 Male 3 5 mm Screw on Type Gage 2 6s cede dens pode Dene tegen p eek eae ee eee ees 4 9 Female 3 5 mm Push on Type Gage suomi as 64 cece ted da NA 4 10 Female 3 5 mm Screw on Type Gage 2 0 cca cede rd e 4 1 MARKING CONNECTIONS 30d awa hott oe wie qt dk Ad per ee ee A 4 12 Initial Connection A eked aoe cae oN Vien eA eee eee 4 12 Fifa CORNCC
40. ure compressed air or nitrogen that has an effective oil vapor filter and liquid condensation trap placed just before the outlet hose Ground the hose nozzle to prevent electrostatic discharge and set the air pressure to a very low velocity 60 psi or less High ve locity air can cause electrostatic effects when directed into a connector 2 Clean the Connector Threads For dirt or stubborn contaminants on a connector that you cannot remove with compressed air or nitrogen try a cleaning swab or lint free cleaning cloth moistened with isopropyl alcohol a Apply a small amount of isopropyl alcohol to a cleaning swab or lint free cleaning cloth b Clean the connector threads c Let the alcohol evaporate then blow the threads dry with a gentle stream of clean low pressure compressed air or nitrogen 3 Clean the Mating Plane and Interior Surfaces Apply a small amount of isopropyl alcohol to a new cleaning swab and clean the mating plane and interior surfaces If the connector has a center conductor use very short horizontal or vertical strokes across the con nector and the least pressure possible especially when cleaning a female connector to avoid snag ging the swab on the center conductor contact fingers An illuminated magnifying glass helps 4 Dry the Connector After cleaning blow the connector dry with a gentle stream of clean compressed air or nitrogen Always completely dry a connector before you reassemble or use it
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