PicoVNA 106

The PicoVNA 106 from Pico Technology is a 2-port USB vector network analyzer covering 300 kHz to 6 GHz, delivering full S-parameter measurements (S11, S21, S12, S22) with up to 118 dB dynamic range and measurement speeds exceeding 5,000 dual-port S-parameters per second. With Type N(f) connectors, 50-ohm impedance, built-in bias-Ts, and 12-term error correction, the PicoVNA 106 provides the accuracy and frequency coverage needed for characterizing RF filters, amplifiers, attenuators, cables, connectors, and antennas up to 6 GHz — covering WiFi 2.4/5 GHz, Bluetooth, Zigbee, Sub-GHz IoT, and many cellular bands.

PicoVNA 106 Specifications

Feature	Specification
Frequency Range	300 kHz to 6.0 GHz
Frequency Resolution	10 Hz
Frequency Accuracy	10 ppm max
Ports	2 (Type N female, 50 ohm)
Dynamic Range	118 dB typical (10 MHz - 4 GHz)
Typical Noise Floor	-118 dB (10-4000 MHz), -110 dB (outside)
Test Signal Power	+6 to -20 dBm (10 MHz - 4 GHz)
Measurement Bandwidth	10 Hz to 140 kHz (11 settings)
Corrected Load Match	46 dB typical, 40 dB minimum
S-Parameters	S11, S21, S22, S12
P1dB Measurement	1 dB gain compression
Display Channels	4 channels, 2 traces each
Markers	8
Error Correction	12-term full S-parameter, 8-term unknown thru
Display Formats	Log/linear magnitude, phase, Smith chart, polar, VSWR, group delay, TDR
Bias-Ts	Built-in, powered via external PSU, SMB connectors
Interface	USB 2.0
Power	External 12-15 V DC, 22 W
Dimensions	286 x 174 x 61 mm
Weight	1.9 kg
Software	PicoVNA 5 (Windows)
Warranty	3 years

The PicoVNA 106 shares its architecture and PicoVNA 5 software with the higher-frequency PicoVNA 108 (8.5 GHz), offering the same measurement engine, calibration workflows, and display capabilities at a lower price point for teams whose work stays within 6 GHz. Smith chart, polar, magnitude, phase, group delay, VSWR, and TDR display formats are all included, along with SOLT and TRL calibration methods and automated calibration kit support. The built-in bias-Ts allow active device testing without external bias networks.

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For RF engineers, antenna designers, and production test teams working at frequencies up to 6 GHz, the PicoVNA 106 delivers the dynamic range and measurement accuracy of instruments costing significantly more in a compact 1.9 kg package. Teams that need to characterize components above 6 GHz can step up to the PicoVNA 108, while those working within the 6 GHz envelope save budget without sacrificing measurement quality. GSAS Micro Systems provides the PicoVNA 106 with calibration kit recommendations, application guidance, and after-sales support for RF engineering teams across India.