Keysight Chose Newnex USB-C Cables for High-Performance Tester
Posted by Newnex on Aug 19th 2025
Introduction
Keysight Technologies, a global leader in electronic test and measurement, is recognized for setting industry standards in precision and reliability. Their solutions power innovation across aerospace, defense, communications, and semiconductor industries—where accuracy and consistency are mission-critical.
When developing one of their 110GHz signal analyzers—equipment valued at more than $150,000 per unit—Keysight needed a connectivity solution that would meet the same uncompromising standards as their instruments. For this purpose, they selected the Newnex U4S5C02C02-020 USB-C to USB-C 2-meter USB 3.2 Full-Feature Cable as the trusted connection between the Keysight N9042B UXA Analyzer and V3050A 110GHz UXA Extender.
Why Keysight Chose Newnex
High-frequency test instruments push the limits of data transmission and signal integrity. In such environments, cables are not simple accessories—they are critical components that must deliver consistent performance under rigorous conditions. Keysight, unlike typical end-users, does not simply test whether a cable “works” or not. As the developer of the USB-C compliance tester for signal integrity, Keysight applies the same high bar of validation to every component included with their instruments.
Keysight’s decision to include Newnex cables with their flagship analyzer was driven by several critical factors:
- USB-IF Certified – Newnex’s USB-C cable assemblies have successfully obtained USB-IF certification, ensuring they meet global standards for signal integrity and interoperability.
- Consistency Beyond Certification – While some manufacturers present “golden samples” to achieve certification, only to lower quality in regular production, Newnex maintains compliance-level standards across every batch of production. Customers receive cables that truly reflect certification-grade performance.
- Proven in Keysight’s Testing – Keysight’s rigorous internal validation confirmed Newnex’s ability to deliver high-frequency performance and reliability, making it a natural choice for integration into their equipment package.
