Compact microwave analog signal generator
5 March 2008
Test & Measurement
Agilent has announced the availability of a compact microwave analog signal generator that delivers a low cost of ownership and is an extension to the popular Agilent MXG signal generator platform, providing frequency coverage to 20, 32 or 40 GHz.
Featuring fast frequency switching speeds, high reliability and easy self-maintenance, this mid-performance signal generator provides manufacturing and R&D engineers working on broadband components and systems with the performance required to make a wide range of broad-band measurements. It is especially well suited for EW, radar, military communications and broadband wireless access applications.
The N5183A MXG is a continuous wave (CW) signal generator specifically designed to maximise uptime and reduce cost of ownership. Its maximum switching speed of 900 microseconds enables very high throughput. A simple design delivers easy self-maintenance that reduces downtime to one working day, making it possible for users to maintain or repair the instrument in-house. Not only does this capability maximise uptime, it also drives a lower cost of ownership.
With +18 dBm output power to 20 GHz, it is able to overcome losses and drive high-power devices. Additionally, it features a level accuracy, with optional step attenuator, of 0,6 to 0,8 dB. Other options include analog modulation and pulse modulation - all housed in a compact 2U package.
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