Keysight (Agilent) E8257C
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 250 kHz to 20 GHz |
| Modulation | AM, FM, ΦM, pulse |
| Frequency Resolution | 0.001 Hz |
| Interfaces | GPIB, LAN, RS-232 |
| Output Power | -20 to +13 dBm (depending on configuration) |
| Level Accuracy | ±0.8 dB at 2 to 20 GHz, ±0.9 dB at 20 to 40 GHz (spec.) |
| Sweep Modes | step sweep, list mode, ramp sweep |
| RF Output Connector | 3.5 mm male; 2.4 mm male (depending on configuration) |
Available configurations
| Model | Frequency range | Configuration |
| E8257C-520 | 250 kHz to 20 GHz | Analog signal generator |
| E8257C-540 | 250 kHz to 40 GHz | Analog signal generator |
Keysight (Agilent) E8257C-520 Options:
Options available for the Keysight (Agilent) PSG analog signal generator (E8257C). Installed options vary from unit to unit – ask us for the exact configuration of the instrument you are interested in.
- E8257C - UNT - AM, FM and phase modulation
- E8257C - UNU - Pulse modulation
- E8257C - UNW - Narrow pulse modulation
- E8257C - 007 - Analog ramp sweep
- E8257C - 1E1 - Step attenuator
- E8257C - 1EA - High output power
- E8257C - 1ED - Type-N (f) RF output connector
- E8257C - 1EH - Improved harmonics below 2 GHz
- E8257C - 1EM - RF output moved to rear panel
- E8257C - UNR - Enhanced phase noise
- E8257C - 1CM - Rack mount kit
- E8257C - 1CN - Front handle kit
- E8257C - 1CP - Rack mount kit with handles
The Keysight (Agilent) E8257C-520 Analog PSG Signal Generator operates from 250 kHz to 20 GHz, delivering exceptionally high output levels nearing +20 dBm with micro-Hz frequency resolution and fast ~12 ms switching speed. It features AM, FM, PM, and pulse modulation capabilities alongside an internal baseband generator with 80 MHz bandwidth.
This generator ensures precise, high-fidelity signal output for complex modulation schemes, ideal for testing radar, communication, and aerospace systems.
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Options and configurations
- Frequency Range: 250 kHz to 20 GHz (Opt. 520)
- Output Power: -20 to +13 dBm (Opt. 520), +9 dBm (Opt. 540); -135 dBm with Opt. 1E1
- Sweep Modes: step sweep, list mode, ramp sweep (Opt. 007)
- RF Output Connector: 3.5 mm male (Opt. 520); 2.4 mm male (Opt. 540)
