Keysight (Agilent) E8257D
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 100 kHz to 40 GHz |
| Frequency Resolution | 0.001 Hz |
| Switching Speed | < 11 ms (typ.) |
| Timebase Aging | 10 MHz, ±3 × 10⁻⁸ per year |
| Interfaces | GPIB, LAN, RS-232 |
| Output Power | -20 to +15 dBm; up to +28 dBm (depending on configuration) |
| SSB Phase Noise | -130 dBc/Hz at 1 GHz, 20 kHz offset (spec.) |
| Modulation | AM, FM, ΦM, pulse (depending on configuration) |
| Level Accuracy | ±0.6 dB at 250 kHz to 2 GHz, ±0.8 dB at 2 to 20 GHz (spec.) |
| Harmonics | < -55 dBc at 2 to 20 GHz (spec.) |
| Non-Harmonics | < -80 dBc at 250 MHz to 1 GHz, > 3 kHz offset (spec.) |
| Sweep Modes | step sweep, list mode, ramp sweep, power sweep |
| RF Output Connector | 3.5 mm male or Type-N female; 2.4 mm male; 1.85 mm male (depending on configuration) |
| Dimensions | 426 × 178 × 515 mm |
| Weight | < 22 kg |
Available configurations
| Model | Frequency range | Configuration |
| E8257D-513 | 100 kHz to 13 GHz | Analog signal generator |
| E8257D-520 | 100 kHz to 20 GHz | Analog signal generator |
| E8257D-521 | 10 MHz to 20 GHz | Analog signal generator |
| E8257D-532 | 100 kHz to 31.8 GHz | Analog signal generator |
| E8257D-540 | 100 kHz to 40 GHz | Analog signal generator |
| E8257D-550 | 100 kHz to 50 GHz | Analog signal generator |
| E8257D-567 | 100 kHz to 67 GHz | Analog signal generator |
Keysight (Agilent) E8257D-540 Options:
Options available for the Keysight (Agilent) PSG analog signal generator (E8257D). Installed options vary from unit to unit – ask us for the exact configuration of the instrument you are interested in.
- E8257D - UNT - AM, FM and phase modulation
- E8257D - UNU - Pulse modulation
- E8257D - UNW - Narrow pulse modulation
- E8257D - 007 - Analog ramp sweep
- E8257D - 1E1 - Step attenuator
- E8257D - 1EA - High output power
- E8257D - 1ED - Type-N (f) RF output connector
- E8257D - 1EH - Improved harmonics below 2 GHz
- E8257D - 1EM - RF output moved to rear panel
- E8257D - UNX - Ultra-low phase noise
- E8257D - UNY - Enhanced ultra-low phase noise
- E8257D - 1CM - Rack mount kit
- E8257D - 1CN - Front handle kit
- E8257D - 1CP - Rack mount kit with handles
The Keysight (Agilent) E8257D-540 signal generator covers 250 kHz to 40 GHz, offering exceptional output stability and industry-leading phase noise into the Ku-band. Designed with high output power, precise level accuracy, and multiple modulation capabilities, it supports AM, FM, PM, and pulse modulation. This robust PSG series model ensures outstanding performance in demanding RF applications.
Ideal for radar systems, wireless communications, and component development, the E8257D-540 provides broad frequency support and precise signal fidelity.
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Options and configurations
- Frequency Range: 100 kHz to 40 GHz (Opt. 540)
- Output Power: -20 to +15 dBm (Opt. 513/520), +11 dBm (Opt. 532/540), +5 dBm (Opt. 550/567); up to +21 dBm with Opt. 1EU; up to +28 dBm (Opt. 521); -135 dBm with Opt. 1E1
- SSB Phase Noise: -130 dBc/Hz at 1 GHz, 20 kHz offset (spec.); -138 dBc/Hz at 1 GHz, 10 kHz offset with Opt. UNY (spec.)
- Modulation: AM, FM, ΦM (Opt. UNT), pulse (Opt. UNU/UNW)
- Sweep Modes: step sweep, list mode, ramp sweep (Opt. 007), power sweep
- RF Output Connector: 3.5 mm male or Type-N female (Opt. 1ED) (Opt. 513/520/521); 2.4 mm male (Opt. 532/540/550); 1.85 mm male (Opt. 567)
