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Keysight (Agilent) N5173B

Option 520 (9 kHz to 20 GHz) – EXG Analog Signal Generator, 3.5 mm (m)
9 kHz to 20 GHz Frequency Range
±0.7 dB at 20 GHz Level Accuracy
0.001 Hz Frequency Resolution
≤ -55 dBc at 10 GHz Harmonics
-72 dBc at 1 GHz Non-Harmonics
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Attribute Value
Frequency Range 9 kHz to 20 GHz
Level Accuracy ±0.7 dB at 20 GHz
Frequency Resolution 0.001 Hz
Harmonics ≤ -55 dBc at 10 GHz
Non-Harmonics -72 dBc at 1 GHz
Output Power -135 to +20 dBm at 20 GHz
SSB Phase Noise -101 dBc/Hz at 10 GHz, 10 kHz offset
Modulation AM, FM, ΦM, pulse (depending on configuration)
Switching Speed 600 µs (list mode)
Sweep Modes step sweep, list mode
RF Output Connector 3.5 mm male (depending on configuration)
Interfaces GPIB, LAN (LXI), USB

Available configurations

ModelFrequency rangeConfiguration
N5173B-5139 kHz to 13 GHzAnalog signal generator
N5173B-5209 kHz to 20 GHzAnalog signal generator
N5173B-5329 kHz to 31.8 GHzAnalog signal generator
N5173B-5409 kHz to 40 GHzAnalog signal generator
Keysight (Agilent) N5173B-520 Options:

Options available for the Keysight (Agilent) EXG X-Series microwave analog signal generator (N5173B). Installed options vary from unit to unit – ask us for the exact configuration of the instrument you are interested in.

  • N5173B - UNT - AM, FM and phase modulation
  • N5173B - UNW - Narrow pulse modulation
  • N5173B - 1E1 - Step attenuator
  • N5173B - 1EA - High output power
  • N5173B - 1EM - RF output moved to rear panel
  • N5173B - 006 - Instrument security
  • N5173B - 1CM - Rack mount kit
  • N5173B - 1CN - Front handle kit
  • N5173B - 1CP - Rack mount kit with handles
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The Keysight (Agilent) N5173B-520 is a microwave signal generator offering a broad frequency range from 9 kHz to 20 GHz. It supports high‑performance testing with precision vector modulation and low error vector magnitude (EVM). Integrated features include real‑time I/Q streaming, advanced modulation types (pulse, AM/FM, phase), and SCPI programmability for seamless ATE system integration.

Engineered for complex wideband signal testing such as radar and satellite systems, the N5173B‑520 ensures high spectral purity and flexible modulation capabilities for demanding R&D and production environments.

Testwall can supply the used Keysight (Agilent) N5173B‑520, fully tested. With expert support and global delivery, Testwall ensures high‑performance instrumentation with unmatched reliability and service quality. Please contact us directly if you need calibration or repair of the Keysight (Agilent) N5173B‑520.

Options and configurations

  • Frequency Range: 9 kHz to 20 GHz (Opt. 520)
  • Output Power: -135 to +20 dBm at 20 GHz (with Opt. 1EA, 1E1)
  • Modulation: AM, FM, ΦM (Opt. UNT), pulse (Opt. UNW)
  • RF Output Connector: 3.5 mm male (Opt. 513/520), 2.4 mm male (Opt. 532/540); Type-N female with Opt. 1ED
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