Keysight (Agilent) N5173B
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 9 kHz to 40 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
| Model | Frequency range | Configuration |
| N5173B-513 | 9 kHz to 13 GHz | Analog signal generator |
| N5173B-520 | 9 kHz to 20 GHz | Analog signal generator |
| N5173B-532 | 9 kHz to 31.8 GHz | Analog signal generator |
| N5173B-540 | 9 kHz to 40 GHz | Analog signal generator |
Keysight (Agilent) N5173B-540 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
The Keysight (Agilent) N5173B‑540 EXG Signal Generator delivers precision signal generation from 9 kHz to 40 GHz, ideal for mmWave, 5G NR, automotive radar, and satellite communication testing. With outstanding phase noise (–122 dBc/Hz at 1 GHz, 20 kHz offset) and stable output power up to +20 dBm, it supports both analog and vector modes and ensures high dynamic range for spurious‑sensitive applications.
Its fast 600 µs frequency switching and PathWave software compatibility provide flexible, high‑throughput testing across complex RF scenarios.
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Options and configurations
- Frequency Range: 9 kHz to 40 GHz (Opt. 540)
- 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
