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Keysight (Agilent) N5173B

Microwave Analog Signal Generator, 9 kHz to 40 GHz
±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
600 µs (list mode) Switching Speed
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Attribute Value
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
Switching Speed 600 µs (list mode)
Frequency Range 9 kHz to 13, 20, 31.8 or 40 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)
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 EXG X-Series Options:
  • N5173B - 513 - Frequency range 9 kHz to 13 GHz
  • N5173B - 520 - Frequency range 9 kHz to 20 GHz
  • N5173B - 532 - Frequency range 9 kHz to 31.8 GHz
  • N5173B - 540 - Frequency range 9 kHz to 40 GHz
  • N5173B - 1E1 - Step attenuator (0 to 115 dB in 10 dB steps, mechanical type)
  • N5173B - 1EA - High output power
  • N5173B - 1ED - Type-N output connector (for Option 513 or 520)
  • N5173B - 1EM - Rear panel RF output
  • N5173B - 1ER - Extended external reference input (1 to 50 MHz)
  • N5173B - UNT - AM, FM, and phase modulation
  • N5173B - UNW - Narrow pulse modulation with internal pulse generator
  • N5173B - UNZ - Faster frequency switching speed (CW mode ≤ 1.15 ms, List/step ≤ 900 µs)
  • N5173B - UZ2 - Alternate frequency switching speed option
  • N5173B - UW2 - Narrow pulse modulation with export control restrictions
  • N5173B - 006 - Removable memory card and instrument security (8 GB SD card)
  • N5173B - 303 - Multifunction generator (7 waveform generators)
  • N5173B - 320 - Pulse train generator (requires Option UNW or UW2)
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The Keysight (Agilent) N5173B EXG X-Series is a high-performance microwave analog signal generator offering frequencies up to 40 GHz. It delivers +20 dBm output at 20 GHz, ≤ –55 dBc harmonics, and full step attenuation, making it ideal for characterizing broadband components. Standard high-performance OCXO ensures excellent stability with an aging rate of ±5 ppb/day.

Optimized for parametric testing, CW blocking, and LO upconversion, the N5173B supports applications such as amplifier and receiver testing. Fast 600-µs frequency switching enhances throughput.

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Options and configurations

  • Frequency Range: 9 kHz to 13, 20, 31.8 or 40 GHz (Opt. 513/520/532/540)
  • 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
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