Keysight (Agilent) N5181B

| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 9 kHz to 6 GHz |
| Frequency Resolution | 0.001 Hz |
| Sweep Modes | step sweep, list mode |
| Timebase Aging | < ±1 × 10⁻⁷ per year |
| RF Output Connector | Type-N female |
| Output Power | -144 to +18 dBm at 10 MHz to 3 GHz |
| SSB Phase Noise | -134 dBc/Hz at 1 GHz, 20 kHz offset (typ.) |
| Modulation | AM, FM, ΦM, pulse (depending on configuration) |
| Level Accuracy | ±0.6 dB (spec.) at 5 MHz to 6 GHz, max. to -60 dBm |
| Harmonics | < -35 dBc (spec.) at 9 kHz to 3 GHz |
| Non-Harmonics | -75 to -87 dBc (spec.), >10 kHz offset |
| Switching Speed | ≤ 1.15 ms (typ.) |
| Interfaces | GPIB, LAN (LXI), USB |
| Dimensions | 426 × 88 × 489 mm |
| Weight | 13.6 kg |
Available configurations
| Model | Frequency range | Configuration |
| N5181B-503 | 9 kHz to 3 GHz | Analog signal generator |
| N5181B-506 | 9 kHz to 6 GHz | Analog signal generator |
Keysight (Agilent) N5181B-506 Options:
- N5181B-506 - 501 - RF analog model: 9 kHz to 1 GHz
- N5181B-506 - 503 - RF analog model: 9 kHz to 3 GHz
- N5181B-506 - 506 - RF analog model: 9 kHz to 6 GHz
- N5181B-506 - UNT - Analog modulation: AM, FM, and ΦM
- N5181B-506 - UNW - Narrow pulse modulation, including internal pulse generator
- N5181B-506 - 303 - LF multifunction generator
- N5181B-506 - 320 - Pulse train generator (requires Option UNW)
- N5181B-506 - 1EM - RF output moved to rear panel
- N5181B-506 - 1EQ - Output attenuator
- N5181B-506 - 1ER - Flexible reference input, 1-50 MHz
- N5181B-506 - 012 - LO In/Out for phase coherency
- N5181B-506 - 099 - Expanded license key upgradability
The Keysight (Agilent) N5181B-506 is a high-performance signal generator with a frequency range from 100 kHz to 6 GHz, ensuring precision in linear device testing. It features fast switching of frequency and amplitude and supports AM, FM, phase, and pulse modulation as standard.
Ideal for characterizing wireless devices such as Wi-Fi, LTE, and Bluetooth modules, the N5181B-506 ensures stable signal output and accurate testing results in advanced communication applications.
Testwall can supply the used Keysight (Agilent) N5181B-506, 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) N5181B-506.
Options and configurations
- Frequency Range: 9 kHz to 6 GHz (Opt. 506)
- Output Power: -144 to +18 dBm (+24 dBm with Opt. 1EA) at 10 MHz to 3 GHz
- SSB Phase Noise: -134 dBc/Hz at 1 GHz, 20 kHz offset (typ.); -146 dBc/Hz (typ.) with Opt. UNX
- Modulation: AM, FM, ΦM (Opt. UNT), pulse (Opt. UNW)
- Switching Speed: ≤ 1.15 ms (typ.); ≤ 950 µs (typ.) with Opt. UNZ





