Keysight (Agilent) N5183B

| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Resolution | 0.001 Hz |
| Sweep Modes | step sweep, list mode |
| Timebase Aging | < ±1 × 10⁻⁷ per year |
| Interfaces | GPIB, LAN (LXI), USB |
| Dimensions | 426 × 88 × 489 mm |
| Frequency Range | 9 kHz to 13, 20, 31.8 or 40 GHz |
| Output Power | -130 to +18 dBm at 3.2 to 13 GHz (depending on configuration) |
| SSB Phase Noise | -113 dBc/Hz at 10 GHz, 20 kHz offset (spec.) |
| Modulation | AM, FM, ΦM, pulse (depending on configuration) |
| Level Accuracy | ±0.6 dB (spec.) to 2 GHz; ±0.9 dB (spec.) at 2 to 40 GHz |
| Harmonics | < -55 dBc (spec.) at 2 to 20 GHz, +10 dBm |
| Non-Harmonics | -57 to -75 dBc (spec.) standard |
| Switching Speed | ≤ 5 ms (spec.) |
| RF Output Connector | 3.5 mm male (depending on configuration) |
| Weight | 14.5 kg (depending on configuration) |
Available configurations
| Model | Frequency range | Configuration |
| N5183B-513 | 9 kHz to 13 GHz | Analog signal generator |
| N5183B-520 | 9 kHz to 20 GHz | Analog signal generator |
| N5183B-532 | 9 kHz to 31.8 GHz | Analog signal generator |
| N5183B-540 | 9 kHz to 40 GHz | Analog signal generator |
Keysight (Agilent) N5183B Options:
- N5183B - 513 - Frequency range 9 kHz to 13 GHz
- N5183B - 520 - Frequency range 9 kHz to 20 GHz
- N5183B - 532 - Frequency range 9 kHz to 31.8 GHz
- N5183B - 540 - Frequency range 9 kHz to 40 GHz
- N5183B - 1E1 - Step attenuator (0 to 115 dB in 10 dB steps, mechanical type)
- N5183B - 1EA - High-power output option
- N5183B - 1ED - Adds Type-N connector (for Option 513 or 520)
- N5183B - 1EM - Rear panel RF output
- N5183B - 1ER - External reference input 1 to 50 MHz (in multiples of 0.1 Hz)
- N5183B - 006 - Removable memory card and instrument security (8 GB SD card)
- N5183B - UNT - Analog modulation (AM, FM, and phase modulation)
- N5183B - UNW - Narrow pulse modulation
- N5183B - UW2 - Narrow pulse modulation (export control version)
- N5183B - UNY - Ultra-low phase noise performance
- N5183B - UNZ - Fast frequency switching (CW mode ≤ 1.15 ms, list/step sweep ≤ 900 µs)
- N5183B - UZ2 - Frequency switching option (CW mode < 1.65 ms, list/step sweep < 1.4 ms)
- N5183B - 303 - Multifunction generator (7 waveform generators)
- N5183B - 320 - Pulse train generator (requires Option UNW or UW2)
The Keysight (Agilent) N5183B MXG X-Series is a microwave analog signal generator spanning 9 kHz to 40 GHz, delivering near-PSG spectral purity with phase noise optimized for radar module testing. Its +19 dBm output, -55 dBc harmonics, and -68 dBc spurious at 20 GHz provide excellent performance.
Equipped with five internal function generators, it enables advanced modulation (AM/FM/OM pulse) and 600 µs switching speed, ideal for lab and field applications requiring compact, fast setups.
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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: -130 to +18 dBm at 3.2 to 13 GHz (Opt. 513/520, with Opt. 1E1); +20 dBm with Opt. 1EA
- SSB Phase Noise: -113 dBc/Hz at 10 GHz, 20 kHz offset (spec.); -119 dBc/Hz at 10 GHz, 10 kHz offset (spec.) with Opt. UNY
- Modulation: AM, FM, ΦM (Opt. UNT), pulse (Opt. UNW)
- Non-Harmonics: -57 to -75 dBc (spec.) standard; up to -96 dBc with Opt. UNY
- Switching Speed: ≤ 5 ms (spec.); ≤ 1.15 ms (spec.) with Opt. UNZ
- RF Output Connector: 3.5 mm male (Opt. 513/520), 2.4 mm male (Opt. 532/540); Type-N with Opt. 1ED
- Weight: 14.5 kg (Opt. 513/520), 15.0 kg (Opt. 532/540)





