SANTA CLARA, CA — Agilent Technologies has announced a compact microwave analog signal generator that delivers a low cost of ownership and is an extension to the popular Agilent MXG signal generator platform, providing frequency coverage to 20, 32 or 40 GHz.
Featuring fast frequency switching speeds, high reliability and easy self-maintenance, this mid-performance signal generator targets manufacturing and R&D engineers that need to carry out a wide range of broadband measurements. It is especially well suited for EW, radar, military communications and broadband wireless access applications.
The Agilent N5183A MXG is an economy class, continuous wave (CW) signal generator specifically designed to maximize uptime and reduce cost of ownership. Its less than or equal to 900-microsecond switching speed enables a dramatic increase in throughput. A simple design delivers easy self-maintenance that reduces downtime to one working day, making it possible for users to maintain or repair the instrument in-house. Not only does this capability maximize uptime, it also drives a lower cost of ownership.
Another key feature of the N5183A MXG is high performance — delivering a combination of high output power and excellent level accuracy. With +18 dBm to 20 GHz output power, it is able to overcome losses and drive high-power devices. Additionally, it features a level accuracy, with optional step attenuator, of ±0.6 to 0.8 dB. Other options include analog modulation and pulse modulation — all housed in a compact 2U (3 inch high) package that better uses rack space.
The N5183A MXG offers a viable replacement to legacy HP/Agilent signal generators. It is programming compatible with the 8340, 8360 and 8370 Series signal generators as well as the ESG, PSG and 8662A/8663A solutions.
For further information and a data sheet visit the Agilent N5183A MXG webpage.
