The Aeroflex CS25130 is a synthesized signal generator producing RF signals across a broad frequency span with output levels from +19 dBm to -145 dBm. Part of the Broadband Signal and Environment Generator (BSG) family, it delivers precise, stable signals for RF testing, calibration, and validation of communication systems and electronic devices.
Technical Specifications
• Frequency Range: 0.5 to 512 MHz in 10 octave ranges; extends to 1024 MHz with Option 002 (internal frequency doubler)
• Maximum Frequency: 500.00 MHz
• Output Level Range: +19 dBm to −145 dBm
• Amplitude Range: 4.5 mV to 5.5 V
• Amplitude Flatness: ±1.5% to 4% of 50 kHz reference
• Spurious-Free Dynamic Range (SFDR): 65 dB typical
• Synthesized Frequency: Yes
– Key Features
• Synthesized frequency generation ensures stable, repeatable output across the operating range
• Wide output level control spans 164 dB dynamic range
• Selectable frequency doubler option enables coverage to 1024 MHz
• Amplitude flatness specification maintains signal integrity across the frequency span
• High SFDR performance minimizes spurious content in test signals
– Typical Applications
• RF subsystem testing and validation
• Communication system calibration
• Electronic device characterization
• Signal path measurements
• Environmental simulation for broadband RF scenarios
– Compatibility & Integration
The CS25130 integrates into test environments requiring multi-octave signal generation with precise amplitude control. Its synthesized architecture and output specifications position it for laboratory and production test setups demanding stable, low-distortion RF sources across the VHF and lower UHF bands.
