The Agilent/Keysight 8673E is a synthesized signal generator delivering precise RF and microwave signal generation across 2.0 to 18.0 GHz. Built on a three-band synthesized architecture, it combines wide dynamic range, excellent spectral purity, and flexible modulation to support demanding test environments in wireless communications, radar characterization, and RF manufacturing.
Technical Specifications
Frequency Performance
• Frequency range: 2.0 GHz to 18.0 GHz (overrange to 18.6 GHz)
• Frequency resolution: 3 kHz
• Time base stability: 0.000000005 /day
• External reference: 10 MHz
Output Power
• Output range: −120 dBm to +8 dBm (128 dB dynamic range)
• Output impedance: 50 Ohm
• Output level resolution: 0.1 dB
• Output accuracy: 6.5 dB
Spectral Purity
• Single-sideband noise floor: −60 dBc/Hz
• Harmonic content: −40 dBc
• Non-harmonic spurious: −60 dBc
– Key Features
Modulation & Sweep
• Simultaneous AM, FM, and pulse modulation
• AM rates to 100 kHz with linear external voltage control (±1 V peak)
• FM deviation to 10 MHz with metered ranges; unlocked mode supports 50 Hz rates
• Manual, auto, and single sweep modes with digital capability
• Up to 9999 frequency points per sweep; adjustable dwell time 1–255 ms
• Five independent, settable frequency markers with sweep outputs (0 to +10 V ramp, Z-axis blanking, tone marker)
Control & Integration
• HP-IB programmable interface (all functions except power switch)
• Type-N output connector
• Universal AC input: 100, 120, 220, 240 V (±5%, −10%), 48–66 Hz
• Power consumption: 400 VA maximum
– Physical & Operating Profile
Dimensions: 146 mm H × 425 mm W × 620 mm D | Net weight: 29 kg | Shipping weight: 34.5 kg
– Typical Applications
Wireless communications testing, radar system validation, RF subsystem characterization, and component acceptance testing in production environments.
