The Agilent/Keysight E1752A is a C-size VXI pulse distribution amplifier that buffers and distributes clock signals, timing pulses, and broadband waveforms across up to six isolated outputs. Operating from 100 kHz to 10 MHz (or 1 pps to 10 million pulses per second), the module accepts input levels between +7 dBm and +19 dBm and maintains phase and frequency integrity across varying environmental conditions. High port-to-port isolation and low crosstalk make it suitable for precision timing distribution in laboratory, factory, and automated test equipment systems.
Technical Specifications
• Input frequency range: 100 kHz to 10 MHz (or 1 pps to 10 million pps)
• Input level: +7 dBm to +19 dBm (logic: LO ≤ 0.8 V, HI ≥ 2.0 V)
• Maximum damage level: +27 dBm (+14 V, −9 V)
• Input impedance: 50 Ω
• Harmonic distortion: <−45 dBc
• Spurious modulation: <−100 dBc
• Output channels: Six buffered outputs
• Form factor: C-size, 1-slot, register-based VXI module
• Phase noise: Dependent on input level; specifications available
– Key Features
• Built-in automatic gain control (AGC) for phase stability and rapid deployment without manual level adjustment
• High isolation between output ports to minimize crosstalk in multi-channel distribution
• Channel fault alarm with front-panel status indicators for system monitoring
• VXIbus register access enables real-time signal presence/absence detection on individual channels
• Preserves input signal phase and frequency characteristics under temperature and humidity variations
– Typical Applications
• Precision clock distribution in ATE and test systems
• 1 pps timing reference distribution
• Broadband pulse and sine wave buffering
• Multi-channel signal distribution in synchronized measurement environments
– Compatibility & Integration
Designed as a plug-in module for VXIbus systems, the E1752A integrates via register-based VXI controller communication. Accepts standard clock signals, timing pulses, sine waves, and pulse trains across its 50 Ω input.
