The Fluke 5820A Oscilloscope Calibrator is a precision instrument engineered to calibrate oscilloscopes with bandwidths extending up to 1 GHz. It delivers accurate and stable signal outputs across voltage, timing, and frequency parameters – essential for verifying oscilloscope performance in laboratory and enterprise environments.
Technical Specifications
Signal Generation • Bandwidth: Calibrates oscilloscopes up to 1 GHz
• Voltage measurements: Precise voltage levels for vertical accuracy verification
• Timing measurements: Accurate timing signals for horizontal accuracy, rise/fall time, and jitter analysis
• Frequency measurements: Calibrated frequencies for frequency response and accuracy checks
• Output accuracy and stability engineered for precise calibration procedures Calibration Functions • DC and AC voltage calibration across multiple amplitudes and frequencies
• Timebase calibration for horizontal scaling and measurement accuracy
• Frequency response testing up to rated bandwidth – Key Features • Straightforward operation with intuitive controls for signal parameter configuration
• Clear display for monitoring settings and calibration status
• Standard coaxial connectors (BNC) for direct oscilloscope interfacing
• Optional remote control or data logging interfaces for automated test system integration – Typical Applications • Oscilloscope performance verification and maintenance calibration
• Vertical and horizontal measurement accuracy validation
• Frequency response characterization and bandwidth assessment
• Multi-parameter calibration in production test environments – Compatibility & Integration The 5820A interfaces with oscilloscopes via standard coaxial connectors. Integration with automated test systems is supported through available remote control and data logging interfaces, enabling streamlined calibration workflows across distributed laboratory networks.
