The HP/Agilent 83572B RF Plug-In extends HP 8350B sweep oscillator mainframes into the millimeter-wave band, delivering high-power signal generation across 26.5 GHz to 40.0 GHz. This WR-28 waveguide output module combines precision frequency control with flexible modulation and leveling options, making it essential for radar testing, satellite communications, and millimeter-wave component characterization. Full HP-IB programmability enables integration into automated test systems.
## Technical Specifications
• Frequency range: 26.5 GHz to 40.0 GHz
• Frequency accuracy: 100 MHz
• Minimum unleveled output power: 7 dBm
• Calibrated externally leveled output power (Option 001): 6 dBm
• Output power calibrated range: 11 dB
• Output power manual setting resolution: 0.1 dB
• Output power remote HP-IB programming resolution: 0.01 dB
• Output connector: WR-28 waveguide
• Power consumption (with mainframe): 375 VA
• Dimensions: 12 × 10 × 8 inches (approximate)
• Weight: 10 lbs (approximate)
## Key Features
• Power sweep capability over 11 dB range
• AM, FM, Pulse, and Square wave modulation modes
• Internal 27.8 kHz modulation for scalar measurements with HP 8756A/8757A Scalar Network Analyzers in AC detection mode
• External leveling with slope compensation to offset high-frequency test losses
• Option 001: Calibrated external leveling for stable output power delivery
• Option 006: Internal pulse and square wave modulation capability
• Complete front panel function programmability via HP-IB
## Typical Applications
• Radar system testing
• Satellite communication testing
• Millimeter-wave component characterization
• High-frequency signal generation and microwave testing
• Scalar network analysis measurements at millimeter-wave frequencies
## Compatibility & Integration
Designed exclusively as a plug-in module for HP 8350B sweep oscillator mainframes. All signal generation, modulation, and power control functions are remotely programmable through HP-IB interfaces, enabling seamless integration into automated measurement systems.
