The Keysight 33509B is a single-channel, 20 MHz Trueform waveform generator engineered for precision signal generation in research, development, and manufacturing environments. Built on Keysight’s proprietary Trueform technology, it combines Direct Digital Synthesis with point-by-point architecture to deliver superior signal fidelity—achieving 5× lower harmonic distortion and 10× less pulse jitter than conventional DDS generators. The result is higher accuracy, improved measurement confidence, and more reliable test results across demanding applications.
Technical Specifications
• Frequency Range: 1 μHz to 20 MHz (sine); 1 μHz to 20 MHz (square/pulse/arbitrary); 1 μHz to 200 kHz (triangle); 1 μHz to 20 kHz (ramp)
• Frequency Accuracy: ±1 ppm of setting ±15 pHz
• Time Base Accuracy: ±0.1 ppm
• Sampling Rate: 160 MSa/s
• Resolution: 16-bit
• Amplitude Range: 1 mVpp to 10 Vpp (high impedance)
• Output Impedance: 50 Ω
• Display: 4.3-inch color TFT (WQVGA), 480 × 272 pixels
• Dimensions: 212.8 mm (W) × 88.3 mm (H) × 272.3 mm (L)
• Weight: 3.3 kg
– Key Features
• Standard waveforms: sine, square, ramp, pulse, triangle, Gaussian noise, PRBS, DC
• Built-in modulation modes: AM, FM, PM, FSK, BPSK, PWM, sum
• Optional arbitrary waveform capability with up to 16 MSa/channel memory
• Waveform creation and editing via 33503A BenchLink Waveform Builder Pro, Excel, or MATLAB
• Low-jitter architecture for precise timing-critical applications
• Intuitive color graphical interface for parameter setup and real-time signal viewing
– Typical Applications
• Component characterization and validation testing
• Protocol and signal integrity analysis
• Sensor simulation and transducer testing
• Educational and research instrumentation
• Analog and digital circuit design verification
– Compatibility & Integration
• USB (front-panel for file management)
• LAN (LXI-C compliance)
• GPIB for legacy system integration
• Part of the 33500B Series ecosystem
