The Lecroy Wavemaster 8600A is a 6 GHz digital oscilloscope delivering 20 GS/s sampling across four channels with 12-bit resolution. Built on patented X-Stream technology, it accelerates data transfer and processing to achieve measurement speeds 10–100 times faster than conventional instruments. The all-SiGe front end, high-integrity ADC, and SiGe trigger circuit preserve signal fidelity across demanding RF and high-speed digital measurements.
Technical Specifications
• Bandwidth: 6 GHz
• Channels: 4
• Sampling Rate: 20 GS/s (maintained across full memory length; 20 GS/s dual-channel mode supported)
• Memory Depth: 10 Mpts/ch standard; 16 Mpts/ch optional; up to 48 Mpts in dual-channel mode
• Resolution: 12-bit
• Rise Time: 75 ps typical at ≥20 GS/s sampling
• Jitter Noise Floor: 1 ps rms
• Trigger Jitter: <2.5 ps rms
• Timebase Stability: ±1 ppm clock accuracy
• Input Impedance: 50 ohms (±2%; ±1.5% option)
• Input Coupling: DC, GND
• Bandwidth Limiters: Full, 4 GHz, 3 GHz, 1 GHz, 200 MHz, 20 MHz
– Key Features
• Display: 10.4″ touchscreen, 800 × 600 SVGA resolution with 20% larger viewing area
• Edge Trigger Bandwidth: 5 GHz (SiGe trigger circuit)
• SMART Trigger®: Captures glitches and pulse widths down to 600 ps
• Logic Trigger: Patterns up to 5 inputs; qualify on 4, trigger on 5th
• Glitch Triggers: Positive or negative, selectable widths
• Pulse Width Triggers: Positive or negative, selectable widths
• Interval Triggers: 2 ns to 20 s range
• WaveShape Analysis: Intuitive GUI with advanced waveform analysis and standard math tools
• Control: Front panel and touchscreen with dedicated function knobs
– Typical Applications
Telecommunications, high-speed digital design, RF testing, and precision signal investigation in research and engineering environments.
– Compatibility & Integration
X-Stream technology enables exceptionally fast data acquisition and processing suitable for time-critical measurement workflows.
