The HP/Agilent 83630A, 83630B, 83630L, 83631A, and 83631B synthesizers deliver precision RF and microwave signal generation from 10 MHz to 26.5 GHz (45 MHz on 83631 models). These instruments combine synthesized frequency stability with sweep flexibility for component testing, receiver verification, signal simulation, and system integration in laboratory and production environments.
Technical Specifications
Frequency Coverage
• 83630A/B/L: 10 MHz to 26.5 GHz
• 83631A/B: 45 MHz to 26.5 GHz
• Resolution: 1 kHz standard; 1 Hz with Option 008
Output Power
• Maximum Calibrated Output: +13 dBm
• Minimum Output Level: -20 dBm (standard); -110 dBm (with Option 001)
• Harmonic Performance: -50 dBc below carrier (2.0 to 26.5 GHz)
Phase Noise Performance
• SSB Phase Noise at 10 GHz, 10 kHz offset: 80 dB, rise/fall times <10 ns (Option 006)
– Key Features
• Step, List, and Ramp sweep modes
• User-adjustable flatness correction for remote test point leveling
• Internal Modulation Generator (Option 002)
• Rear Panel RF Output (Option 004)
• MATE compatibility (Option 700)
– Typical Applications
Component characterization, receiver qualification, signal simulation, and RF/microwave system integration testing.
– Compatibility & Integration
Models 83631A and 83631B are optimized sources for Agilent 8510 systems.
