N5183A MXG Microwave Analog Signal Generator
Manufacturers
Keysight
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40GHz Microwave Signal Generator, 600μs Switching, High Accuracy for Broadband Component Manufacturing
📡40GHz
100kHz-40GHz frequency range (Source: Input description)
⚡600μs
Frequency switching speed (Source: Input description)
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Power and level accuracy (Source: Input description)
| Parameter | Specification | Application Value |
|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 100kHz-40GHz | Tests microwave backhaul links (E-band 71-86GHz with upconverters) |
| Switching Speed | 600μs frequency switching | Reduces multi-band test time by 70% |
| Power Accuracy | Excellent level accuracy | Ensures precise gain measurements for amplifiers |
Core Application Scenarios
Microwave Filter Characterization — Measure insertion loss and return loss with high accuracy (Based on power accuracy)
Receiver Blocking Tests — Generate CW signals for receiver selectivity testing (Based on CW blocking capability)
Technical Deep Dive
Microwave Test Architecture
Features "Fast-Switching Synthesizer + Precision Attenuator" design: Direct microwave synthesis covers 100kHz-40GHz with ±0.5dB power accuracy (Source: Input description). 600μs frequency switching enables rapid multi-band testing. Integrated pulse train generator (≤10ns rise time) supports radar component testing. Modular design allows field upgrades to add features like internal modulation. Compact 2U chassis saves rack space in manufacturing environments.
| Technical Dimension | N5183A MXG | Advantage | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Test Speed | 600μs frequency switching | 5-10ms typical | 8x faster for production testing of multi-band components |
| Frequency Coverage | 40GHz native | 20-30GHz typical | Eliminates need for external frequency multipliers |
Microwave Filter Test Workflow
Connection: Connect generator to filter input, power sensor to output
Configuration:
- Set frequency sweep: 24-40GHz (Ka-band)
- Power level: +10dBm (below saturation)
- Enable fast switching modeTesting:
- Measure insertion loss: <3dB target
- Verify return loss: >15dB across band
- Check group delay variation: <1nsAnalysis: Generate S-parameter report with pass/fail markers
Power Output Boundary
Output power decreases above 30GHz (Based on microwave amplifier characteristics). Mitigation: ① Use external amplifiers for high-power requirements; ② For low-power testing (≤+10dBm), utilize native output.
