The Keysight Agilent HP 5334B is a highly reliable 100 MHz universal frequency counter and timer. It features 2 ns single-shot time interval resolution and 200 ps average resolution. With two matched 100 MHz channels and an optional 1.3 GHz Channel C, the 5334B offers comprehensive pulse parameter measurements, automatic triggering, and standard HP-IB connectivity.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | HP-IB (IEEE-488) |
| Display | 9-digit yellow LED |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 100 / 120 / 220 / 240 VAC (+10%, -13%), 48 to 66 Hz, 40 VA maximum |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 50 °C |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 425 mm × 88 mm × 356 mm |
| Weight | 5.3 kg |
Input Channels A & B
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range (DC Coupled) | DC to 100 MHz |
| Frequency Range (AC Coupled) | 10 Hz to 100 MHz |
| Input Impedance | 1 MΩ (with parallel capacitance < 40 pF) or 50 Ω (selectable) |
| Input Coupling Options | AC or DC (selectable) |
| Attenuator Settings | ×1 or ×10 (selectable) |
| Low Pass Filter | 100 kHz nominal (switchable) |
| Trigger Level Range | −5.10 V to +5.10 V (in ×1 mode) or −51.0 V to +51.0 V (in ×10 mode) |
| Trigger Level Resolution | 20 mV (in ×1 mode) or 200 mV (in ×10 mode) |
| Trigger Slope Selection | Positive or negative (independent for A and B) |
| Sensitivity (Sine Wave) | 15 mV rms (DC to 20 MHz), 35 mV rms (20 MHz to 100 MHz) |
| Sensitivity (Pulse) | 50 mV peak-to-peak |
| Minimum Pulse Width | 5 ns |
| Damage Level (1 MΩ) | 40 V rms (DC to 20 kHz), decreasing to 15 V rms at 100 kHz, and 5 V rms at 10 MHz and above |
| Damage Level (50 Ω) | 5 V rms |
Optional Channel C Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range (Channel C) | 90 MHz to 1.3 GHz (Option 030) |
| Sensitivity (Channel C) | 15 mV rms (90 MHz to 1 GHz), 75 mV rms (1 GHz to 1.3 GHz) (Option 030) |
| Input Impedance (Channel C) | 50 Ω nominal (Option 030) |
| Input Coupling (Channel C) | AC (Option 030) |
| Damage Level (Channel C) | 5 V rms (+27 dBm) (Option 030) |
| Connector Type (Channel C) | BNC female (Option 030) |
Measurement Functions & Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Measurement Range | 0.001 Hz to 100 MHz |
| Period Measurement Range | 10 ns to 10^7 s |
| Time Interval Range | 10 ns to 10^7 s |
| Time Interval Delay Range | 1 ms to 99.9 s |
| Pulse Width Range | 5 ns to 10^7 s |
| Rise/Fall Time Range | 20 ns to 10 ms |
| Duty Cycle Range | 1% to 99% |
| Phase Measurement Range | −180° to +360° |
| Frequency Ratio (A/B) Range | 10^-9 to 10^9 |
| Totalize Range | 0 to 10^12 |
Timebase & Reference Oscillator
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Standard Reference Frequency | 10 MHz |
| Aging Rate per Month | Less than 3 × 10^−7 (standard crystal) |
| Temperature Stability | Less than 5 × 10^−6 (0 to 50 °C, standard crystal) |
| Line Voltage Stability | Less than 1 × 10^−7 for ±10% line voltage change |
| External Reference Input Frequency | 1, 2, 5, or 10 MHz |
| External Reference Input Level | 1 V rms to 5 V rms into 1 kΩ |
| Internal Reference Output Frequency | 10 MHz |
| Internal Reference Output Level | > 1.0 V p-p into 50 Ω |
Resolution & Accuracy
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Single-Shot Time Interval Resolution | 2 ns |
| Time Interval Average Resolution | 200 ps (for N >= 100) |
| Least Significant Digit (LSD) | 9 digits per second of gate time |
System & Gate Controls
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Gate Time Range | Continuously adjustable from nominal 1 ms to 99.0 s |
| External Arming | Rear-panel start and/or stop arming controls |
| Math Functions | Offset and Scale |
Connectivity & Remote Interface
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| GPIB (HP-IB) Capability Codes | SH1, AH1, T5, TE0, L4, LE0, SR1, RL1, PP0, DC1, DT1, C0, E1 |
| Trigger Level Output Ports | Rear panel DC outputs for Channel A and Channel B monitoring |
Environmental & Compliance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature Range | −40 to 75 °C |
Options & Accessories
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Option 010 | High Stability Oven Timebase (aging rate < 5 × 10^−10 per day) |
| Option 020 | DC Digital Voltmeter (DVM) |
| Option 030 | 1.3 GHz Channel C Input |
| Option 060 | Rear Panel Inputs (moves A, B, and C to rear panel) |
Input Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Input Capacitance (Channel A/B) | < 35 pF |
| Input Configurations | Separate or Common A |
Triggering
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Auto Trigger Frequency Range | 100 Hz to 100 MHz |
| Auto Trigger Minimum Amplitude | 100 mV rms |
| Trigger Level Accuracy (x1 Attenuation) | ±15 mV ± 3.5% of trigger level setting |
| Trigger Level Accuracy (x10 Attenuation) | ±150 mV ± 3.5% of trigger level setting |
External Arming
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| External Arming Input Impedance | 1 kΩ nominal |
| External Arming Minimum Pulse Width | 15 ns |
| External Arming Setup Time | 20 ns |
Rear Panel Outputs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Gate Output Port | Rear panel BNC, TTL levels |
Power Requirements
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Consumption | 70 VA maximum |
| Line Frequency | 48 Hz to 66 Hz |
Option 020 (Digital Voltmeter)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| DVM Input Impedance (Option 020) | 10 M̤ |
| DVM Voltage Ranges (Option 020) | ±10 V, ±100 V, ±1000 V |
Option 010 High-Stability Oven Timebase
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Option 010 Oven Timebase Aging Rate Per Day | < 5 x 10^-10 per day after 24 hours of continuous operation |
| Option 010 Oven Timebase Temperature Stability | < 7 x 10^-9 (0 °C to 50 °C) |
| Option 010 Oven Timebase Warm-up Time | Within 5 x 10^-9 of final value in 20 minutes |
Option 020 Digital Voltmeter
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Option 020 DVM Accuracy (10 V & 100 V Ranges) | ±(0.045% of reading + 0.015% of range) |
| Option 020 DVM Accuracy (1000 V Range) | ±(0.06% of reading + 0.015% of range) |
| Option 020 DVM Maximum Input Voltage | ±1000 V (DC + Peak AC) on any range |
| Option 020 DVM Resolution | 4.5 digits |
| Option 020 DVM Input Connectors | Dual banana jacks (front panel) |
HP-IB Interface
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| HP-IB Max Data Output Rate | Up to 140 readings per second (Fast Mode) |
Measurement Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Phase Measurement Frequency Range | 1 Hz to 1 MHz |
| Phase Measurement Resolution | 0.1° |
| Duty Cycle Measurement Frequency Range | 1 Hz to 100 MHz |
| Duty Cycle Measurement Range | 1% to 99% |
| Rise/Fall Time Measurement Range | 15 ns to 100 ms |
| Rise/Fall Time Minimum Pulse Amplitude | 100 mV pk-pk |
Environmental & Reliability
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Humidity Range | Up to 95% RH at 40 °C (non-condensing) |
| Operating Altitude | Up to 4,600 m (15,000 ft) |
| Storage Altitude | Up to 15,240 m (50,000 ft) |
Physical Options
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Option 908 Rack Mount Kit | Rack mount flange kit |
| Option 913 Rack Mount Kit with Handles | Rack mount flange kit with handles |
Technology
Universal Counter/Timer
Applications
Precision frequency, period, time interval, and rise/fall time measurements