The Keysight 81105A is a high-performance single-channel pulse/pattern generator output module designed for the 81104A mainframe. Offering variable transition times, wide amplitude support, and complex pattern capabilities, it is ideal for physical layer testing, functional device characterization, and clock generation.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | BNC (Output, Complementary Output) |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | Powered by 81104A mainframe |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C to 55 °C |
Timing and Frequency Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 1 mHz to 80 MHz |
| Clocking Modes | Internal and external clocking |
| Timing Adjustments | Glitch-free timing changes |
| Frequency Generation Mode | Triggerable or internal PLL |
Channel and Configuration Options
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Channels per Module | 1 channel |
| Mainframe Compatibility | Keysight / Agilent 81104A (supports up to 2 modules) |
| Output Coupling | Single ended outputs |
| Analog Channel Addition | Supported (combining outputs from two modules) |
| Source Impedance | 50 Ω |
Pulse Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Amplitude Range | Up to 10 Vpp (into 50 Ω) |
| Transition Time Range | 3 ns to 200 ms (variable) |
Pattern Generation
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Pattern Capabilities | Complex data patterns |
| PRBS Generation | Pseudo Random Binary Sequence (PRBS) generation supported |
Output Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Voltage Window | -10.0 V to +10.0 V (into 50 Ω), -20.0 V to +20.0 V (into open circuit) |
| Resolution of Levels | 10 mV (into 50 Ω), 20 mV (into open circuit) |
| Overshoot and Ringing | < 5% of amplitude ± 0.1 V |
| Output Connector | BNC female |
Timing Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Pulse Width Range | 3.3 ns to 999.9 s |
| Delay Range | 0.0 ns to 999.9 s |
| Double Pulse Delay Range | 6.6 ns to 999.9 s |
| Duty Cycle Range | 0.001% to 99.999% |
Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | -40 °C to +70 °C |
| Operating Humidity | 95% R.H. up to 40 °C non-condensing |
Output Levels
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Level Accuracy | ±(3% of amplitude + 100 mV) |
Timing
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Transition Time Accuracy | ±10% ± 200 ps |
| Period Jitter | < 0.01% + 15 ps (RMS) |
| Delay Jitter | < 0.01% + 15 ps (RMS) |
| Width Jitter | < 0.01% + 15 ps (RMS) |
| Phase Parameter Range | -360° to +360° |
| Delay and Width Resolution | 3 digits (best resolution: 10 ps) |
| Transition Time Resolution | 3 digits (best resolution: 100 ps) |
Technology
Pulse and Pattern Generation
Applications
Semiconductor characterization, clock generation, functional electrical testing, and physical layer device testing