The Keysight (Agilent HP) 83630L is a high-performance synthesized swept-CW signal generator covering a frequency range from 10 MHz to 26.5 GHz. Belonging to the renowned 8360L series, it combines the frequency accuracy and spectral purity of a synthesized source with the fast sweep speeds of a traditional analog sweep oscillator, making it ideal for microwave component characterization, local oscillator substitution, and demanding CW applications.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | GPIB (IEEE-488) |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 90 to 132 VAC / 198 to 264 VAC, 48 to 66 Hz, < 400 VA |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 55 °C |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 425 mm × 178 mm × 648 mm |
| Weight | 27 kg |
Frequency Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 10 MHz to 26.5 GHz |
| Internal Reference Frequency | 10 MHz |
Output Power Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Leveled Power | +13 dBm |
| Minimum Leveled Power | -20 dBm (standard) / -110 dBm (with Option 001 step attenuator) |
| Output Impedance | 50 Ω |
Spectral Purity
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| SSB Phase Noise at 10 kHz Offset | <-80 dBc/Hz (@ 10 GHz) |
Sweep Capabilities
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Sweep Range | 10 MHz to 26.5 GHz (or any span within) |
| Number of Points | 2 to 801 (Step Sweep) / up to 801 (List Sweep) |
Front and Rear Panel Interfaces
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| RF Output Connector Type | 3.5 mm (male) |
| RF Output Impedance | 50 Ω |
| Trigger Input Connector | BNC (rear panel) |
| Trigger Output Connector | BNC (rear panel) |
| External ALC Input Connector | BNC (front panel) |
Power and Operating Conditions
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature Range | -40 to +75 °C |
| Relative Humidity Limit | 95% at 40 °C |
| Altitude Limit | 4,600 m (15,000 feet) |
Physical and Regulatory
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Rack Unit Height | 4 U |
| Shipping Weight | 36 kg (80 lb) |
Available Options and Configurations
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Option 001 | Step Attenuator (extends output power range to -110 dBm) |
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| SSB Phase Noise at 100 Hz Offset | <-70 dBc/Hz (at 10 GHz) |
| SSB Phase Noise at 1 kHz Offset | <-78 dBc/Hz (at 10 GHz) |
| SSB Phase Noise at 100 kHz Offset | <-107 dBc/Hz (at 10 GHz) |
| SSB Phase Noise at 1 MHz Offset | <-110 dBc/Hz (at 10 GHz) |
| Sub-harmonics (20 to 26.5 GHz) | <-50 dBc |
| Output SWR (< 2.0 GHz) | < 1.5 |
| Output SWR (2.0 to 20 GHz) | < 2.0 |
| Output SWR (20 to 26.5 GHz) | < 2.0 |
| Power Level Accuracy (10 MHz to 20 GHz) | ±0.9 dB |
| Power Level Accuracy (20 to 26.5 GHz) | ±1.3 dB |
Inputs & Outputs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| 0.5 V/GHz Output Connector | BNC (rear panel), provides 0.5 V/GHz |
| Source Module Interface Connector | Rear panel 20-pin connector for control of HP 83550 series millimeter-wave source modules |
| Z-Axis Blanking / Marker Output Connector | BNC (rear panel), TTL-compatible blanking and marker pulses |
| Stop Sweep Input/Output Connector | BNC (rear panel), TTL levels |
| External ALC Input Impedance | 100 kΩ (nominal) |
| External Reference Input Impedance | 50 Ω (nominal) |
| Internal Reference Output Level | 0 dBm (nominal) |
Power Requirements
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| AC Line Voltage | 90 to 132 Vac (48 to 440 Hz) or 198 to 264 Vac (48 to 66 Hz), automatic selection |
| Power Consumption | 400 VA maximum |
Options
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Option 004 | Rear panel RF output |
| Option 008 | 1 Hz frequency resolution |
Technology
Synthesized Swept-CW
Applications
Microwave Component Testing, Local Oscillator Substitution, RF Receiver Characterization