The Keysight (Agilent) E8247C-520 is a high-performance continuous wave (CW) signal generator operating from 250 kHz to 20 GHz. Part of the PSG family, it is designed for demanding test and measurement applications such as local oscillator (LO) substitution, low-jitter clock substitution, and interference signal generation. It offers premium phase noise and level accuracy, and features advanced sweep capabilities for automated testing.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | GPIB (IEEE-488.2), RS-232, 10Base-T LAN |
| Display | LCD |
| System Compatibility | Agilent 8757D Scalar Network Analyzer |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 100-120 VAC 50/60/400 Hz; 220-240 VAC 50/60 Hz; 500 W max |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 55 |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 178 × 426 × 515 |
| Weight | 22 |
Frequency Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 250 kHz to 20 GHz |
| Frequency Resolution | 0.001 Hz |
| Internal Reference Frequency | 10 MHz |
| External Reference Input Frequency Range | 1, 2, 2.5, 5, 10 MHz |
Amplitude Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Output Impedance | 50 Ω nominal |
Sweep Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Sweep Types | Step, List, Ramp |
Connectivity and Interfaces
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| RF Output Connector Type | 3.5 mm (m) |
| 10 MHz Reference Input | BNC (f) |
| 10 MHz Reference Output | BNC (f) |
| Remote Control Interfaces | GPIB, RS-232, 10Base-T LAN |
Output Power
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Minimum Leveled Output Power | -20 dBm (standard) / -135 dBm (with Option 1E1 Step Attenuator) |
| Power Level Resolution | 0.01 dB |
| Maximum Leveled Output Power (250 kHz to 3.2 GHz) | +11 dBm (Standard) / +15 dBm (Option 1EA) |
| Maximum Leveled Output Power (3.2 GHz to 20 GHz) | +13 dBm (Standard) / +16 dBm (Option 1EA) |
| Absolute Level Accuracy (250 kHz to 2 GHz, >-70 dBm) | ±0.6 dB |
| Absolute Level Accuracy (2 GHz to 20 GHz, >-70 dBm) | ±0.8 dB |
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Switching Speed | < 15 ms (typical) |
| Phase Offset Resolution | 0.1° |
Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | -40 to 71 °C |
Spectral Purity
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Harmonics (250 kHz to 2 GHz, <+10 dBm) | <-30 dBc |
| Harmonics (2 GHz to 20 GHz, <+10 dBm) | <-55 dBc |
| Sub-harmonics (10 GHz to 20 GHz) | <-50 dBc |
| Non-harmonics / Spurious (250 kHz to 2 GHz, >10 kHz offset) | <-65 dBc |
| Non-harmonics / Spurious (2 GHz to 20 GHz, >10 kHz offset) | <-58 dBc |
Technology
RF & Microwave
Applications
Signal Generation, LO Substitution, Clock Substitution, Component Test