HP / Agilent 3336C Synthesis/Level Generator
The HP/Agilent 3336C is a combined synthesized signal generator and level generator, offering precise frequency and amplitude control. It is well-suited for testing and calibrating communication systems and audio equipment. This instrument delivers stable and accurate signals over a broad frequency range.
- Model
- HP / Agilent 3336C
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $886
- Status
- In stock
- RFQ ref
- 3336C
This unit
The HP/Agilent 3336C is a synthesized signal and level generator delivering precise frequency and amplitude control across R&D, production testing, and calibration applications. Built on single-loop, fractional-N synthesis architecture, It has 11 digits of frequency resolution with phase continuity across its entire range. The instrument combines low-noise signal generation with flexible modulation and sweep capabilities, supported by HP-IB control and optional high-stability frequency reference for demanding metrology work.
Technical Specifications Frequency Generation
Range: 10 Hz to 20.999999999 MHz
Resolution: 1 µHz (30 dB or >25 dB (frequency-dependent); (75 Ω): >30 dB Spectral Purity
Harmonic distortion: <−60 dBc (50 Hz–1 MHz); <−50 dBc (to 20 MHz)
Spurious signals: −100 dBm typical
Integrated phase noise: −54 dB (30 kHz band, 20 MHz carrier, excluding 1 Hz about carrier) Modulation
AM: 0–100% depth, 50 Hz–50 kHz modulation frequency, 1.2 V into 50 Ω)
REF OUT: 0 dBm, 1 MHz (10 MHz temperature-stabilized crystal oscillator)
AUX output: 0 dBm, 21–60.999999999 MHz
External leveling input for remote amplitude control
HP-IB (IEEE 488-1975) standard interface
Typical Applications Radio frequency calibration, audio equipment testing, communication system validation, R&D signal characterization, production test automation.
Physical & Environmental 132.6 mm (H) × 425.5 mm (W) × 497.8 mm (D); 10 kg net. Operating temperature: 0–55°C.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 10 Hz to 20.999999999 MHz | Power Range (dBm): −71.23 dBm to +8.76 dBm (50 Ω) |
HP / Agilent 3336C — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the HP / Agilent 3336C. Calibration covers output frequency accuracy, output power level accuracy across the full frequency range, AM/FM/PM/pulse modulation accuracy, harmonic and spurious output levels, and phase noise floor verification. All calibrations ship with a NIST-traceable certificate. Turnaround is typically 1–3 business days after receipt.
Common HP / Agilent 3336C faults: YIG oscillator failure (no output or loss of lock), step attenuator wear (output drops or steps at set attenuation), ALC loop failure (uncontrolled output power), I/Q modulator assembly failure. HP/Agilent 836xx series most common faults are YIG oscillator failure and step attenuator contact wear causing output steps or drops at specific attenuation settings. Keysight E4428C/E4438C units most commonly develop ALC loop failure and I/Q modulator assembly faults. YIG oscillator replacement and attenuator service are stocked repairs.
HP / Agilent 3336C price
This HP / Agilent 3336C is listed at $885.58. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
HP / Agilent 3336C calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the HP / Agilent 3336C is $450 (standard — pass/fail certificate and calibration sticker) or $650 (full measured data at every test point, reference standards documented, traceability chain included). Calibration for this instrument covers output frequency accuracy, output power level accuracy across the full frequency range, AM/FM/PM/pulse modulation accuracy, harmonic and spurious output levels, and phase noise floor verification. Turnaround is 1 to 3 business days after receipt. See full calibration details →
