Anritsu 68077B Synthesized CW Generator (10 MHz to 50 GHz)
Anritsu 68077B,Wideband CW generator covering 10 MHz to 50 GHz. Delivers high stability, fast response, and low harmonic distortion, making it ideal for advanced RF and microwave system testing.
- Model
- Anritsu 68077B
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $9,430
- Status
- In stock
- RFQ ref
- 68077B
This unit
The Anritsu 68077B is a synthesized CW generator delivering wideband RF and microwave stimulus from 10 MHz to 50 GHz. Built for local oscillator replacement, CW stimulus, and swept measurements in automated test equipment environments, it combines fast frequency agility with ultra-low phase noise and flexible modulation. The instrument executes phase-locked step sweeps across up to 10,000 steps with switching times under 15 ms plus 1 ms per GHz, or under 5 ms for steps below 100 MHz.
Programmable frequency agility stores up to 1,000 non-sequential frequencies for rapid addressed access. Internal modulation includes AM, FM, phase, and pulse; external FM (locked or unlocked) and AM (log or linear) are also supported.
Technical Specifications
- Frequency Range: 10 MHz to 50 GHz
- Frequency Resolution: 100 mHz (0.1 Hz optional)
- Output Power: +12 dBm maximum; +17 dBm guaranteed leveled to 20 GHz; -120 dBm with attenuator; -140 dBm with electronic attenuator
- SSB Phase Noise: −100 dBc at 10 kHz offset from 10 GHz
- Step Sweep: Up to 10,000 steps; 1 kHz minimum step size
- Dwell Time: 1 ms to 99 seconds per step
- Switching Time: <15 ms + 1 ms/GHz or <40 ms maximum; <5 ms for steps <100 MHz
- Frequency Agility: 1,000 stored non-sequential frequencies
- Physical Footprint: 13.3 cm compact package
Key Features
- Dual sweep modes: CW and step sweep with analog or digital control
- Alternate sweep mode for two ranges with independent power levels
- Modulation: Internal AM, FM, phase, pulse; external FM and AM with multiple modes
- Low spurious signal performance
- Menu-driven front panel control
- SCPI programmability available
Typical Applications
- Local oscillator replacement in receiver and transceiver testing
- CW stimulus for component and subsystem characterization
- Frequency and power sweep measurements in ATE
- Phase-locked frequency agility for rapid multi-point stimulus
Compatibility & Integration Free application drivers include IVICOM and National Instruments LabVIEW support, enabling direct integration into automated test systems and reducing code development time.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 10 MHz to 50 GHz | Power Range (dBm): '-140 dBm to +17 dBm |
Anritsu 68077B — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the Anritsu 68077B. 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 Anritsu 68077B 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.
Anritsu 68077B price
This Anritsu 68077B is listed at $9,430. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
Anritsu 68077B calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the Anritsu 68077B 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 →
