Anritsu 68159B Synthesized Sweep Generator, 0.01 – 65 GHz
Anritsu 68159B,Delivers synthesized sweep signals from 0.01 to 65 GHz with high stability and precise output control. Ideal for testing high-frequency RF systems, components, and signal paths in advanced research and commercial applications.
- Model
- Anritsu 68159B
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $26,930
- Status
- In stock
- RFQ ref
- 68159B
This unit
The Anritsu 68159B is a synthesized sweep generator delivering precise signal generation from 0.01 GHz to 65 GHz. Built for RF system testing, component analysis, and signal path characterization across telecommunications, aerospace, and defense applications, it combines wide frequency coverage with 0.01 Hz resolution and output power spanning -110 dBm to +20 dBm.
Technical Specifications
Frequency & Output- Frequency range: 0.01 GHz to 65 GHz
- Frequency resolution: 0.01 Hz
- Output power range: -110 dBm to +20 dBm
- Maximum output power: +13 dBm
- Power resolution: 0.01 dB
- Output accuracy: 2 dB
- Output impedance: 50 Ohm
- Output level switching time: 20 ms Signal Purity
- SSB phase noise: -96 to -63 dBc/Hz
- Phase noise (typical): -120 dBc/Hz at 10 kHz offset
- Harmonics: -40 dBc
- Non-harmonics: -40 dBc
- Spurious: 80 dB, rise/fall time <10 ns
- User-downloaded complex modulation: Supported
Key Features Sweep Capability
- Sweep modes: Step, analog, power, alternate, and master/slave
- Programmable frequency agility: Up to 1000 non-sequential frequencies via GPIB
- Dwell time per step: 1 ms to 99 seconds
- Sweep width: 1 kHz to full range (0.1 Hz with Option 11)
- Manual sweep with phase-locked frequency adjustment
- Alternate sweep between two ranges with independent power levels Control & Integration
- GPIB, USB, and LAN connectivity
- Fully remote-controllable via IEEE-488 GPIB
- Intuitive user interface for setup and operation
Typical Applications Component characterization, RF filter testing, receiver sensitivity analysis, amplifier gain measurement, and system-level signal path validation in satellite, cellular, and defense systems.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 0.01 GHz to 65 GHz | Power Range (dBm): '-110 dBm to +20 dBm |
Anritsu 68159B — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the Anritsu 68159B. 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 68159B 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 68159B price
This Anritsu 68159B is listed at $26,930. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
Anritsu 68159B calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the Anritsu 68159B 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 →
