Anritsu 68165B Synthesized Sweep Generator, 0.5 – 40.0 GHz
Anritsu 68165B,A solid sweep generator operating from 0.5 to 40.0 GHz. Provides clean signal output, accurate frequency coverage, and flexible modulation for precision microwave test scenarios.
- Model
- Anritsu 68165B
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $13,579
- Status
- In stock
- RFQ ref
- 68165B
This unit
The Anritsu 68165B is a microprocessor-controlled synthesized sweep generator delivering precision microwave signal generation across 0.5 to 40.0 GHz. It produces discrete CW frequencies and full-range or narrow-band sweeps with both analog and step-sweep capability, supporting dwell times from 1 ms to 99 seconds and switching times below 15 ms + 1 ms/GHz. The instrument integrates AM, FM, phase modulation, and pulse modulation - including doublet, triplet, and quadruplet pulse modes for radar testing - with seven internal waveforms plus user-defined arbitrary waveforms.
Simultaneous synchronized modulations handle complex signal scenarios. Phase noise reaches –100 dBc at 10 kHz offset from 10 GHz. Output reaches +17 dBm.
Front-panel or GPIB/IEEE-488 remote control enables local operation or integration into automated test systems. Step agility supports up to 1,000 non-sequential stored frequencies, and the optional AM SCAN modulator provides 60 dB modulation depth.
Technical Specifications
- Frequency Range: 0.5 GHz to 40.0 GHz
- Output Level: Up to +17 dBm
- Phase Noise: –100 dBc at 10 kHz offset from 10 GHz (example)
- Sweep Modes: Broad-band, narrow-band, analog, and step sweep (1 to 10,000 steps); step size 1 kHz to full range (0.1 Hz with Option 11); dwell 1 ms to 99 seconds
- Switching Time: <15 ms + 1 ms/GHz or <40 ms maximum (typical)
- Modulation: AM, FM, phase modulation (optional, to 400 radians at 1 MHz), pulse (internal/external), with 7 internal waveforms and arbitrary capabilities
- Frequency Agility: 1,000 stored non-sequential frequencies
Key Features
- Dual-range sweep with alternating mode capability and independent power-level assignment
- Pulse modulation for radar blind-spot testing: doublet, triplet, quadruplet configurations
- Simultaneous synchronized modulations for complex signal synthesis
- Manual sweep mode with phase-locked frequency stepping
- TTL end-of-sweep signaling and auxiliary I/O
Compatibility & Integration
- IEEE-488 GPIB remote control
- Operation manuals available for the 681XXB series
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 0.5 GHz to 40.0 GHz | Power Range (dBm): '+17 dBm |
Anritsu 68165B — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the Anritsu 68165B. 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 68165B 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 68165B price
This Anritsu 68165B is listed at $13,579. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
Anritsu 68165B calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the Anritsu 68165B 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 →
