Anritsu 68177B Synthesized Sweep Generator, 0.01 to 50 GHz
Anritsu 68177B,Provides sweeping capabilities from 0.01 to 50 GHz, with precise signal control and superior output consistency. Ideal for testing radar, telecom, and satellite communication equipment, with broad frequency support and analog modulation options.
- Model
- Anritsu 68177B
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $16,779
- Status
- In stock
- RFQ ref
- 68177B
This unit
The Anritsu 68177B is a synthesized sweep generator delivering phase-locked signal generation across 0.01 to 50 GHz, with waveguide extensions supporting operation to 110 GHz. Built for precision testing in radar, telecommunications, and satellite systems, it combines ultra-low SSB phase noise of –100 dBc at 10 kHz offset from 10 GHz with flexible sweep architectures - analog, step, manual, and alternate modes - each maintaining phase lock across the swept range.
Technical Specifications
Frequency Range & Output- 0.01 to 50 GHz (coaxial output); waveguide extensions to 110 GHz
- Maximum output power: +17 dBm
- Minimum output power: -125 dBm or -15 dBm
- Power resolution: 0.01 dB
- Output level switching time: < 15 ms + 1 ms/GHz step, < 40 ms typical maximum Phase Noise Performance
- SSB phase noise: –100 dBc at 10 kHz offset from 10 GHz
- Single-sideband noise floor: -96 dBc/Hz to -54 dBc/Hz
- Signal purity: -40 dBc harmonics and non-harmonics Sweep Modes
- Analog sweep: 1 kHz minimum width (0.1 Hz with Option 11) to full range, phase-locked throughout
- Step sweep: 1 to 10,000 steps with 1 kHz to full-range step size; dwell time 1 ms to 99 seconds per step
- Manual sweep: Phase-locked stepped adjustment between user-defined limits
- Alternate sweep: Dual-range operation with independent power level assignment
- Programmable frequency agility: Up to 1000 non-sequential GPIB-addressed frequencies Modulation Capabilities
- Internal AM, FM, phase, and pulse modulation
- Seven internal waveforms including Gaussian noise and arbitrary user-defined signals
- Complex modulation via user download
- Pulse modulation supports doublet, triplet, and quadruplet configurations for RADAR testing
- Synchronized simultaneous modulation for multi-parameter signal synthesis
Key Features
- Phase-locked operation across all sweep modes ensures frequency stability and repeatability
- Flexible step configuration from 1 to 10,000 steps with variable dwell timing
- Programmable frequency agility via GPIB for rapid, non-sequential frequency selection
- Pulse modulation optimized for radar blind spot characterization
- User-definable arbitrary waveforms for custom modulation scenarios
Typical Applications
- Radar and electronic warfare system testing
- Telecommunications and satellite communication equipment validation
- RF component characterization and analysis
- Automatic test equipment (ATE) signal sourcing
- Signal simulation for system-level evaluation
Compatibility & Integration GPIB control enables remote frequency sequencing and modulation parameter adjustment. Volatile memory storage supports rapid switching between stored frequency sequences without recompilation.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 0.01 to 50 GHz (coaxial) |
| waveguide extensions to 110 GHz | Power Range (dBm) | '-125 dBm to +17 dBm |
Anritsu 68177B — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the Anritsu 68177B. 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 68177B 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 68177B price
This Anritsu 68177B is listed at $16,779. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
Anritsu 68177B calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the Anritsu 68177B 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 →
