Anritsu 68187C Synthesized Signal Generator, 10 MHz – 60 GHz
Anritsu 68187C,Generates high-quality signals from 10 MHz to 60 GHz with excellent frequency accuracy and spectral purity. Features fast tuning and extensive modulation capabilities. Ideal for R&D and production testing of microwave components, satellite systems, and advanced wireless technologies.
- Model
- Anritsu 68187C
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $27,579
- Status
- In stock
- RFQ ref
- 68187C
This unit
The Anritsu 68187C is a synthesized signal generator delivering precise RF and microwave signals across 10 MHz to 60 GHz with excellent spectral purity and flexible modulation. It serves R&D, automated test equipment, and advanced wireless system validation - including communications components, electronic warfare, and radar testing.
Technical Specifications
Frequency Range: 10 MHz to 60 GHz standard; optional extension to 0.1 Hz available. Output Power: Guaranteed leveled power to +17 dBm up to 20 GHz. Typical output without attenuator: +15 to +20 dBm. With attenuator: –120 dBm. With electronic attenuator: –140 dBm. Minimum output: –125 dBm. Resolution: 0.01 dB steps. Frequency Resolution: 100.0 mHz standard; optional 0.1 Hz resolution. Phase Noise: Ultra-low SSB phase noise with spurious levels below –60 dBc. Switching Time: Less than 5 ms for steps below 100 MHz; typical maximum 15 ms + 1 ms/GHz step size, or less than 40 ms. Frequency Accuracy: Equivalent to internal or external 10 MHz time base.Key Features Modulation: AM, FM, external FM (locked/unlocked), external AM (log/linear). Seven internal modulation waveforms including Gaussian noise; optional user-defined waveforms. Advanced internal pulse modulation for single and multiple pulses; internal pulse generator for moving target, radar, and fading simulation. Sweep Modes: Digital frequency, digital power, analog, step, manual, list, and alternate sweep (alternates between two ranges with different power levels). Step sweep time variable from 1 ms/step to 99 seconds/step. Fixed rate step sweep: 20 ms/step to 99 seconds/step. CW Mode: Twenty independent presettable frequencies (F0–F9, M0–M9). Master/Slave: Synchronous sweeping of two synthesizers for mixer and frequency converter measurements.
Compatibility & Integration Optional SCPI programmability with free application drivers: IVI-COM and National Instruments LabVIEW. GPIB control standard. Form Factor: Compact 13.3 cm package minimizes rack space.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 10 MHz to 60 GHz (standard) |
| optional extension to 0.1 Hz | Power Range (dBm) | –140 dBm to +20 dBm |
Anritsu 68187C — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the Anritsu 68187C. 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 68187C 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 68187C price
This Anritsu 68187C is listed at $27,579. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
Anritsu 68187C calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the Anritsu 68187C 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 →
