Anritsu 68285B Synthesized Signal Generator, 0.5 – 60.0 GHz
Anritsu 68285B,A versatile synthesized signal generator operating up to 60 GHz. Offers low phase noise, wide dynamic range, and support for analog modulation. Built for precise RF performance, it's a strong fit for high-frequency test applications in aerospace, defense, and wireless communications sectors.
- Model
- Anritsu 68285B
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $28,579
- Status
- In stock
- RFQ ref
- 68285B
This unit
The Anritsu 68285B is a synthesized signal generator delivering precise RF performance across 0.5 to 60.0 GHz. Built for demanding test environments, it combines low phase noise with wide dynamic range and analog modulation support. Fast switching times - under 1 ms for power-only changes and under 20 ms with attenuator shifts - enable rapid measurement sequences.
Flexible sweep modes (step, manual, and analog) with phase-locked frequency steps from 1 kHz (0.1 Hz with Option 11) to full range support complex signal profiling. Step sweep accommodates 1 to 10,000 steps with dwell times from 1 ms to 99 seconds. Sweep switching completes in <15 ms + 1 ms per GHz step size or 130 dB with attenuator engaged.
Technical Specifications
- Frequency Range: 0.5 to 60.0 GHz
- Minimum Settable Power: -105 dBm (typical -110 dBm with Option 15B)
- Unleveled Output Power Range: >40 dB below maximum (without attenuator); >130 dB below maximum (with attenuator)
- Power Switching Time: <1 ms without attenuator change; <20 ms with attenuator change
- Sweep Step Size: 1 kHz to full range (0.1 Hz with Option 11)
- Step Sweep Range: 1 to 10,000 steps
- Dwell Time per Step: 1 ms to 99 seconds
- Sweep Switching Time: <15 ms + 1 ms/GHz step size, or <40 ms maximum
- Modulation: Analog modulation (AM, FM, Phase, Pulse)
- Interfaces: GPIB, SCPI
Key Features
- Phase-locked frequency steps across full 0.5–60.0 GHz range
- Alternate sweep mode with frequency and power level independence
- Manual sweep with user-selectable step count or step size
- Unleveled dynamic range exceeding 130 dB with step attenuator
Typical Applications
- Aerospace and defense RF testing
- Wireless communications device characterization
- High-frequency component validation
Compatibility & Integration GPIB and SCPI command interfaces enable integration into automated test systems. Rack mounting available with Option 1.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 0.5 to 60.0 GHz | Power Range (dBm): '-105 dBm to >40 dB below maximum power |
Anritsu 68285B — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the Anritsu 68285B. 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 68285B 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 68285B price
This Anritsu 68285B is listed at $28,579. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
Anritsu 68285B calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the Anritsu 68285B 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 →
