Agilent / Keysight 8340A Synthesized Sweeper, 10 MHz – 26.5 GHz
Agilent / Keysight 8340A,"Provides frequency-synthesized output from 10 MHz to 26.5 GHz with precise frequency control and low harmonic distortion. Enables versatile signal generation for RF and microwave component testing. Common in systems requiring consistent performance across a broad frequency range, including communication equipment and microwave subsystem development."
- Model
- Agilent / Keysight 8340A
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $5,162
- Status
- In stock
- RFQ ref
- 8340A
This unit
The Agilent/Keysight 8340A is a synthesized sweeper delivering precise RF and microwave signal generation from 10 MHz to 26.5 GHz. This instrument combines synthesizer and broadband sweep capabilities, enabling both manual and automatic test system integration. Fast frequency switching, low phase noise, and flexible modulation support make it ideal for communication equipment development and microwave subsystem characterization.
Technical Specifications
Frequency Coverage- Range: 10 MHz to 26.5 GHz
- Start frequency: 10 MHz to 26.4999999 GHz
- Stop frequency: 10.0001 MHz to 26.5 GHz
- Resolution: 1 Hz to 4 Hz (band-dependent) Output Power
- Range: +10 dBm to −110 dBm
- Calibrated across full range Modulation Capabilities
- AM modulation: DC-coupled, 100 kHz 3 dB bandwidth, minimum 90% depth
- Pulse modulation: >80 dB ON/OFF ratio, <25 ns rise and fall times, 100 ns minimum pulse width
- Simultaneous AM and pulse modulation supported Sweep Performance
- Analog sweep: 100 Hz to full frequency range
- Sweep rates: 100 Hz to full range bandwidth
- CW switching time: <50 ms (typical <35 ms); fast phase lock mode reduces to <20 ms typical (11–22 ms range) Signal Quality
- Time base: 10 MHz internal quartz oven
- Residual FM (CW): n × 5 MHz): <n × 25 kHz rms
- Low spurious content and phase noise characteristic
Key Features
- Harmonic multiplication support (multiplication factors 1–4)
- HP-IB remote control interface
- Configurable output (front or rear panel; attenuator options)
- Optional pulse modulation deletion and phase noise relaxation
Typical Applications
- Communication system development and validation
- Microwave component and subsystem testing
- Network analyzer integration and swept-frequency measurement
Compatibility & Integration Direct compatibility with HP 8510, 8756A/57A, 8410, and 8755 network analyzer systems. Rackmount slide kit available. Physical dimensions: 24 × 20 × 16 inches; weight: 50 lbs.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 10 MHz to 26.5 GHz | Power Range (dBm): '+10 dBm to −110 dBm |
Agilent / Keysight 8340A — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the Agilent / Keysight 8340A. 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 Agilent / Keysight 8340A 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.
Agilent / Keysight 8340A price
This Agilent / Keysight 8340A is listed at $5,162.38. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
Agilent / Keysight 8340A calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the Agilent / Keysight 8340A 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 →
