Agilent / Keysight 8341B Synthesized Sweeper, 10 MHz to 20 GHz
Agilent / Keysight RF Signal Sources. Resolution: 1 Hz (10 MHz to <.
- Model
- Agilent / Keysight 8341B
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $1,840
- Status
- In stock
- RFQ ref
- 8341B
This unit
The Agilent/Keysight 8341B Synthesized Sweeper generates precise RF and microwave signals from 10 MHz to 20 GHz. This discontinued instrument combines synthesizer and broadband sweep oscillator functionality, delivering stable frequency control and integrated modulation for RF component testing, system characterization, and EW receiver validation.
Technical Specifications
Frequency Performance- Operating range: 10 MHz to 20 GHz
- Frequency resolution: 1 Hz (10 MHz to <7.0 GHz); 2 Hz (7.0 to <13.5 GHz); harmonic multiplication (1 to 3) at n × 1 Hz
- CW switching time: <50 msec typical, <35 ms with fast phase-lock (11 to 22 ms)
- Internal 10 MHz time base with aging rate <1 × 10⁻⁹ per day after 72-hour warm-up
- Temperature coefficient: <1 × 10⁻¹⁰ per °C
- Line voltage coefficient: <1 × 10⁻¹¹ per 10% line change Output Specifications
- Amplitude range: +10 dBm to −110 dBm (calibrated); maximum +20 dBm
- Output connector: Type N female, 50 Ω impedance
- Phase noise: −116 dBc/Hz at 10 kHz offset
- Non-harmonics: <−65 dBc at 10 GHz
- Spurious signals: <−70 dBc at 10 GHz
- Harmonics: 80 dB; rise/fall times ≤25 ns; internally leveled minimum ≤100 ns; unleveled minimum typically ≤25 ns
- Amplitude modulation: 3 dB bandwidth DC to 100 kHz; depth 0 to 90%; sensitivity 100%/V
- Frequency modulation: modulation rate 50 kHz to 10 MHz; peak deviation to 10 MHz; selectable sensitivity (1 MHz/V or 10 MHz/V)
- Simultaneous pulse, AM, and FM modulation supported Sweep Operation
- CW or swept modes with analog sweep from 100 Hz sweep frequency
Key Features
- Synthesized architecture ensures frequency accuracy and repeatability
- Fast frequency switching minimizes test cycle times
- Integrated modulation eliminates external signal conditioning for pulse, AM, and FM
- Low phase noise and spurious performance suitable for sensitive receiver testing
- Stable internal reference enables extended measurement sessions without recalibration
Typical Applications
- RF and microwave component characterization
- Electronic warfare receiver testing
- System-level frequency response validation
- Broadband signal generation for filter and amplifier measurements
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 10 MHz to 20 GHz | Power Range (dBm): −110 dBm to +10 dBm |
Agilent / Keysight 8341B — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the Agilent / Keysight 8341B. 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 8341B 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 8341B price
This Agilent / Keysight 8341B is listed at $1,840. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
Agilent / Keysight 8341B calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the Agilent / Keysight 8341B 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 →
