HP / Agilent 8350B Sweep Oscillator Mainframe for 83500 series plug-in functions
HP / Agilent RF Signal Sources. Resolution: 0.1% of selected sweep width (980 discrete points).
- Model
- HP / Agilent 8350B
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $950
- Status
- In stock
- RFQ ref
- 8350B
This unit
The HP/Agilent 8350B Sweep Oscillator Mainframe is a microprocessor-controlled RF and microwave signal source accepting 83500 series plug-in modules (and 86200 series with adapter) to generate swept or continuous wave (CW) frequency signals across diverse frequency ranges. The mainframe delivers direct-coupled sawtooth sweep outputs from 0 to approximately +10 V concurrent with swept RF output, with sweep times continuously adjustable from 10 ms to 100 seconds. It supports multiple sweep modes - internal, line-triggered, external trigger, and single - plus manual frequency adjustment with 980-point resolution across the selected sweep width. Full HP-IB (IEEE-488) programmability enables automated test environments, while nonvolatile memory retains instrument state, HP-IB address, and up to nine front-panel settings across power cycles.
Technical Specifications
Operating Temperature: 0°C to +55°C
Power Requirements: 100, 120, 220, or 240 VAC ±10%, 50 to 60 Hz (Option 400: 60 to 400 Hz); approximately 270 VA with RF plug-in unit
Dimensions: 425 mm (W) × 133.3 mm (H) × 422 mm (D)
Net Weight: 16.5 kg (without RF plug-in unit)
Shipping Weight: 22.7 kg (without RF plug-in unit)
Safety Classification: Class I with protective earthing terminal
Key Features
Sweep output: 0 V at sweep start, approximately +10 V at sweep end, independent of sweep width
Manual sweep resolution: 0.1% of selected sweep width (980 discrete points)
External sweep control via 0 to +10 V ramp input
External trigger input: >+2 VDC, >0.5 µs duration, <1 MHz frequency capability
CW and SHIFT CW modes with proportional DC output
Start/Stop frequency selection with STOP ≥ START requirement
Microprocessor control with extensive marker capabilities and digital display
Compatibility & Integration Accepts full range of 83500 series RF plug-in modules and 86200 series modules with adapter. Integrates with network analyzers, counters, and power meters for systematic test configurations.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Voltage / Current Range | 100/120/220/240 VAC ±10% |
HP / Agilent 8350B — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the HP / Agilent 8350B. 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 HP / Agilent 8350B 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.
HP / Agilent 8350B price
This HP / Agilent 8350B is listed at $950.38. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
HP / Agilent 8350B calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the HP / Agilent 8350B 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 →
