HP / Agilent 83630A Synthesized Sweeper, 10 MHz to 26.5 GHz,: +13.0 dBm
HP / Agilent RF Signal Sources. Frequency Range: 10 MHz to 26.5 GHz, Resolution: 1 kHz standard.
- Model
- HP / Agilent 83630A
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $11,158
- Status
- In stock
- RFQ ref
- 83630A
This unit
The HP/Agilent 83630A is a synthesized sweeper delivering precise RF signal generation from 10 MHz to 26.5 GHz with +13.0 dBm maximum output power. Built for demanding metrology, component characterization, and receiver verification, this instrument combines the frequency stability of a synthesized source with the operational flexibility of a sweep generator. It excels in telecommunications, aerospace, and defense testing environments where phase noise performance and spurious suppression matter.
Technical Specifications
- Frequency Range: 10 MHz to 26.5 GHz
- Maximum Output Power: +13.0 dBm
- Power Sweep Range: −20 dBm to maximum power
- Frequency Resolution: 1 kHz standard; 1 Hz with Option 008
- Phase Noise: −74 dBc/Hz at 26.5 GHz, 10 kHz offset
- Harmonics: ≥50 dB below carrier from 2.0 to 26.5 GHz
- Spurious Signals: <−50 dBc (harmonics) and <−60 dBc (non-harmonics) below 20 GHz
- Frequency Switching Speed: 10 ms typical without attenuator change
- Output Impedance: 50 Ω nominal
- Output Connector: 3.5 mm
- Time Base Aging: 80 dB; rise/fall times <10 ns (Option 006); minimum RF pulse width <50 ns (15 ns with Option 006)
- Amplitude Modulation: Linear mode 100%/V; scan mode 10 dB/V; modulation depth to 99.7% (50 dB)
- Frequency Modulation: Locked mode supports rates to 8 MHz with ±8 MHz maximum deviation
- Sweep Modes: Step, List, Ramp
- User Flatness Correction: Supported
- Internal Modulation Generator (Option 002): AM, FM, sine, square, triangle, ramp, and noise waveforms; sine rates 1 Hz to 1 MHz; other waveforms 1 Hz to 100 kHz
- TTL-Compatible Pulse Input: Modulation interface
Typical Applications Component testing, receiver verification, frequency conversion, and system validation across RF and microwave test environments.
Compatibility & Integration Drives HP 83550 series millimeter-wave modules to extend signal generation to 110 GHz. MATE system support available with Option 700.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 10 MHz to 26.5 GHz | Power Range (dBm): '+13.0 dBm output |
HP / Agilent 83630A — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the HP / Agilent 83630A. 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 83630A 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 83630A price
This HP / Agilent 83630A is listed at $11,158. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
HP / Agilent 83630A calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the HP / Agilent 83630A 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 →
