HP / Agilent 83640L Synthesized Swept-CW Generator, 10 MHz to 40 GHz,+10 dBm calibrated

HP / Agilent RF Signal Sources. Frequency range: 10 MHz to 40 GHz, Resolution: 1 kHz standard (Option 008 provides 1 Hz resolutio, Resolution: 0.02 dB.

Model
HP / Agilent 83640L
Calibration
Available on request
Price
$17,638
Status
In stock
RFQ ref
83640L
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This unit

The HP/Agilent 83640L Synthesized Swept-CW Generator delivers precise signal generation from 10 MHz to 40 GHz with +10 dBm calibrated output power. This instrument integrates synthesized frequency accuracy with swept-oscillator flexibility, enabling applications from component characterization to system validation across R&D, manufacturing, and field service environments.

Technical Specifications Frequency Performance

Frequency range: 10 MHz to 40 GHz

Frequency resolution: 1 kHz standard (Option 008 provides 1 Hz resolution)

Internal 10 MHz time base with aging rate <5 × 10⁻⁷ per day and 1 × 10⁻⁶ per year after 30-day warm-up Output Power

Calibrated output power: +10 dBm

Maximum leveled output: +10 dBm below 26.5 GHz; +6 dBm above 26.5 GHz

Minimum settable output: -20 dBm (standard) or -110 dBm with Option 001 Step Attenuator

Output power resolution: 0.02 dB

Temperature stability: 0.01 dB/°C typical Spectral Purity

Harmonics: ≥50 dBc (2.0–26.5 GHz); ≥40 dBc (26.5–40.0 GHz)

Non-harmonic spurious signals: -60 dBc to -52 dBc depending on frequency band

SSB phase noise ranges from -70 dBc/Hz at 100 Hz offset (10 MHz–7 GHz) to -52 dBc/Hz at 100 Hz offset (38–50 GHz)

Key Features

1 kHz frequency resolution supports precise tuning and narrow-band measurements

Settable power range from -20 dBm to +10 dBm accommodates diverse load impedances

Low phase noise across all frequency bands enables sensitive receiver testing

CW, step, list, manual sweep, and ramp sweep operating modes

Optional Step Attenuator extends dynamic range to -110 dBm

Typical Applications

Receiver sensitivity and selectivity measurements

Transmitter power and spurious emission testing

Filter and amplifier characterization

Radar and microwave subsystem validation

Component evaluation in the 10 MHz to 40 GHz band

Specifications

ParameterValue
Frequency Range10 MHz to 40 GHz | Power Range (dBm): '-20 dBm to +10 dBm (standard)

HP / Agilent 83640L — Repair & Calibration Service

Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the HP / Agilent 83640L. 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.

Standard Cal
$450
Pass/fail cert + NIST sticker
Cal with Data
$650
Full NIST cert with measured values

Common HP / Agilent 83640L 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 83640L price

This HP / Agilent 83640L is listed at $17,638. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.

HP / Agilent 83640L calibration cost

NIST-traceable calibration for the HP / Agilent 83640L 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 →

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