Agilent / Keysight 8593E Portable Spectrum Analyzer, 9 kHz to 22 GHz
The Agilent/Keysight 8593E is a portable spectrum analyzer covering a frequency range of 9 kHz to 22 GHz. It offers comprehensive measurement capabilities for signal analysis in various applications. Features include synthesized tuning, marker functions, and a wide dynamic range for accurate signal detection and analysis in the field or lab.
- Model
- HP 8593E
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $3,528
- RFQ ref
- 8593E
This unit
The Agilent/Keysight 8593E is a portable spectrum analyzer covering 9 kHz to 22 GHz, delivering signal analysis across RF, microwave, and digital domains in field and laboratory environments. This instrument combines wide dynamic range, synthesized tuning, and marker functions with a split-screen display for efficient measurement workflows. Amplitude measurement spans -114 dBm to +30 dBm with displayed average noise floor near -115 to -113 dBm, extendable to -130 dBm with Option 130.
Resolution bandwidth ranges from 1 kHz to 3 MHz standard, narrowing to 30 Hz with Option 130 for demanding EMI analysis.
Technical Specifications
- Frequency Range: 9 kHz to 22 GHz standard; up to 26.5 GHz with Option 026 or 027
- Frequency Accuracy: 7.5 ppm standard; improved to ±230 Hz @ 1 GHz or ±2.3 kHz @ 18 GHz with Option 004 Precision Frequency Reference
- Amplitude Range: -114 dBm to +30 dBm; minimum noise floor -114 dBm (1 kHz RBW)
- Resolution Bandwidth: 1 kHz to 3 MHz standard; 30/100/200/300 Hz with Option 130
- Video Bandwidth: 30 Hz to 1 MHz
- Dynamic Range: Second-order 77 dB; third-order 90 dB
- Input Attenuator: 0 to 60 dB in 10 dB steps
- Maximum Continuous Power: +30 dBm (1 W) at ≥10 dB attenuation
- Maximum Peak Pulse Power: +50 dBm (100 W) for <10 µs pulses, <1% duty cycle, ≥30 dB attenuation
- Phase Noise: -105 dBc/Hz @ 30 kHz offset
- Sweep Time: 20 ms to 100 s; fast mode down to 2 microseconds per division (zero span, Option 101)
- Display: Split-screen, 70 dB calibrated onscreen range
Key Features
- Optional tracking generator to 2.9 GHz for scalar and EMC measurements
- Downloadable measurement personalities (Cable TV, component test, EMC, lightwave, wireless)
- Input protection: +50 dBm peak pulse handling; third-order IMD <-70 dBc
- Power consumption <100 watts; operates 0 °C to +55 °C
Typical Applications
- EMI/RFI troubleshooting and compliance testing
- Cable TV and broadcast signal analysis
- Component and wireless device characterization
- Field RF measurements and system commissioning
Compatibility & Integration Measurement personalities loaded via memory card enable application-specific configurations without hardware changes.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 9 kHz to 22 GHz | Power Range (dBm): '-120 dBm to +30 dBm | Voltage / Current Range: 47–63 Hz, 90–132 VAC or 195–264 VAC, typically under 200 VA |
HP 8593E — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the HP 8593E. All calibrations are performed to NIST-traceable standards and ship with a certificate. Turnaround is typically 1–3 business days after receipt.
HP 8593E price
This HP 8593E is listed at $3,527.8. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
HP 8593E calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the HP 8593E is $450 (standard — pass/fail certificate and calibration sticker) or $650 (full measured data at every test point, reference standards documented, traceability chain included). Turnaround is 1 to 3 business days after receipt. See full calibration details →
