Agilent / Keysight 8672A Synthesized Signal Generator
The Agilent/Keysight 8672A is a synthesized signal generator that delivers high-performance and versatile signal generation capabilities. With a wide frequency range, excellent signal purity, and precise control, it is ideal for testing and designing communication systems, radar, and electronic warfare applications.
- Model
- Agilent / Keysight 8672A
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $2,894
- Status
- In stock
- RFQ ref
- 8672A
This unit
The Agilent/Keysight 8672A is a synthesized signal generator delivering precision RF and microwave signals from 2.0 GHz to 18.0 GHz. Built for communication systems testing, radar development, and electronic warfare applications, it combines fast frequency switching with exceptional signal purity and flexible modulation capabilities. Though now obsolete, the 8672A remains a capable platform for specialized test requirements demanding stable, low-noise signal generation across the upper microwave band.
Technical Specifications
Frequency Coverage & Resolution- 2.0 GHz to 18.0 GHz operating range
- 1 kHz resolution (2.0–6.2 GHz)
- 2 kHz resolution (6.2–12.4 GHz)
- 3 kHz resolution (12.4–18.599997 GHz)
- Frequency switching time: <20 ms within specified resolution across all bands Output Power
- Standard: +3 dBm maximum; +8 dBm to -120 dBm calibrated and leveled output
- Option 001: +10 dBm to -10 dBm
- Option 4: +7 dBm to -120 dBm
- Option 5: +9 dBm to -10 dBm
- Option 008: raises maximum to +8 dBm
- Output level flatness: <0.75 dB Signal Quality
- SSB phase noise at 100 kHz offset: -110 dBc/Hz
- Sub-harmonics and multiples (Bands 1–3): <-25 dBc
- Internal residual noise floor: 80 dB ON/OFF ratio, <15 ns rise/fall times Frequency Stability
- Internal 10 MHz crystal reference oscillator
- External 5 or 10 MHz oscillator compatible
- Time base drift: <5 × 10⁻¹⁰ per day Power & Physical
- Input: 100/120/220/240 V AC, ±5%/-10%, 48–66 Hz; max 400 VA
- 425 mm (W) × 133 mm (H) × 603 mm (D); 27 kg net weight
Key Features
- Internal automatic leveling control (ALC) maintains flat output across frequency and level ranges
- External leveling via diode detector or power meter for remote load sensing
- HP-IB remote programming of frequency, level, modulation, and ALC modes
- Meter indication selectable for output level, AM depth, or FM peak deviation
Typical Applications
- Communication system design and validation
- Radar and EW system development
- Microwave component characterization
- Phase noise and spectral purity measurements
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 2.0 GHz to 18.0 GHz | Power Range (dBm): '+8 dBm to -120 dBm | Voltage / Current Range: ±5%/-10%, 100/120/220/240 V AC, 48–66 Hz |
Agilent / Keysight 8672A — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the Agilent / Keysight 8672A. 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 8672A 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 8672A price
This Agilent / Keysight 8672A is listed at $2,894.38. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
Agilent / Keysight 8672A calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the Agilent / Keysight 8672A 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 →
