Aeroflex FS5000B 20.00GHz Signal Generator
Aeroflex RF Signal Sources. Frequency Range: 300 MHz to 26.5 GHz, Resolution: 1.0 MHz.
- Model
- Aeroflex FS5000B
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $10,530
- Status
- In stock
- RFQ ref
- FS5000B
This unit
The Aeroflex FS5000B is a frequency synthesizer delivering fast switching speeds and high spectral purity across 300 MHz to 26.5 GHz. Purpose-built for aerospace, defense, and telecommunications environments, it excels at receiver testing, complex signal simulation, and equipment calibration. Modular construction with blind-mate GPO connectors and proven vibration tolerance enable reliable operation in airborne platforms.
Technical Specifications
Frequency Synthesis- Frequency Range: 300 MHz to 26.5 GHz
- Frequency Resolution: 1.0 MHz
- Frequency Switching Time: Less than 200 nanoseconds across entire range
- Hop Rate: Faster than 1 megahop/sec
- Reference Input: Locks to standard 10 MHz reference Output Characteristics
- Output Amplitude: +10 dBm ±2 dB into 50 Ohm impedance
- Amplitude Leveling: Supported Modulation Capabilities
- Standard Modulations: AM, FM, Pulse
- Advanced Modulations: FM Chirp, Pulse Spectral Purity
- Phase Noise: -120 dBc at 10 kHz offset (X-band)
- Spurious Signals: Better than -70 dBc (X-band)
- Harmonics: Suppressed to better than -50 dBc (X-band)
Key Features
- Sub-microsecond frequency switching supports rapid frequency agility in signal simulation
- Keyboard front-panel control with GPIB and parallel BCD remote programming interfaces
- Full-rack chassis design with modular construction
- Integrated amplitude leveling maintains signal consistency across frequency transitions
Typical Applications
- Receiver sensitivity and selectivity testing
- Complex signal environment simulation
- Frequency-dependent equipment calibration
- Airborne platform integration
Compatibility & Integration Remote operation via GPIB and parallel BCD interfaces enables system integration. Standard 10 MHz reference input allows phase-coherent operation with external frequency standards.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 300 MHz to 26.5 GHz | Power Range (dBm): '+10 dBm ±2 dB |
Aeroflex FS5000B — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the Aeroflex FS5000B. 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 Aeroflex FS5000B 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.
Aeroflex FS5000B price
This Aeroflex FS5000B is listed at $10,530. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
Aeroflex FS5000B calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the Aeroflex FS5000B 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 →
