Used AGILENT / HP / HEWLETT-PACKARD / KEYSIGHT E8257D #293817283 for sale

AGILENT / HP / HEWLETT-PACKARD / KEYSIGHT E8257D is a microwave signal generator that is designed for modern day electronic testing and debugging applications. It provides excellent speed, impressive functionalities and a wide range of waveform generation capabilities. The device features an extremely low noise floor of -85 dB, making it extremely suitable for stringent requirements related to accurate measurements. It is a high performance, reliable signal generator. HP E8257D provides an output frequency range from 250 kHz to 43.5 GHz, with a separate high-speed synthesizer for covering the 2-20 GHz range. Its frequency resolution is specified to 0.01 Hz, enabling precise frequency control with maximum stability, and no spurious harmonics. Moreover, the generator employs an innovative carrier-frequency-stabilization technique to assure excellent long term frequency accuracy. Additionally, the frequency pulse modulation allows creating complex waveforms with pulse repetition frequency range between 0.125 Hz to 12 MHz with maximum resolution of 5 kHz. In addition, the device features an integrated pulse modulation interface which enables integration of pulsed waveforms with external control pulses from an RF signal source. Furthermore, the generator offers different types of built-in modulation including amplitude modulation (AM), frequency modulation (FM), phase modulation, and Gaussian Frequency-Shift Keying (GFSK) modulation. It also contains built-in LF, samples memory, kHz and MHz counter. Moreover, the user friendly, versatile design provides access to commonly used settings and functions through the front panel which eliminates the need for any manual adjustment. In terms of specifications, AGILENT E 8257D features a very high power level output of +20 dBm (with 1 dB compression) at 1 to 18 GHz frequencies, and +17 dBm (with 1 dB compression) up to 43.5 GHz frequencies. Moreover, the pulse group delay (PGD) is measured to be within ± 20 µs, and the pulse width range of 10 ns to hundreds of microseconds. The generator also features superior phase noise performance, as it is specified to ≤ -115 dBc/Hz at 1 GHz, and ≤ -133 dBc/Hz at 18 GHz. In conclusion, AGILENT E8257D is a powerful signal generator that is useful for modern day measuring, programming and debugging applications. Its wide frequency range, excellent stability, low noise floor, high power output and various built-in modulation capabilities makes it a suitable choice for any testing requirements. Highly reliable and accurate in performance, the device allows for precise debugging and rapid measurement procedures.