Keysight AP5002A Microwave Analog Signal Generator, 9 kHz to 26 GHz

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Keysight's AP5002A Microwave Analog Signal Generator offers compact, high-performance signal generation for RF and microwave testing. With wide frequency options (up to 26 GHz), best-in-class signal purity (up to -130 dBc/Hz phase noise), and fast frequency switching, it’s ideal for demanding applications in industries like aerospace and defence. The generators support a variety of modulations (AM, FM, PM, pulse) and are available in models with customisable frequency ranges and power outputs.

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The Keysight AP5002A is a compact, portable, and high-performance RF and microwave analogue signal generator designed to meet the most demanding testing requirements in industries like aerospace, defence, and telecommunications. With industry-leading signal purity, frequency range, and switching speed specifications, the AP5002A allows users to efficiently characterise and stress-test devices with confidence.

Key Features:

  • Wide Frequency Range: The AP5002A series offers multiple frequency options, from 9 kHz to 26 GHz, making it versatile for a broad range of RF and microwave applications.
  • Best-in-Class Signal Purity: The OCXO-stabilized design ensures best-in-class phase noise, with performance as low as -130 dBc/Hz at 1 GHz and a 20 kHz offset, ideal for applications requiring exceptionally pure signals.
  • High Output Power: With a wide output power range of -120 dBm to +23 dBm (depending on model and options), the AP5002A provides ample flexibility to power-demanding test scenarios.
  • Fast Frequency Switching: With a switching speed as fast as 300 µs, this generator allows for rapid testing and high throughput, saving you time and boosting efficiency.
  • Comprehensive Modulation Capabilities: Supports AM, FM, PM, pulse, and frequency chirp modulations, offering the flexibility needed for both basic and advanced testing needs.
  • User-Friendly Design: A lightweight, portable form factor (weighing just 2.5 kg) and an intuitive interface with LCD touchscreen and remote desktop software make it easy to use in both controlled and remote testing environments.

Both models offer options for frequency upgrades and additional features such as high output power and step attenuators to enhance testing capabilities.

  • AP5002A Microwave Analog Signal Generator

    • Frequency range: 9 kHz to 12, 20, or 26 GHz
    • Output power: -20 to +15 dBm; with optional step attenuator and high output -120 to +23 dBm

Frequency Parameters / Range

Parameter Min Typical Max Note
Frequency Range
9 kHz    12.0 GHz AP5002A-512
9 kHz    20.0 GHz AP5002A-520
9 kHz    26.0 GHz  AP5002A-526
Resolution    0.001 Hz     
Phase resolution    0.1 deg     
Frequency / Amplitude settling time   200 μs  300 μs  
Internal reference frequency   100 MHz    
Initial accuracy of internal reference      ± 40 ppb calibrated at 23 ± 3 °C at the time of calibration, user adjustable 
Temperature stability
(0 to 50°C)
    ±100 ppb   
Aging 1st year   0.5 ppm    
Aging per day (after 30 days of operations)      5 ppb  
Warm-up time   5 min     
Output of internal reference  10 MHz    100 MHz  Both 10 MHz and 100 MHz reference output are available on the REF OUT port. 
Output power   0 dBm     
Output impedance   50 Ω    
Bypass internal reference input
100 MHz, -5 to +10 dBm High phase synchronous mode 
Phase lock to external reference External input range  1 MHz    250 MHz User programmable
Reference input level -5 dBm 0 dBm +13 dBm  
Lock range      ±1.5 ppm  
Reference input impedance   50 Ω    

 

Level Performance

Parameter Min Typical Max Note
Power Level
Standard -20 dBm   +15 dBm 9 kHz to 26 GHz
With Option 1E1 -120 dBm   +15 dBm 9 kHz to 26 GHz
With Option 1EA -20 dBm   +15 dBm 9 kHz to 100 kHz
-20 dBm   +20 dBm 100 kHz to 10 MHz
-20 dBm   +23 dBm 10 MHz to 7.5 GHz
-20 dBm   +20 dBm 7.5 to 20 GHz
-20 dBm   +18 dBm 20 to 24 GHz
-20 dBm   +14 dBm 24 to 26 GHz
With Option 1E1 and 1EA -120 dBm   +15 dBm 9 kHz to 100 kHz
-120 dBm   +20 dBm 100 kHz to 10 MHz
-120 dBm   +23 dBm 10 MHz to 7.5 GHz
-120 dBm   +20 dBm 7.5 to 20 GHz
-120 dBm   +18 dBm 20 to 24 GHz
-120 dBm   +14 dBm 24 to 26 GHz
Resolution   0.01 dB    
Level uncertainty (ALC on, flatness correction: up to 2,000 points, temperature effects: 0.015 dB/ °C (typical) in range 0 to 45 °C) 
Power range >+15 dBm to Pmax -15 to +15 dBm -70 to -15 dBm <-70 dBm
9 kHz to 10 GHz
±1.6 dB,
±0.8 dB typ.
±1.0 dB,
0.3 dB typ.
±1.5 dB,
±0.4 dB typ.
±1.8 dB, ±0.5 dB typ.
10 GHz to fmax
±1.6 dB,
±0.8 dB typ.
±1.0 dB,
0.3 dB typ.
±1.5 dB,
±0.4 dB typ.
±1.8 dB, ±0.5 dB typ.

 

Reverse Power Protection and VSWR

Parameter Min Typical Max Note
Reverse Power Protection
DC voltage     5 V   
RF power     +27 dBm  
Output impedance   50 Ω    
VSWR   1.5    < 20 GHz
  2.0    > 20 GHz

 

Phase Noise

Parameter Min Typical Max Note
SSB Phase noise
1 GHz, 10 Hz offset   -80 dBc/Hz -77 dBc/Hz  
1 GHz, 20 kHz offset   -130 dBc/Hz -128 dBc/Hz  
1 GHz, 100 kHz offset   -131 dBc/Hz -129 dBc/Hz  
4 GHz, 10 Hz offset   -68 dBc/Hz -65 dBc/Hz  
4 GHz, 20 kHz offset   -118 dBc/Hz -116 dBc/Hz  
4 GHz, 100 kHz offset   -119 dBc/Hz -117 dBc/Hz  
20 GHz, 10 Hz offset   -51 dBc/Hz -48 dBc/Hz  
20 GHz, 20 kHz offset   -104 dBc/Hz -102 dBc/Hz  
20 GHz, 100 kHz offset   -104 dBc/Hz -100 dBc/Hz  
Wideband noise   -150 dBc/Hz    
Amplitude Noise at 10 GHz   -130 dBc/Hz