Description
The Agilent 8663A Signal Generator is renowned for its exceptional RF performance, making it a highly regarded instrument in the field of RF and microwave testing. This signal generator offers a frequency range from 100 kHz to 2560 MHz, providing precise and stable signal outputs that are essential for accurate testing and measurement. Its low phase noise and wideband frequency modulation capabilities ensure high signal purity, which is critical for applications requiring stringent signal quality. The 8663A also features high output power levels and excellent signal stability, enabling reliable performance in demanding testing environments. With its advanced modulation capabilities, including AM, FM, and pulse modulation, the Agilent 8663A is a versatile tool suitable for a broad range of applications, from communications testing to component characterization. Its robust design and user-friendly interface further enhance its appeal, making it an invaluable asset for engineers and technicians focused on high-frequency signal generation and analysis.
Specifications:
- Frequency Range: Typically covers a wide RF frequency range, e.g., 100 kHz to 3 GHz.
- Frequency Resolution: Offers high-frequency resolution, often within 0.001 Hz or better.
- Frequency Accuracy: High frequency accuracy, typically within a few ppm or Hz.
- Output Power: Adjustable output power levels, often ranging from -127 dBm to +13 dBm or more.
- Output Impedance: Output impedance is matched to 50 ohms for RF compatibility.
- Harmonics and Spurious Signals: Low harmonics and spurious signals, often specified in dBc (decibels relative to the carrier).
- Phase Noise: Low phase noise, specified in dBc/Hz at a specific offset from the carrier frequency.
- Modulation Capabilities: Supports various modulation types (AM, FM, PM, etc.) with adjustable modulation depth and frequency.
- Spectral Purity: Low total harmonic distortion (THD) and minimal non-harmonic spurious emissions.
- Modulation and Sweep: Offers frequency and amplitude sweeping capabilities, list mode, and internal/external modulation sources.
- User Interface: User-friendly interface with digital display, keypad, and control options.
- Connectivity: Multiple connectivity options, including GPIB (IEEE-488), LAN, USB, and more for remote control and integration into test systems.
Agilent 8663A also available with the following specs and models:
- Synthesized Signal Generator – 0.1-2560MHz
- 8663AR Synthesized Signal Generator – 0.1-2560MHz
Laboratory Calibration
Micro Precision operates 36 laboratories globally providing reliable localized support
- Certified metrologists staffing laboratories in North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East
- Comprehensive scopes of accreditation to meet a broad range of customer needs
- Expedited calibration services available
- Pickup and delivery services available
- Environmentally controlled facilities to ensure high quality and accurate calibrations and measurements.
Laboratory Calibration
Micro Precision operates 36 laboratories globally providing reliable localized support
- Certified metrologists staffing laboratories in North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East
- Comprehensive scopes of accreditation to meet a broad range of customer needs
- Expedited calibration services available
- Pickup and delivery services available
- Environmentally controlled facilities to ensure high quality and accurate calibrations and measurements.
Quality Certified Test Equipment Repair Services
When a piece of equipment fails you have the option to repair or replace that item. Oftentimes repair is an economical and efficient solution. Micro Precision’s repair offering provides advantages to our customers:
- Cost effective; often less than OEM
- Efficient; often much better turn-time than the OEM
- Flexibility; willingness to work with customers to meet their needs
- Warranted repairs
- Ability to service many obsolete instruments
Quality Certified Test Equipment Repair Services
When a piece of equipment fails you have the option to repair or replace that item. Oftentimes repair is an economical and efficient solution. Micro Precision’s repair offering provides advantages to our customers:
- Cost effective; often less than OEM
- Efficient; often much better turn-time than the OEM
- Flexibility; willingness to work with customers to meet their needs
- Warranted repairs
- Ability to service many obsolete instruments
Cost Effective Test Equipment Options
From the leasing of specialized electronic equipment for a specific task, to the purchase of physical and dimensional tools, we offer leasing services as well as used test equipment sales. We also locate hard-to-find electronics, and provide flexible options to meet ever-changing equipment needs.
Cost Effective Test Equipment Options
From the leasing of specialized electronic equipment for a specific task, to the purchase of physical and dimensional tools, we offer leasing services as well as used test equipment sales. We also locate hard-to-find electronics, and provide flexible options to meet ever-changing equipment needs.
Our Capabilities
Micro Precision can perform instrument calibration services on equipment from variety of applications for specific industries and lines of business. If you have a calibration need that is not listed in this area, please contact us.
Electrical
Micro Precision accredited electrical calibration lab services with multimeter, multifunction calibrator, oscilloscope, and power supply capabilities.
Optical
Micro Precision accredited optical, light, and fiber optic calibration lab services.
Thermodynamics & Chemical
Micro Precision accredited thermodynamic & chemical calibration lab services with temperature, humidity, life science, and pharma capabilities.
RF - Microwave
Micro Precision accredited RF & microwave calibration lab services.
Mechanical & Dimensional
Micro Precision accredited mechanical and dimensional calibration lab services with pressure, torque, force, flow, velocity, and aircraft jack load capabilities.
Laboratory Standards
Calibration laboratory standards are critical for your organization’s most accurate measurements.
Semiconductor Calibration
Micro Precision utilizes state-of-the-art technology to analyze semiconductor wafer thickness and step height.



