Signal Generator 500 MHz to 40 GHz with +20 dBm Output Power
A USB-controlled signal generator operating from 500 MHz to 40 GHz with +20 dBm output power addresses the growing demand for laboratory-grade RF instrumentation spanning sub-gigahertz frequencies through millimeter-wave bands. This instrument bridges the gap between benchtop performance and field deployment requirements, offering the frequency coverage and output capabilities essential for modern wireless and microwave applications.
Technical Specifications
- Frequency Range: 500 MHz to 40 GHz
- Output Power: +20 dBm with 50 dB attenuation control range
- Frequency Resolution: 100 Hz for precise signal tuning
- Control Interface: USB and Ethernet connectivity
- Reference Clock: Internal and external 10 MHz reference support
- Modulation: Pulse modulation capabilities for dynamic test scenarios
- Physical Form Factor: Single rack-unit compatible design for ATE integration
- Phase Noise: Low-noise solid-state architecture across entire frequency band
Applications
- 5G & Wireless Standards Testing: Support for Wi-Fi 6E, 4G, LTE, and 5G protocol verification
- Local Oscillator Sources: Portable LO generation for field measurements and laboratory characterization
- Automated Test Equipment: Integration into ATE systems via USB or Ethernet control for production test environments
- RF Component Characterization: Mixer, amplifier, and filter testing across extended frequency bands with frequency sweep operations
The instrument provides driver support for LabVIEW, Windows API, Linux, and Python, enabling straightforward integration into existing test frameworks. A graphical user interface simplifies parameter configuration while maintaining support for programmatic control in automated environments.
As a European distributor for precision RF and microwave components, bq-microwave offers this signal generator as a practical solution for laboratories and production facilities requiring dependable signal generation across the 500 MHz to 40 GHz band. For technical specifications or application support, please visit our contact page.