Keysight N5173B EXG microwave analog signal generator is the cost-effective choice when you need to balance budget and performance. It provides the essential signals that address parametric testing of broadband filters, amplifiers, receivers, and more. Perform basic LO up conversion or CW blocking with low-cost coverage to 13, 20, 31.8, or 40 GHz. Characterize broadband microwave components such as filters and amplifiers with the best combination of output power (+20 dBm at 20 GHz), low harmonics (≤ –55 dBc), and full step attenuation. Use as a high-stability system reference with standard high-performance OCXO at an aging rate of less than ± 5 parts per billion per day.
- Balance budget and performance to address parametric testing of microwave components and receivers.
- Address parametric testing of microwave components and receivers.
- Perform LO up conversion for microwave backhaul links or CW blocking for receiver testing.
- Maximize test throughput with 600-µs frequency switching.
- Characterize microwave filters and amplifiers with the best combination of output power, low harmonics, and full-step attenuation.
- Use as a high-stability system reference: the standard high-performance OCXO has an aging rate of 5×10-10 parts / day.
Features and Specifications
- Phase noise (at 1 GHz, 20 kHz offset): -118 dBc / Hz
- SSB phase noise (at 1 GHz; 10 kHz offset): +19 dBm
- Max output power at 20 GHz: +19 dBm
- Frequency switching: 600 µs
- Narrow pulse width: –101 dBc/Hz
- Balance budget and performance to address parametric testing of microwave components and receivers.
- Address parametric testing of microwave components and receivers.
- Perform LO up conversion for microwave backhaul links or CW blocking for receiver testing.
- Characterize microwave filters and amplifiers for the best combination of output power, low harmonic distortion, and full-step attenuation.
- Use as a high-stability system reference: the standard high-performance OCXO has an aging rate of 5×10^-10 parts/day.

The Cost-Effective N5173B EXG
The N5173B EXG microwave analog signal generator is an economical option for striking a balance between cost and performance. It delivers the crucial signals required for parametric testing of a variety of broadband components, including filters, amplifiers, and receivers. It allows for basic LO up conversion or CW blocking. It enables the characterization of broadband microwave components like filters and amplifiers, offering an optimal mix of output power (+20 dBm at 20 GHz), low harmonics (≤ –55 dBc), and full step attenuation. It can also be used as a highly stable system reference with a standard high-performance OCXO, with an aging rate of less than ± 5 parts per billion per day.
Discover The EXG X-Series
The EXG X-Series is cost-effective and optimized for manufacturing tests making it your solution for achieving higher throughput and uptime. It offers analog and vector models that deliver the necessary signals for basic component parametric testing, receiver functional verification, and much more.
Summary of EXG X-Series Key Specifications
- Frequency ranges: 9 kHz to 6 GHz (vector) / 9 kHz to 40 GHz (analog)
- Phase noise at 1 GHz, 20 kHz offset: –122 dBc/Hz
- Spurious at 1 GHz (nonharmonics): –72 dBc
- Output power at 1 GHz: +27 dBm
- ACPR (vector) W-CDMA 64 DPCH: –73 dBc
- EVM (vector) 802.11ac/LTE: 0.4 percent
- Bandwidth (vector): 160 MHz
- Arbitrary waveform memory (vector): 512 MSa
- Modulation Types Available: AM, FM, PM, Pulse
Plus if you’re working with limited space, the EXG is a compact solution at just 2U high. It comes with features like an integrated multi-function generator and a USB power-sensor interface. Upgrades that don’t require additional hardware can be added post-purchase. All application options for Keysight’s EXG X-Series are upgradeable via license key.

Includes:
Options Installed:
- 1E1 115 dB Mechanical Attenuator
- 532 31.8 GHz Frequency Range
- UNT Analog Modulation
- UNW Narrow Pulse Modulation
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