Waveform and Function Generators Catalog

The Keysight Waveform and Function Generators Catalog provides a comprehensive overview of instruments designed for waveform creation, complex signal generation, device characterization, and advanced research applications. Organized into Essential, Advanced, and Expert performance grades, the catalog covers three capability classes that span bandwidths from 20 MHz to 120 MHz and maximum sampling rates from 160 MSa/s to 1 GSa/s. It includes general purpose benchtop waveform and function generators for everyday debugging, high performance benchtop models for complex simulation and device characterization, modular arbitrary waveform generators for scalable high density applications, and high speed pulse generators for timing critical digital and mixed signal testing. These instruments support applications in commercial electronics, education labs, wireless communications, radar systems, high speed digital test, automotive electronics, aerospace and defense systems, and next generation research.
 

Explore the three benchtop waveform and function generator performance grades:

• Essential waveform and function generators come in the WG1-class, which include the EDU33210 Series. They provide 20 MHz bandwidth, 250 MSa/s sampling rate, and one or two channels. They support arbitrary waveforms, include 17 built in waveforms such as sine, square, ramp, pulse, exponential, Gaussian, and Lorentz shapes, and offer six built in modulation types including AM, FM, PM, FSK, BPSK, and PWM. With a large 7 inch color display, intuitive interface, remote connectivity through USB and LAN, and built in trend and statistics charting, WG1 generators are ideal for teaching labs, general purpose troubleshooting, and simulating communication protocols such as RFID, DVB S, and Zigbee.
  
  
• Advanced waveform and function generators come in the WG2-class which includes the 33500 Series and support bandwidths from 20 MHz to 100 MHz with sampling rates from 160 MSa/s to 320 MSa/s. They provide ultra-low jitter, <0.04 percent total harmonic distortion, and precise signal integrity suitable for multitone communication signals, radar pulse modulation, and frequency hopping waveforms. WG2 class models support waveform summing for dual tone generation, variable bandwidth noise creation, flexible pulse generation with precise parameter control, and clean reproduction of complex signals required in RF systems, wireless communications, and digital signal environments. They also support remote connectivity through USB, LAN, and GPIB.
  
  
• Expert waveform and function generators come in the WG3-class which includes the 33600 Series and delivers the highest performance with bandwidths from 80 MHz to 120 MHz and sampling rates from 660 MSa/s to 1 GSa per second. They offer deep memory up to 64 MSa/channel for long arbitrary waveforms, fast rise times, enhanced triggering with delay, holdoff, burst mode, and gated output, and precise synchronization with system events. WG3 generators are ideal for mission critical testing, including automotive electronic control units, IoT device validation, high resolution sensor simulation, radar systems, and advanced aerospace and defense applications. Their high bandwidth and fast sampling capability support accurate reconstruction of complex waveforms required in communications, radar, and high-speed digital tests.
   

Modular arbitrary waveform generators deliver scalable, high-density signal generation. Modular AWGs support bandwidths from 200 MHz up to 80 GHz, sampling rates from 500 MSa/s to 256 GSa/s, and one to eight channels. PXIe AWGs enable high density, synchronized multichannel systems in compact chassis for manufacturing tests and automated environments. AXIe AWGs support ultra-high sampling rates, exceptional waveform fidelity, and wide bandwidth for next generation wireless, optical, and terabit transmission research. Modular AWGs support advanced sequencing, dynamic waveform playback, channel synchronization, and software tools for generating complex communication signals including 5G, 6G, Wi Fi 6 and 7, and wideband radar waveforms.
 

Pulse generators provide precision timing and pattern generation. PW1-class pulse generators, including the 81100A Series, support bandwidths from 240 MHz up to 3.35 GHz and one or two channels. They generate accurate and configurable pulse signals with programmable timing, amplitude, and edge transitions and deliver picosecond level jitter performance suitable for characterizing high speed serial links, clock circuits, and timing critical mixed signal devices. These generators support internal and external triggering, gated and burst modes, programmable trigger delay, and remote programmability through USB, LAN, and GPIB for integration with automated test systems.
 

Software and accessories expand waveform generation, analysis, and automation capabilities. Keysight waveform and function generator software enables waveform creation, signal analysis, instrument control, data logging, compliance testing, electrical receiver test for IEEE and OIF CEI standards, WLAN 802.11 signal generation, pulse building, and MIPI and HDMI receiver compliance. Accessories include cables, connectivity kits, rack mount kits, chassis, stacking kits, and transit cases to support measurement accuracy and system integration.
 

Keysight Support Services ensure measurement accuracy and uptime through calibration services, technical assistance, and KeysightCare support plans with prioritized response and turnaround times. High performance instruments include one year of KeysightCare Assured, enabling engineers to maintain consistent performance and maximize productivity across demanding test applications.
 

Overall, the Waveform and Function Generators Catalog serves as a guide to selecting Essential, Advanced, Expert, modular AWGs, and PW1 pulse generators for applications across electronics design, wireless communications, high speed digital test, radar simulation, automotive electronics, and research. With broad performance grades, modular options, deep waveform generation tools, and advanced analysis software, Keysight waveform generators support engineers building, validating, and characterizing next generation systems.