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Keysight compact and portable RF analog signal generators enable you to characterize, and fully stress test your wireless devices. Test devices up to 26 GHz quickly and confidently with exceptional output power range, low phase noise, and fast switching speed.

  • Characterize devices thoroughly with up to +23 dBm output power and -130 dBc / Hz phase noise.
  • Accelerate testing rapid switching speeds down to 20 μs.
  • Generate a stabilized low-phase noise signal with micro-Hz resolution with an oven-controlled crystal oscillator (OCXO).
  • Enhance testing with sweep, trigger functions, and user-programmable external reference frequency.
  • Upgrade your signal generator to a higher frequency or add more capabilities via a license key.
  • Operate easily with optimized user interface, including LCD touch screen and remote desktop software.

Explore the Capabilities of Our Portable Analog Signal Generators

Our portable RF analog signal generators deliver outstanding power range, spectral purity, and switching speed, all in a compact size that fits easily on any bench and can easily be moved around the lab. Watch this video to gain insights into key capabilities and specifications and learn how to use the instrument effectively.

How Portable Signal Generator Spectral Purity Affects Measurements

Signal Generator Spectral Purity

Keysight portable signal generators offer excellent signal purity. Learn more about the definition of signal purity, why it is important for RF applications, and the impact of spectral purity on signal generator measurements.

How Signal Generator Spectral Purity Affects Measurements

Key Specifications

Frequency Range

Up to 26 GHz

Output Power at 1 GHz

Up to +23 dBm

Frequency Switching (typical)

Down to 20 µs

Harmonics at 1 GHz

-30 dBc

Phase Noise at 1 GHz      (20  kHz offset)

-130 dBc / Hz

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AP5001A
AP5001A Analog Signal Generator, 9 kHz to 6.1 GHz 
Starting from  
Frequency: 6.1 GHz
Frequency Switching (Typical): 20 µs
Harmonics @1 GHz: -30 dBc
Output Power @1 GHz: +17 dBm
Phase Noise @1 GHz (20 kHz offset): -130 dBc/Hz
AP5002A
AP5002A Analog Signal Generator, 9 kHz to 26 GHz 
Starting from  
Frequency: 26 GHz
Frequency Switching (Typical): 200 µs
Harmonics @1 GHz: -30 dBc
Output Power @1 GHz: +23 dBm
Phase Noise @1 GHz (20 kHz offset): -130 dBc/Hz
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