Overview
The 53100A measures the amplitude, phase and frequency stability of high-performance RF sources. It tells you everything you need to know about the stability characteristics of your devices at time scales ranging from femtoseconds to days. The 53100A can be used on a bench-top or embedded into rack-mount Automated Test Equipment (ATE) systems. Its small form factor and industry-leading measurement speed make it versatile for multiple applications. Discover more below.
Videos
Explore Phase Noise with the 53100A: Your Ultimate Introduction
Whether you’re working in telecommunication, aerospace or defense, the stability and accuracy of your RF signals are essential for success. In this video, we will show you how to measure your oscillators using the 53100A phase noise analyzer. This introduction will cover what comes with the 53100A, how to set up your 53100A for measurements, and an introduction to measurements with TimeLab.
Understanding Phase Noise and ADEV: Practical Measurements with the 53100A
What are phase noise and ADEV and why are they important? In this tutorial, we will explain the basics of what phase noise is, why it is important to consider in your designs and draw out some examples of its application. We’ll also show how the 53100A measures phase noise, jitter and other important performance characteristics.
Streamline Stability Testing With 53100A Scripting Functions
Creating test scripts can be intimidating, but the 53100A makes it easy. By simply recording measurement settings and saving a script file to be recalled later, you can reduce development time and implement ATE fast and reliably. Scripting adds repeatability and streamlines your test system for integration into manufacturing or R&D environments.
Built-in Accuracy: Utilizing Internal References in the 53100A
Do you need to make accurate frequency measurements but don’t have a reference you can reliably trust? Using standalone quartz oscillators for measurements introduces aging effects that can compromise the frequency accuracy of your measurements. In this video, we’ll be discussing the internal reference options available on the 53100A phase noise analyzer. With this all-in-one solution, you can be confident in your RF measurements.