Description

The DS Instruments SG6000L ultra-compact RF Signal Generator continues to set the industry standard in affordable and portable RF Signal Generation. The SG6000L enables users to generate a high quality RF signal easily and at extremely low cost without need for a host PC. This fully synthesized, modern fractional-N synthesis device covers 7 octaves from 24 to 6000 MHz. Max output power is typically above +15 dBm and can be adjusted downward in 0.25dB steps, or continuously via the internal variable attenuator. The RF output step size varies from a maximum of ~3 KHz to less than 40 Hz, depending on band of operation. Harmonics are filtered from 250MHz to 6GHz resulting in a nearly perfect sine-wave output unlike most competing devices at this price point. The crisp OLED display provides useful feedback for the user, and front control buttons provide a quick alternative to USB control. Like most of our products, the SG6000L easily fits in the palm of your hand, making it a truly portable and bench-space-saving device.

[Q3 2024 Update: new REV 19 with harmonic filtering and termination protection shipping now!]

For Ethernet enabled version please see the SG6000F.

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SG6000L (Rev 19) 2024 Signal Generator Features:

• Stand-alone and USB remote operation
• Internal harmonic filtering (new for 2024!)
• Up to 6GHz output frequency
• Adjustable output power (Step & Variable)
• Industry-standard SCPI command support
• Internal ±2.5PPM TCXO 10MHz reference
• Front user frequency step buttons
• Frequency-sweeping support
• Front-mounted bright OLED display
• Sturdy black all-aluminum enclosure
• Simple Windows control GUI
• Low voltage monitor
• Powered from standard USB-C like a smartphone
• Easy to interface with all software packages (Matlab, python, android, linux, ios…)

RF Signal Generator Specifications:

• Frequency Range: 24-6000 MHz
• Calibrated power output range: -22 to +15dBm
• Typical uncalibrated range: -30 to +17dBm
• Typical harmonic levels (0.3-6GHz): -35dBc
• Phase Noise at 6GHz: -72dBc @ 10KHz offset
• Internal Attenuator (digital): 32dB (64x 0.5dB Steps)
• Internal Attenuator (variable): ~20dB (10 bit DAC)
• Dimensions: 2.75″ x 1.25″ x 2.15″
• Input Voltage: 5V Standard USB Type C
• Typical current requirement: 0.50A
• Output Impedance: 50 Ohm
• RF Connector: Premium gold microwave SMA
• 10MHz reference input port: MCX connector

 SG6000L Common Applications:

• Automated testing environments
• General RF Lab use
• Flexible LO sourcing
• Antenna design
• EMC Testing
• Production verification and testing
• Educational / university lab use
• Aerospace / Defense Research
• 802.11n Development / Testing
• LTE Engineering

Related Signal Generator Models:

• Extra-Harmonic-Filtered (low distortion full bandwidth) – (SG6000F)
• 4.4GHz Version (SG4400L)
• Low Phase Noise, Harmonic Filtered, Extended Attenuator (SG6000PRO) (PureSine)
• Dual Channel 6ghz (SG6000X)
• 12GHz Frequency Range (SG12000L)
• 22GHz Frequency Range (SG22000L)
• 30GHz Frequency Range (SG30000L)
• 40GHz Frequency Range (SG40000L)

 

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