Description
LSX8081B Signal Generator
The LSX8081B 8GHz Single Channel Microwave Signal Generator is engineered to deliver exceptional microwave performance for advanced research, defense, aerospace, and manufacturing environments. As part of the Lucid X series, the LSX8081B provides ultra low phase noise, extremely fast switching, and advanced modulation capabilities in a compact and modular design suitable for both laboratory and field applications.
Signal Integrity and Phase Noise
The LSX8081B Signal Generator sets a high standard for spectral purity across microwave frequencies. It achieves phase noise performance of -133 dBc/Hz at 1GHz with a 10 kHz offset, -148 dBc/Hz at 100 MHz, and -114 dBc/Hz at 10 GHz. With harmonics at -50 dBc and non harmonics at -90 dBc, the instrument ensures stable and clean signal generation. This makes it ideal for local oscillator applications, intermodulation distortion testing, high precision DAC and ADC clocking, and microwave component validation.
Ultra Fast Switching Performance
Speed is critical in modern RF environments. The LSX8081B Signal Generator delivers frequency switching in less than 10µs. This ultra fast capability reduces dead time during automated test sequences and significantly increases measurement throughput. It is particularly valuable for simulating frequency hopping radar, secure communication protocols, Bluetooth testing, and electronic warfare systems where signals must change rapidly without compromising stability. Coherent frequency switching further enhances accuracy in synchronized measurement setups.
Modulation Capabilities
The LSX8081B Signal Generator offers built in AM, FM, PM, Sweep, and Pulse modulation. FM supports deviation up to 10 MHz with rates up to 1 MHz. AM provides linear depth up to 90 percent with rates up to 100 kHz. PM allows peak deviation up to 360 degrees. Pulse modulation offers a typical 70 dB on off ratio with rise and fall times below 15 ns. These capabilities make the instrument highly suitable for radar signal simulation, analog communication testing, and electronic warfare development.
Control and Integration
The LSX8081B Signal Generator is built for seamless integration. It supports SCPI and VISA standards and connects via LAN or USB. Engineers can program and automate testing using Python, MATLAB, C#, C++, or LabVIEW. The virtual front panel allows intuitive graphical control locally or over a network, improving usability in both standalone and automated systems.
Applications
The LSX8081B Signal Generator is ideal for radar systems STALO development, microwave subsystem validation, aerospace testing, quantum research environments, and high volume production test systems. Its combination of low phase noise and ultra fast switching makes it a reliable solution for demanding microwave applications.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
| Model | LSX8081B |
| Frequency Range | Up to 8 GHz |
| Channels | Single Channel |
| Frequency Switching Speed | <10 µs |
| Coherent Switching | Supported |
| Phase Noise | -133 dBc/Hz at 1GHz, 10 kHz offset |
| Additional Phase Noise | -148 dBc/Hz at 100 MHz, -114 dBc/Hz at 10 GHz |
| Harmonics | -50 dBc |
| Non Harmonics | -90 dBc |
| Modulation Types | AM, FM, PM, Sweep, Pulse |
| FM Capability | Up to 10 MHz deviation |
| AM Depth | Up to 90 percent |
| PM Deviation | Up to 360 degrees |
| Pulse Modulation | 70 dB on off ratio, <15 ns rise fall |
| Interfaces | LAN, USB |
| Programming | SCPI, VISA, Python, MATLAB, C#, C++, LabVIEW |
| Form Factors | Benchtop, PXIe, Rackmount, Desktop, Portable |
| Applications | Radar, Microwave Testing, Aerospace, ATE |
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