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The RFS-4000 Series RF Signal Generators deliver high performance, low phase noise, and fast switching in a compact benchtop
The RFS-4000 Series RF Signal Generators deliver high performance, low phase noise, and fast switching in a compact benchtop or ½ rack 2U form factor, making them ideal for academic research, teaching labs, start-up R&D, and wireless communications development. Available in 8 GHz and 20 GHz models, the RFS-4000 combines excellent signal quality with AI-driven firmware for intuitive operation, rapid setup, and reliable performance. With outstanding spectral purity, multiple control options, and seamless integration via LabVIEW, Python, C++, MATLAB, or SCPI across Windows, Linux, and macOS, the RFS-4000 sets a new benchmark for cost-effective, flexible RF signal generation.
 
Features
  • SSB phase noise of –134 dBc/Hz at 1 GHz
  • Fast Switching at 100 µs
  • Pulse, Pattern, AM, FM, PM Modulation Options
  • Intuitive graphic user interface
  • Program with low-level SCPI commands on various platforms
 
Applications
  • ATE Testing
  • Aerospace & Defense Research
  • Electronic Warfare & Radar
  • Satellite Testing 
  • Wireless Design & Communication

Berkeley BNC RFS-4000 | RF Signal Generators

Quantity

  • Please allow 3 - 6 weeks for this product to arrive.

    This product comes with a 1 year (12 Month) warranty.

  • Number of Channels : 1

    Frequency Range

    • RFS-4080: 50 kHz to 8 GHz 
    • RFS-4200: 50 kHz to 20 GHz

    Resolution : 0.001 Hz

    Phase Offset : 0.01°

    Switching Speed

    • 400 µs (standard)
    •  20 µs (FS option)

    Modulation : Pulse, Pattern, AM, FM, PM

    Harmonics

    • RFS-4080: Up to 8 GHz: –50 dBc
    • RFS-4200: 8–20 GHz: –40 dBc

    Subharmonics : Up to 20 GHz: –70 dBc (typical)

    Max Out Power 

    • +17 dBm ( standard )
    • Up to +27 dBm (EPR option)

    Accuracy (dB) : -70 dBm to +10 dBm

    • Up to 100 MHz: ±0.3 (typical) dBm
    • 100 MHz to 3 GHz: ±0.4 (typical) dBm
    • 3 GHz to 9 GHz: ±0.7 (typical) dBm
    • Above 9 GHz: ±1 (typical) dBm

    Phase Noise

    • 100 MHz: –153 dBc/Hz
    • 250 MHz: –147 dBc/Hz
    • 500 MHz: –141 dBc/Hz
    • 1 GHz: –134 dBc/Hz
    • 2 GHz: –128 dBc/Hz
    • 4 GHz: –122 dBc/Hz
    • 8 GHz: –116 dBc/Hz
    • 10 GHz: –114 dBc/Hz
    • 20 GHz: –108 dBc/Hz

    RF Outputs

    • Output Impedance: 50 Ω
    • Connector Type: 2:92 mm
    • VSWR: 1
    • Reverse Power: 0.5 W, 16 VDC

    Interface : USB, LAN 

    Dimensions : 5.7 x 3.7 x 11.8 in. 

    Weight : 22 lbs ( 27 lbs shipping )

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