Arbitrary/Function Generator from Tektronix

By DE Editors

The AFG3011 Arbitrary/Function Generator is a new addition to the AFG3000 Series to aid design, test, and manufacturing engineers from Tektronix ( Beaverton, OR ). Th e series enables users in various industries to simulate, test, and evaluate devices, and teach students about electronic circuits. Thanks to superior performance, versatility and ease of use, these units satisfy fundamental needs to minimize time spent for test setup and to evaluate devices swiftly and thoroughly.

The new AFG3011 provides signal amplitudes up to 20 Vpp into 50 Ohm loads. In terms of functionality and versatility, the new model is identical to the other models of the AFG3000 Series. The display is 5.6-in. color LCD and the remote interfaces are USB, LAN, and GPIB. For other key specifications, visit ni.com.

While the vast majority of arbitrary/function generators including the AFG3000 Series provide a maximum of 10 Vpp amplitude into 50 Ohm loads, generally applications in automotive electronics design, government and military applications require higher amplitudes, states the release.

The new AFG3011 includes a high amplitude output stage and delivers up to 20 Vpp into 50 Ohm loads straight out of the box. This saves the user valuable set-up time and equipment cost. While most amplifiers do not feature an amplitude display, the AFG3011 shows the effective output amplitude directly on the instrument screen. This gives the user full confidence in the correct instrument settings and improves the amplitude accuracy without the need to measure the actual signal with a voltmeter.

The AFG3011 is available for order and distributors will carry instruments in stock beginning April 22, 2008. U.S. MSRP for the AFG3011 is $3500.

For further information, go to Tektronix.

Sources: Press materials received from the company and additional information gleaned from the company’s website.