Function Generator PI-8127 Pasco Scientific

Overview

The Function Generator outputs sine, square, triangle, positive and negative ramps with a frequency range of 0.001 Hz to 150 kHz in addition to DC.  ( A replacement for the PI-9587C )

Its powerful output, 1 Amp at ±10 Volts, makes it useful for driving speakers, string vibrators, and circuits.

Features

LCD Readout

The LCD displays frequency, voltage, current, waveform, and menus. For viewing demonstrations, there is a Large Digits Mode for increased readability of the frequency.The backlight has two levels, low and high, selectable using the menu. The low backlight isusefulin dark rooms.

Frequency/Range Selection

There are two ranges, 0.001 to 100 Hzand 0.001 to 100 kHz, selected using the range push-button switch ( integrated with frequency knob ).

Output Standby

Pushing the standby button disables the output without changing settings.

Output Current/Voltage Max.

The maximum current or maximum voltage can be set using the menu. This is useful when the instructor needs to limit the voltage applied in a light bulb.

Offset Voltage

Any waveform may be offset with a DC voltage ranging from -10 V to +10 V, provided the peak voltage does not exceed 10 V.

Frequency Sweep

Sweep between any two frequencies at a selectable rate.

Available Waveforms

Sine

Triangle

Square

Positive Ramp

Negative Ramp

DC

Specifications

Input Power Source

15 V @ 1.6 amp AC/DC Adapter

Voltage Output

± 10 V @ 1 A, 5 mV Adjustment Resolution

Frequency Range

DC to 150 kHz with two ranges: 0.001 Hz to 999.999 Hz 0.001 kHz to 100 kHz ( 150 kHz for Sine Wave )

Frequency Resolution

0.001 Hz for the 0.001 to 100 Hz range;1 Hz for the 0.001 kHz to 100 kHz range.

Maximum Current/Voltage

Programmable

Offset Voltage

± 10 V, 5 mV Resolution

Waveforms

Sine, Triangle, Square, Positive Ramp, Negative Ramp, DC

External Voltage Input

Use the function generator to amplify an external source ( ± 10 V maximum )

Trigger Output

TTL Compatible; BNC jack on back of unit

Display

LCD Graphics Monochrome Display, 128 x 64, with Two-Level Backlight

Displays

Frequency, Waveform, Voltage, Current, Root mean Square ( RMS ) Current, Offset Voltage, Maximum Current/Voltage ( Not all simultaneously )

Special Display Mode

Large digits for frequency

Amplitude Modulation

Modulate the signal of one function generator using another

Frequency Sweep

Generate a signalto sweep through start/end frequency, select sweep time, and auto-repeat the sweep

Programmable Current Limit

Set the maximum current to limit the current output

USB Connection for software updates

Download latest software from pasco.com and install throughthe USB connection