Farnell, the Development Distributor, today announced the availability of the TGR2050 series of next generation Radio Frequency (RF) signal generators from Aim-TTi. Electronic design and test engineers will benefit from the small footprint and lightweight design of the new-to-market TGR2050 Series, offering the best price/performance ratio in its class. These RF signal generators build upon Aim-TTi’s reputation for manufacturing high-quality and reliable products and are now available for same day despatch from Farnell.

The TGR2050 series includes TGR2051 and TGR2053 RF signal generators which provide exceptional performance with high signal purity, high frequency accuracy and stability, a large signal amplitude range, low phase noise and fast amplitude and/or frequency sweeps. Extensive and flexible analogue and digital modulation capabilities make these signal generators ideal for research and development, test and service work.

Both models also offer improved functionality with intuitive touch screen operation. Advanced remote-control connectivity accommodates sophisticated new automated systems and compatibility with Aim-TTi's previous RF instruments, ensuring simple integration with existing systems.

Key features of the TGR2050 Series RF signal generators include:

• High frequency accuracy and stability, high signal purity with excellent phase noise, output power levels of -127dBm to +13dBm, and flexible analogue and digital modulation capabilities.
• A sweep function enabling signals of varying frequency and/or amplitude to test a full range of input conditions quickly and efficiently. Sweeps can be set to run in either direction, with linear or logarithmic spacing. Alternatively, list mode (accessible within the instrument or from remote interfaces) can be used to analyse the response at set frequencies and amplitude.
• A TGR-U01 option adding an extensive range of digital modulations: FSK, GFSK, MSK, GMSK, HMSK, 3FSK, 4FSK, PSK, ASK and OOK. Built in NRZ patterns include Square wave, 7, 9, 11 and 15-bit PRBS. Digital modulation capabilities also include advanced filtering. External digital modulation signals can be applied to the carrier waveform via the MOD in/out on the rear panel.

James McGregor, Global Head of Test and Tools for Farnell says: “The new TGR2050 Series of RF signal generators from Aim-TTi is an excellent addition to Farnell’s market-leading Test range. This series delivers exceptional performance at a class-leading price point. In 2019, Farnell invested over £4 million in the Test category and as we begin 2020 we remain committed to further increasing the breadth of our portfolio, to ensure electronic design professionals have access to the latest and most advanced test and measurement technologies.”

Customers also benefit from Farnell’s in-house test and measurement specialists who provide 24/5 technical support as well as access to free online resources, data sheets, application notes, videos and webinars.

Aim-TTi is a leading producer of innovative and cost-effective function generators, precision and RF instruments, including the PowerFlex, Multi-range and Precision Power Supplies.

The Aim-TTi TGR250 Series RF signal generators are available from Farnell in EMEA, Newark in North America and element14 in APAC.

Premier Farnell has added the TGF4000 series function/arbitrary generator from Aim-TTi to its linecard for same day despatch. This latest launch from Aim TTi utilises 20 years of experience in the industry to address demand from customers for increasingly high frequency and precision in their test signals. The TGF 4000 series delivers high precision, wide bandwidth models with class-leading performance alongside unrivalled value for money. At the higher end of the series, the new TGF4162 and TGF4242 offer extended frequency and level that may not have been affordable to customers previously.

The TGF4000 offers key advantages over other models in this price range as a true dual channel generator. The series has two full capability channels which can be operated completely independently as if they were two separate generators, or in coupled or tracking modes with precise channel to channel phase control at a resolution of 0.0010.

The TGF4000 series also out-performs other generators in its price range by offering models at up to 240MHz with low harmonic distortion and phase noise. In addition to a wide selection of modulation types from either internal or external signal sources, the TGF has a built-in wideband noise generator that is useful for customers evaluating design performance degradation with defined levels of signal noise. Audio band THD is significantly better than similar generators at just 0.05% and Pulse jitter is dramatically lower than any comparable generator at only 30ps.

Key features include:

• 0.001mHz to 240MHz (TGF4242), 160MHz (TGF4162) , 80MHz (TGF4082) or 40MHz (TGF4042) sine frequency range
• High sine wave purity with low phase noise and jitter, audio band THD down to 0.05%
• Arbitrary waveforms of 14-bits / 400MSa/s (TGF4042 & TGF4082) or 16-bits / 800MSa/s (TGF4162 & TGF4242)
• Comprehensive internal/external digital and analog modulation set including Sum* modulation
• Harmonics generation using up to 16 harmonics*
• Two identical channels - independent or linked with coupled and tracking modes
• 1mHz to up to 100MHz Pulse generation with 100ps width resolution, <30ps jitter and independently variable rise/fall times.
• PRBS pseudo-random bit sequence generation with 8 sequence lengths*
• 125MHz frequency counter/timer with five measurement modes
• Wideband noise generator with up to 100MHz noise bandwidth

In addition to these features, the TGF4000 series is equipped with a 4.3 inch high resolution colour screen, providing added efficiency and clarity when carrying out complex testing. Graphs for both channels can be displayed side by side for easy comparison or alongside a detailed description of the settings selected, with each channel displayed in a set colour to provide instant recognition of the output channel when altering and updating settings or preferences.

The TGF 4000 series is available from Farnell element14 in EMEA, Newark element14 in North America and Mexico and element14 in Asia Pacific.

Features marked * are only available on the TGF4162 & TGF4242

Premier Farnell, the Development Distributor, has added Aim TTi TGF3000 series Dual Channel Arbitrary Function Generators to its instrumentation range. The TGF3000 series is the latest arbitrary generator series from Aim-TTi offering class-leading performance and unrivalled value for money in 160 MHz and 80 MHz models.

The new TGF3000 series initially consists of two models, the TG3082 (dual channel, 80MHz, 14 bits / 400MS/s) and TG3162 (dual channel 160MHz, 16 bits / 800MS/s), two identical full performance channels that can operate as independent generators or in coupled or tracking modes. Precise channel to channel phase control with a resolution of 0.001o is provided. A wide range of built-in waveforms is included and custom arbitrary waveforms can be used at sample speeds up to 800MSa/s and replay rates up to 80MHz. PC based arbitrary waveform generation and editing software is provided. High resolution, low jitter pulses can be generated and the noise function provides wideband Gaussian noise at bandwidths up to 100MHz and crest factor of more than five. An extensive array of modulations is provided using internal and external sources. Gated, burst and sweep modes can use internal or external trigger sources. Remote control via USB and LXI compliant LAN (standard) can be supplemented by optional GPIB if required.

Key features include:

• Frequency up to 160MHz, 15 digits or 1μHz resolution
• Wideband noise generator | high resolution pulse generator
• Arbitrary waveforms up to 16bits at 800MSa/s
• Comprehensive internal/external digital and analog modulations
• Two identical channels with phase control, coupling and tracking
• USB and LXI compliant LAN interfaces, plus optional GPIB interface

The TGF3000 series is available to buy from Farnell element14 in Europe and element14 in Asia Pacific.

Premier Farnell, The Development Distributor, is now stocking the LDH400P Electronic Load from Aim TTi, manufacturers of advanced electronic test and measurement equipment and laboratory power supplies, specifically for electronic design engineers.

The LD series features electronic loads which are suitable for testing and characterising a wide variety of DC power sources. They can be used to investigate the behaviour of many different types of power source, such as: PFCs, batteries, solar cells and electronic power supply units. Wide voltage/current range, multiple operating modes and built-in transient generators also give users versatility to offer test solutions from the design laboratory through to the component test area.

As LDH400P load inputs are rated to CAT II (300V), direct testing of PFCs and main connected power supplies can be done without the need for an isolation transformer, saving bench space and cost.

Key features include:

• Versatile solutions for direct testing of DC power sources and PFCs

• Constant current, resistance, conductance and power modes

• Wide voltage and current range, 10 to 500V and 0 to 16A

• 400 watts continuous dissipation at 28°C (360W at 40°C)

• High resolution and accuracy for level setting

• Built-in transient generator with variable slew

• Current monitor output for waveform viewing

• Variable drop-out voltage for battery testing

• High resolution backlit graphic LCD with soft key control

• Analogue remote control of levels and TTL control of on/off and transient switching

• Front and rear input terminals

• Load inputs rated to CAT II (300V)

• Full bus control via USB, RS232, GPIB and LXI compliant LAN interfaces

The Aim TTi LDH400P Electronic Load is now available to buy from Farnell element14 in Europe, Newark element14 in North America, and element14 in Asia Pacific.