Basic Instruments
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Model PFG – programmable arbitrary function generator
Part Number  BE301
 
Definition
    The ModelPFG is a portable, rugged instrument for generating arbitrary waveforms.  Standard waveforms, such as sine and sawtooth, are easily summoned from the user interface.  More sophisticated waveforms, such as audio or simulation results, are easily downloaded, stored, and replayed.  The PFG is a high-precision digital instrument and it uses sophisticated digital signal processing algorithms.  Lower quality devices typically do not perform these algorithms well, if they attempt them at all.  The PFG is portable, so it may be taken into the field.
    For the ability to execute eight independent, synchronized waveforms, see our PFG-8.
 
Features
    1.   Panel control of amplitude, play, pause, stop.
    2.   High power drive capability.
    3
.   MS Windows software for easy user interface.
    4.   Predefined, locally configurable waveforms:  chirp, pulse, ramp, sine, square, triangle.
    5.   Store up to four waveforms.
    6.   Trigger / sync TTL input.
    7.   Linear / log sweep.
    8.   Output overload protected.
    9.   Noise, white and pink, waveforms.
  10.   MS Windows software allows standard audio files to be downloaded.
 
Basic Specifications
    Precision:  16-bit
    Frequency range:  DC  50kHz
    Temporal resolution:  20µs
    Timebase stability: ± 30 ppm (20 40°C), ±50 ppm o.w.
    Amplitude range:  ± 12V
    Drive capability:  250mA
    DC offset:  ± 12V
   
Standards
    RoHS compliant
    Meets CE specifications for portable electronic test equipment, nonmedical, nonsafety, radiated and conducted emissions.
 
User Controls
    Keypad + LCD
Power
    Battery:  12V rechargeable lead-acid, 3A-hr
    Longevity:  96 hrs, max, in Power Save mode
    Charger:  standard 12Vdc, 500mA, neg shell, 3.5mm dia.  *
 
Memory
    526Kbytes, nonvolatile
 
Inputs / Outputs
    Charger Jack
    DB9 male RS232
    Signal, 5mm terminal block
 
Enclosure
    Dimensions:  w8.7"(22 cm) x d7.5"(19 cm) x h3.9"(15 cm)
    Weight:  4.6 lbs (2.1 kg)
    Enclosure:  portable, NEMA 4, with handle, SR-R Polypropylene, black
 
Environmental
    Temperature Range: -20 – 130 °F (-30 – 55 °C), RH < 75% 
    Suitable for exterior use, but should not be left open in rain.
 
Budgetary Cost
    $1115 (qty 1)
 
Accessories ( with Order # )
    BE301.CHG110                           Charger:  110 Vac charger *
    BE301.CHG220                           Charger:  220 Vac charger
    BE301.SW                                  Software, SignalView, for MS Windows XP / Vista *
 
       Denotes included in standard package.

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Warranty Policy. Any instrument ordered from BOE may be returned for full refund, less shipping costs, within 30 calendar days of delivery, provided that the instrument has not, in the opinion of BOE, been damaged or misused. An RMA number is required in all cases. See our Standard Terms & Conditions.
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