An Aim-TTi function generator is an electronic test and measuring device that can be used in many fields such as telecommunications, engineering, and scientific research. As a leading manufacturer of test and measurement electronics, Aim-TTi design and manufacture reliable and high-quality function generators. If you need to test and calibrate electronic devise like oscilloscopes, sensors, or amplifiers, or to simply generate waveforms, then Aim-TTi function generators have got you covered.

What is a function generator?

A function generator produces various types of electrical waveforms at different outputs, amplitudes, and frequencies. They are typically used on electronic equipment for testing, calibrating, and troubleshooting purposes. This enables, when the function generator is connected to a circuit, the waveforms to be controlled.

What are the types of function generator?

There are several types of function generators, with some slight differences. Some main function generators are:

• Analogue Function Generators: These are traditional function generators that generate square, sine, sawtooth, and triangle waveforms using analogue circuitry, and typically have variable frequency and amplitude control. Where high-frequency stability and precision is not critical, analogue function generators are an appropriate choice. So if the application is simple and basic, then analogue function generators can do the job.
• Digital Function Generators: Digital function generators use digital signal processing (DSP) techniques to generate waveforms. In comparison to analogue function generators, they offer greater accuracy and flexibility. They often include additional features such as sweep functions, frequency modulation, phase modulation, and arbitrary waveform generation.
• RF Function Generators: Designed specifically for generating radio frequency signals, RF (Radio Frequency) function generators cover larger frequency ranges, commonly used in radar systems, RF testing, and other telecommunications applications. RF function generators also offer additional features such as modulation capabilities tailored for RF applications.

The choice between analogue, digital, or RF function generators depends on the specific application requirements. Features to, therefore, consider include precision, waveform complexity, modulation capabilities, and frequency range, and modulation capabilities.

What are the advantages of a function generator?

Function generators provide numerous types of advantages for electronic research, development, and testing. Some key advantage include:

• Frequency control
• Waveform generation
• Flexibility
• Modulation capabilities
• Versatility
• Portability

Applications

With a variety of applications across a range of fields, some key applications of function generators are:

• Circuit design and prototyping
• Waveform generation
• Circuit testing and calibration
• Education and training
• Frequency response analysis
• Laboratory testing
• Research and development
• Automated testing
• Signal conditioning