Date: 17/11/2009

External amplifier from Agilent extends function generator voltage range to 50V p-t-p

By using Agilent's new external amplifier engineers can extend voltage range of existing function/signal generator to 50 Volts (peak-to-peak) of function/arbitrary waveforms.

The new Agilent 33502A 2-channel isolation amplifier has a programmable pass-through mode for use in high-voltage applications including aerospace defense, automotive and industrial.

"Engineers in R&D and manufacturing need a convenient way to create accurate and reliable signal sources at higher voltages using their current function generators," said Gary Whitman, vice president and general manager of Agilent's System Products Division. "The Agilent 33502A extends their voltage range over 20 Vpp, which is important to engineers for testing and qualifying their designs and devices."

The 33502A offers 5x voltage amplification and can be independently configured with input coupling (AC|DC) and input impedance (50?|1M?) to match specific circuits. The input path can also be switched from amplified to direct (unamplified) without removing or reconnecting cables. The 33502A has a two-unit, half-rack mechanical form factor, which fits well as a bench-top unit or in a test system, and is configured with LAN (LXI Class-C compliant) and USB interfaces. It also provides both a programmable interface and a soft-key-driven front panel, making it easy to configure.

Price: At $2,600 for the base model
Availability: Now

For more details visit www.agilent.com/find/33502A