Colby Instruments PG Series Pulse Generator

The Colby Instruments PG is a pulse generator designed for applications requiring precise timing and control of pulse signals. It has a wide frequency range, adjustable pulse width and delay, and various triggering options, making it suitable for testing and characterization of digital circuits, high-speed data communication, and research and development.

Colby Instruments PG Pulse Generator Technical Specifications

General Features

• Manufacturer: Colby Instruments
• Product Type: Pulse Generator

Performance Specifications (Model PG-1000A)

• Frequency Range: * 1 MHz to 1000 MHz for ECL output signals. * 1 MHz to 350 MHz for TTL output signals.
• Frequency Accuracy: +/- 0.3 digit, crystal controlled.
• Frequency Drift: Better than +/- 1 digit.
• ECL Output Rise Time: Less than 200 ps.
• TTL Output Rise Time: Less than 750 ps.
• Duty Cycle Range: * 10-90% up to 50 MHz. * 20-80% up to 350 MHz. * 30-70% up to 500 MHz.

Performance Specifications (Model PG 5000A)

• Pulse Repetition Rate: 10 MHz to 5000 MHz in a single range.
• Transition Time Matching: 20 ps typical at +10 dBm input level.
• Output Amplitude per Side: 2 V nominal.
• Output Amplitude Variation: Typically within ±10%.
• Amplitude Attenuation: 0 dB to 19 dB in 1 dB steps with microwave attenuators.
• DC Output Offset Voltage: Independent from the output amplitude setting.
• Nominal Input Drive Level: +10 dBm.
• Max. Input Level: +16 dBm.
• Trigger Output Level: Approximately -7 dBc with respect to the input drive level.
• Output Duty Cycle: Approximately 50% for all input frequencies.
• Rise/Falltime (10-90%): See TABLE on page 4 of manual.
• Rise/Falltime (20-80%): See TABLE on page 4 of manual.
• Droop: Less than 20% at 10 MHz.

Electrical Specifications

• Power Requirements (PG-1000A): 110V AC, 90W.
• Line Voltage Selection: Units typically supplied with a power cord for 115V operation (100V to 130V range). A 230V setting covers 200V to 260V.
• Line Frequency: 50 Hz to 60 Hz.
• Fuse (115V operation): 1.6 A quick acting.
• Fuse (230V operation): 0.8 A quick acting.

Physical Specifications

• Dimensions (PG-1000A): 13 3/8″ Long x 12 7/8″ Wide x 5 1/4″ High.
• Weight (PG-1000A): 6 kg (13.0 lbs.).
• Weight (PG-1000A, estimated from shipping dims): 11.7 lbs.

Environmental Specifications

• Recommended Operating Temperature: 10° C to 30° C.

Interfaces

• Instrument Control (PG-1000A): Manually via the front panel only.

Compatibility

• Applications: * Testing very high-speed GaAs logic gates and circuits. * Driving laser diodes. * Testing and characterization of digital circuits. * High-speed data communication. * Research and development.

Documentation

• Manuals: Available for download for specific models, often requiring a serial number. Why Choose Aumictech for Colby Instruments PG? At Aumictech, we specialize in supplying pulse generator equipment. Whether you need precise timing control for high-speed digital circuits, reliable pulse generation for data communication testing, or advanced characterization capabilities for R&D, our team ensures the Colby Instruments PG delivers maximum performance for your application.