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December 11, 2020
Looking for a synchronizer that matches your unique project requirements can be a challenge. High-performance test and measurement equipment is an investment, so you’ll want to be confident in the product specs before purchase and integration. Digital delay pulse generators come in many different form factors, with a wide range of spec’s and options. Given the choices on the market, it’s important to closely compare the key differences in the makes and models to make the right purchase.
Timing Resolution
Width, delay, and rep rates are key factors in precision timing. Look for a resolution up to250ps to give you maximum control and flexibility. For greater detail on width and delay restrictions and how those settings affect the channel output, read the technical guide.
Jitter
Jitter measurements are used to quantify timing performance. While different measurements can be used for individual types of jitter, the root mean square, or RMS, measurement relies on a Gaussian distribution and displays a standard deviation. This calculator from Silicon Labs helps convert phase noise into jitter values. Depending on your application, low jitter is not always needed but if low jitters are needed then there are many options available.
Pulse generators at a glance:
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9520 Benchtop Series: High-precision benchtop modular unit capable of full customization per two channels including high voltage, Impedance Matching or optical channels as well as optical input and dual trigger.
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9530 Series: High-precision and quality timing and synchronization in a rackmount form factor with External Clock in/out up to 100MHz.
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9420 Series: High-quality, workhorse unit for most general applications.
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9250 Emerald Series: our newest pulse generator designed to give you an affordable yet high-resolution system synchronizer in a compact footprint
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9200+ Sapphire Series: feature-rich, high-performance, compact and affordable but looking for more precise resolution and jitter
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9200 Sapphire Series: perfect for those on a budget, compact and affordable
Other Features or Options: Standard; up to 8 independently controlled outputs, USB & RS232; channel muxing, virtual channel. Optional; optical input & outputs, 35V and 45V, Dual Trigger, Ethernet, High Impedance matching
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*Units as compared to similar industry products such as Highland Technologies and Stanford Research Systems. View our webstore for instrument pricing or request a quote for a fully customized solution.