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Tektronix CFG253

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Tektronix CFG253
Tektronix CFG253

Tektronix CFG253 Function Generator

The Tektronix CFG253 is a versatile function generator designed for producing a variety of waveforms, including sine, square, sawtooth (triangle), and TTL signals. It is particularly useful for testing and calibrating audio and ultrasonic equipment, servo systems, and digital circuits.

Key Features

  • Frequency Range: 0.03 Hz to 3 MHz
  • Waveforms: Sine, square, sawtooth (triangle), and TTL signals
  • Amplitude Control: Variable amplitude control with a 20 dB attenuator
  • DC Offset: Continuously variable DC offset from -10 V to +10 V (open circuit) and -5 V to +5 V (into 50 Ω load)
  • Duty Cycle: Variable duty cycle with a minimum symmetry change of 5:1
  • Sweep Function: Internal or external frequency sweep with a continuously variable sweep rate from 0.5 Hz to 50 Hz and a sweep width variable from 1:1 to 100:1
  • TTL Signals: Standardized TTL signals unaffected by amplitude and DC offset controls
  • Output Impedance: 50 Ω ±10%

Technical Specifications

  • Sine Wave Distortion: <1% from 10 Hz to 100 kHz
  • Sawtooth Linearity: ≥99% from 20 Hz to 200 kHz, ≥97% from 200 kHz to 3 MHz
  • Square Wave Response: ≤100 ns rise/fall time, maximum output into 50 Ω load
  • Main Output Amplitude: 0 to 20 V
  • Safety and Compliance: Meets EN 61010-1, UL 1244, CSA 231, and 89/336/EEC for electromagnetic compatibility

Applications

  • Product Design: Testing and calibrating audio and ultrasonic equipment, servo systems, and digital circuits
  • Training and Education: Laboratory and research applications
  • Manufacturing Production Test: Field repair and bench calibration
  • Laboratory and Research: General-purpose waveform generation

Physical Characteristics

  • Dimensions: 240 mm (9.46 in) width, 64 mm (2.53 in) height, 230 mm (9.0 in) depth
  • Weight: 2.0 kg (4.4 lb)

Warranty and Support

  • Warranty: One year warranty provided by Tektronix

References

  1. Tektronix CFG253 User Manual - https://download.tek.com/manual/070836204.pdf
  2. Tektronix CFG253 Function Generator Repair - https://www.eevblog.com/forum/repair/tektronix-cfg253-function-generator-repair/
  3. Tektronix CFG250, CFG253, CFG280 Specifications - http://alphapribor.ru/upload/iblock/f86/f86355c32ef6a234d9296b6eb96435b2.pdf
  4. Tektronix CFG253 Function Generator Datasheet - https://www.tek.com/en/datasheet/cfg253-cfg280
  5. Tektronix CFG253 Function Generator Overview - https://dispo.umich.edu/tektronix-cfg253-function-generator.html

Other info

  • Status: OK
  • Last known location: Suporte superior da mesa óptica 1
  • Serial: CFG-253TW11063
  • Inventory ID:
  • Arrival Date: 01/01/1900
  • Keywords: gerador função sinal áudio
  • Old LCO ID: LCO380301
  • Old LCO Category: RF - Gerador de Função