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Offline ultrarunner2018Topic starter

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Raspberry Pi 3 AD9850 based RF signal gen
« on: October 22, 2018, 09:49:05 pm »
Hi;
I want to build an inexpensive RF signal generator using my Raspberry Pi 3 b+ to program an AD9850.
I need a 50 ohm output capable of driving coaxial transmission line.
Can someone recommend an op-amp for this?
I can't really say how what voltage swing I need on the output, but +/- 5V should be enough.
I have a bench supply capable of + and - 20V.

I am hoping to build this little generator for significantly less than what I could buy a comparable generator. I am aware of several function generators available bran-new and free standing for under $100, but I don't want to spend even $50 on this.

Thanks for your help
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Re: Raspberry Pi 3 AD9850 based RF signal gen
« Reply #1 on: October 26, 2018, 07:12:37 am »
 

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Re: Raspberry Pi 3 AD9850 based RF signal gen
« Reply #2 on: October 26, 2018, 11:13:29 am »
An Arduino would be much cheaper/easier than a Pi.
 

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Re: Raspberry Pi 3 AD9850 based RF signal gen
« Reply #3 on: October 26, 2018, 12:44:58 pm »
Can someone recommend an op-amp for this?
I can't really say how what voltage swing I need on the output, but +/- 5V should be enough.
I have a bench supply capable of + and - 20V.
THS3091 or THS3095. i used it to amplify my Hantek 3x25 AWG from ±5V to ±12V (from ±15V supply) or ±10V (from ±12V supply). you need to heatsink it as CFB opamp will sucks current and generates heat.
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