Hello,
I am on my quest for a function generator, that is capable of permanently delivering an amplitude of +/-15V into a ~1k load, preferably up to 1MHz. Is there such a thing?
I do not need arbitrary waveforms, I'll be perfectly happy with your ordinary sine, square, triangle and saw wave, but would certainly fancy AM, FM and PM. Sweep is a must, but standard anyway, I suppose.
However, here's the catch, despite it's anticipated rather moderate use, I want some quality/reliability. Or dependability, however you put it.
F.e. for the Uni-T UTG 9005 I have read multiple reports of failures (despite it not meeting my needs anyway), but that kind is something I would like to stay away from, even if cheap. Generally, I would prefer to stay away from made in red china, if realistically possible at all.
It certainly does not have to be made by swiss fairies during full moon, just a solid workhorse, the disappearing middle way. Also no need for hyper precision.
Many a datasheet I have tried to read specify the Vpp into open circuit. I am not sure, what that exactly means, therefore for me that reads as if nothing/no load is connected at all, except a MOhm multimeter maybe. Fine, but if that assumtion is true, what is the purpose of this figure? The venerable Philips PM513x or Toellner 770x come to mind.
So any recommendations I might consider?
Thanks