Function generators

• Function generators
  Posted by Aztlanpz on 11 Aug, 2015 18:54
• I am in the market for a new function generator, I have neroided narrowed to the fallowing three Rigol DG1022U, Siglent 1025 or HP 33120A used. What would be the pros and cons to each generator.
  
  
  
  Thanks
  
  Aztlan
• #1 Reply
  Posted by dadler on 11 Aug, 2015 18:57
• Out of those 3, I would go with the Siglent.
  
  Better specs, color screen. The Rigol is Ok, the HP is ancient and has low specs.
• #2 Reply
  Posted by LaurentR on 11 Aug, 2015 21:00
• The DG1022U is fine for what it does and could fit the bill fine.
  
  However, it's definitely not one of these "incredible values" Rigol has like the DS1054Z (or the DP832). It's more of an ok, somewhat old design that delivers the goods, but not in any particularly remarkable way.
  
  Laurent
• #3 Reply
  Posted by Aztlanpz on 11 Aug, 2015 21:11
• Quote from: LaurentR on 11 Aug, 2015 21:00

  The DG1022U is fine for what it does and could fit the bill fine.
  
  However, it's definitely not one of these "incredible values" Rigol has like the DS1054Z (or the DP832). It's more of an ok, somewhat old design that delivers the goods, but not in any particularly remarkable way.
  
  Laurent
  

  
  What would you recommend for under 400 USA dallors
• #4 Reply
  Posted by commie on 11 Aug, 2015 21:39
• Quote from: Aztlanpz on 11 Aug, 2015 21:11

  What would you recommend for under 400 USA dallors
  

  
  Save some more $$$ and widen your choice.
• #5 Reply
  Posted by Aztlanpz on 11 Aug, 2015 21:59
• What's a target budget to work to and what are good models?
• #6 Reply
  Posted by dadler on 11 Aug, 2015 22:46
• I think the Siglent you suggested is good for the money.
• #7 Reply
  Posted by LaurentR on 11 Aug, 2015 23:34
• One upside of the Rigol is that it's been around for long enough that you can occasionally find good used ones on EBay for a fair price.
  
  I just sold my DG1022 (not U) for $270.