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Pulse generators and function generators are generally different instruments. Pulse generators provide trains of pulses. Function generators provide square wave signals, sine wave signals, perhaps random noise signals, and can provide pulses. If you simply want to generate pulses of a given width and a given rate, the pulse generator is usually more convenient.
The Laboratory has various pulse generators, including
- Agilent 81101 Pulse Generator (50 MHz )
- HP 8116 Pulse/Function Generator
- HP 8161A Programmable Pulse Generator
Information regarding their use has been provided below.
Agilent 81101 Pulse Generator
HP 8116 Pulse/Function Generator
HP 8161A Programmable Pulse Generator
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