Test & Measuring Equipment Part 9: Function Generators (3)

EE September 1988 TEST & MEASURING EQUIPMENT Part 9: Function Generators (3) Topward Type TFG-8114 Topward of Taiwan manufacture a wide range of test instruments, ranging from AC Millivoltmeters to a 4 1/2-digit DMM. The whole range is characterized by its cost effective design and com- petitive pricing. The TFG-8114 retails at £327, excl. VAT, and includes a digital frequency counter and a sweep gener- ator: it provides a maximum output fre- quency of 5 MHz. Its facilities include trigger, gate, linear and logarithmic sweeping. Accessories include a probe and a mains lead. Compared with most other similarly specified instruments, the TFG-8114 is relatively small: 233 x 80 x 300 mm (Wx H xD). It weighs a mere 2 kg. The operating voltage may be selected internally between 115 V and 240 V a.c. ±10%. Power consumption is 18 VA. Connection to the mains is via an IEC plug. An 18-position plastic swivel enables the instrument to be operated at an angle or stacked; the stand can rotate...