Avtech has been in business since 1975, and in that time many large companies have discontinued all or part of their pulse generator offerings. Fortunately, Avtech can provide alternatives for many discontinued models from HP, Agilent, Velonex, Systron-Donner, and other manufacturers!
Some of these alternatives listed are listed below. Please note that these are some of our more general-purpose models. Avtech also produces many models for more specialized applications (for example, with much faster rise times). Email us (info@avtechpulse.com) if you require assistance selecting the most appropriate model for your application.
5V-10V Replacements for Systron-Donner Datapulse Models
Possible replacements for Systron-Donner Datapulse models 100, 101, 110B, 110C:
| Model | Vout | PRF | Pulse Width | Rise Time (20%-80%) | DC Offset (max) | Notes | GPIB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AV-1030-B | 0 to ±5V | 10 MHz | 10ns - 1ms | 0.3ns | N/A | ultra-fast rise time | YES |
| AV-1021-B | 0 to ±10V, TTL, ECL | 10 MHz | 20ns - 0.5s | 10ns | ±10V | YES |
50V-100V Replacements for HP 214A, 214B, HP/Agilent 8114A, Datapulse 114A
The HP 214A, 214B, HP/Agilent 8114A, and Systron-Donner Datapulse 114A are all 100V pulse generators operating over a wide range of pulse widths and PRFs. The Avtech AV-101x-B, AVR-1x-B, and AVR-2x-B product families may be suitable replacements in many applications. Each of these models includes a modern LCD-and-keypad front panel with rear-panel GPIB and RS-232 computer control ports. LabView drivers are available for these models, for easy integration into automated test systems.
A more detailed comparison chart for the AV-1010-B / AV-1015-B and the HP/Agilent 8114A is available.
| Model | Vout | PRF | Pulse Width | Rise Time (20%-80%) | Duty Cycle (max) | Notes | GPIB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AV-1015-B | ±50V | 10 MHz | 20 ns - 10ms | 10ns | 25% | general-purpose 50V | YES |
| AVR-1A-B-PN | ±50V | 100 kHz | 100 ns - 100 us | 10ns | 50% | high duty cycle 50V | YES |
| AV-1010-B | ±100V | 1 MHz | 25 ns - 10 ms | 10ns | 10% | extended pulse width range | YES |
| AV-1011B1-B | ±100V | 100 kHz | 100 ns - 1 ms | 2ns | 5% | faster rise times | YES |
| AVR-2A-B-PN | ±100V | 100 kHz | 100 ns - 100 us | 10ns | 25% | higher duty cycle | YES |
| AVR-2B-B-PN | ±100V | 100 kHz | 100 ns - 100 us | 10ns | 50% | highest duty cycle | YES |
200V-3kV Replacements for Velonex Pulse Generators
Avtech offers a wide range of higher-voltage pulse generators, which can replace pulsers made by the former Velonex division of Pulse Engineering, Inc, in many applications.
| Model | Vout (max) | Iout (max) | Rise Time (20%-80%) | Pulse Width, FWHM | PRF | GPIB | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVR-3-B | 200 V | 4 A | 10 ns | 0.1 - 100 us | 10 kHz | YES | general purpose, very wide PW range |
| AVOZ-D4-B | 200 V | 20 A | 50 ns | 0.2 - 10 us | 5 kHz | YES | can drive five 50 Ω loads, or one 10 Ω load |
| AVOZ-D3-B | 200 V | 40 A | 50 ns | 0.2 - 10 us | 5 kHz | YES | can drive ten 50 Ω loads, or one 5 Ω load |
| AVR-3HF-B | 250 V | 5 A | 10 ns | 0.1 - 100 us | 100 kHz | YES | general purpose, wide PW range, high PRF |
| AVOZ-E3-B | 250 V | 250 A | 150 ns | 0.5 - 10 us | 1 kHz | YES | 100 Watts of average output power |
| AVOZ-E4-B | 250 V | 125 A | 100 ns | 0.5 - 10 us | 3 kHz | YES | 100 Watts of average output power |
| AVR-4-B | 400 V | 8 A | 15 ns | 0.1 - 100 us | 10 kHz | YES | general purpose, very wide PW range |
| AVRZ-5W-B | 500 V | 10 A | 10 ns | 15 ns - 10 us | 5 kHz | YES | fast rise time, wide PW range |
| AVR-5B-B | 500 V | 10 A | 20 ns | 0.1 - 100 us | 10 kHz | YES | general purpose, very wide PW range |
| AVOZ-D1-B | 500 V | 50 A | 70 ns | 0.2 - 10 us | 5 kHz | YES | can drive five 50 Ω loads, or one 10 Ω load |
| AVOZ-E5-B | 500 V | 250 A | 200 ns | 0.5 - 10 us | 500 Hz | YES | 100 Watts of average output power |
| AVR-7B-B | 700 V | 14 A | 30 ns | 0.1 - 100 us | 10 kHz | YES | general purpose, very wide PW range |
| AVOZ-D2-B | 700 V | 70 A | 100 ns | 0.2 - 10 us | 2.5 kHz | YES | can drive five 50 Ω loads, or one 10 Ω load |
| AVR-8A-B | 1000 V | 20 A | 50 ns | 0.2 - 200 us | 1 kHz | YES | general purpose, very wide PW range |
| AVOZ-D7-B | 1000 V | 100 A | 120 ns | 0.2 - 10 us | 1 kHz | YES | can drive five 50 Ω loads, or one 10 Ω load, up to 100A total! |
| AVOZ-D6-B | 1000 V | 200 A | 200 ns | 1 - 10 us | 500 Hz | YES | can drive ten 50 Ω loads, or one 5 Ω load, up to 200A total! |
| AVRH-2-B | 2000 V | 0.2 A | 80 ns | 0.2 - 2.5 us | 1 kHz | YES | high voltage, high impedance |
| AVRH-3-B | 3000 V | 0.3 A | 100 ns | 0.2 - 2.5 us | 1 kHz | YES | high voltage, high impedance |
Other Applications
Avtech offers many other models, summarized here. Avtech can also customize models for specific "one of a kind" requirements. Email us (info@avtechpulse.com) if you require assistance selecting the most appropriate model for your application!
