Summary of Review, Comparison and Teardown of Siglent SDG5162 and Rigol DG4162 Arbitrary Waveform Generator
This article compares the Siglent SDG5162 and Rigol DG4162 Arbitrary Waveform Generators, highlighting performance metrics like THD, phase noise, and maximum output power. It features a teardown of the Siglent SDG5000 series, demonstrating its ability to generate 12ns pulses independent of frequency and showcasing custom waveform creation via the Easy Wave application. The piece also notes Siglent's new North American office for improved support.
Parts used in the Siglent SDG5162 and Rigol DG4162 Comparison:
- Siglent SDG5162 Arbitrary Waveform Generator
- Rigol DG4162 Arbitrary Waveform Generator
- Siglent SDG5000 unit (for teardown)
- Easy Wave application
In this episode Shahriar compares the performance and features of the Siglent SDG5162 and Rigol DG4162 Arbitrary Waveform Generators. Siglent has recently opened a new North America office which would certainly help them bring their instruments to the US more quickly and provide better local customer and sale support.
The Siglent SDG5000 teardown is presented. Aside from various GUI features of these two units, the THD, phase noise and maximum output power of each unit is measured. The ability of the Siglent generator to produce 12ns pulse width independent of the output frequency is also presented with some practical applications. Finally the Easy Wave application us is used to generate some custom waveforms.
For more detail: Review, Comparison and Teardown of Siglent SDG5162 and Rigol DG4162 Arbitrary Waveform Generator
- What is the main focus of this article?
The article compares the performance and features of the Siglent SDG5162 and Rigol DG4162 Arbitrary Waveform Generators. - How does Siglent's new office affect customers?
The new North America office helps bring instruments to the US more quickly and provides better local customer and sales support. - Which specific performance metrics are measured in the comparison?
The review measures THD, phase noise, and maximum output power of each unit. - Can the Siglent generator produce short pulses independent of frequency?
Yes, the Siglent generator can produce 12ns pulse width independent of the output frequency. - What application is used to generate custom waveforms?
The Easy Wave application is used to generate some custom waveforms. - Does the article include a physical inspection of the hardware?
Yes, the Siglent SDG5000 teardown is presented in the episode. - Are there practical applications shown for the pulse generation feature?
Yes, the ability to produce 12ns pulses is presented with some practical applications.
