Teledyne LeCroy T3AWG2152-D – Function/Arbitrary Waveform Generator, 2 Channels, 150 MHz

The Teledyne LeCroy T3AWG2152-D is a dual-channel Function/Arbitrary Waveform Generator with integrated Digital Pattern Generator, delivering 150 MHz bandwidth and 16-bit vertical resolution. This instrument combines arbitrary waveform generation, function synthesis, and digital pattern output within a single platform, enabling signal generation across analog and digital domains. The 7-inch capacitive touch display provides intuitive control for waveform creation, sequencing, and real-time signal monitoring.

– Technical Specifications

Analog Channels: 2 channels at 16-bit resolution
Digital Channels: 8 synchronized digital outputs
Display: 7-inch capacitive touch LCD, 1024 × 600 pixels
Dimensions: 445 mm × 135 mm × 320 mm

Arbitrary Waveform Mode:
• Waveform memory: 128 Mpts per channel (standard)
• Sequencer with up to 16,384 entries, conditional/unconditional jumps, triggered events
• Waveform repeat count: up to 4 billion cycles or infinite
• Variable Clock True-Arbitrary technology with variable sampling clock

Function Generator Mode:
• Frequency range: 1 μHz to 150 MHz
• Max sine frequency: 150 MHz
• Improved Direct Digital Synthesis (DDS) with fixed sampling clock
• Built-in waveforms: sine, square, pulse, double pulse, ramp, noise, DC, sin(x)/x, Gaussian, Lorentz, exponential rise, exponential decade, haversine
• Run modes: continuous, modulation, sweep, burst
• Modulation: AM, FM, PM, PSK, FSK, PWM

Output Specifications:
• Output voltage: 6 Vpp into 50 Ω load
• Source impedance: selectable 50 Ω, 5 Ω, or low impedance (0 Ω)
• Load impedance range: 1 Ω to 1 MΩ
• Output voltage protection with configurable high/low limits
• Excellent harmonic distortion performance

– Key Features

• Dual analog channels with 8 synchronized digital outputs enable mixed-signal generation
• 128 Mpts waveform memory supports complex signal creation
• Advanced sequencer with conditional logic for multi-step stimulus scenarios
• Variable and fixed clock modes optimize between arbitrary and synthesized generation
• Flexible output impedance matching for varied load conditions

– Typical Applications

• Automotive Ethernet transmitter distortion testing (100Base-T1, 1000Base-T1)
• Double pulse testing of power devices (MOSFETs, IGBTs) with independent pulse parameters
• Mixed-signal design validation combining analog waveforms with digital patterns