The HP/Agilent 3311A is a compact function generator delivering sine, square, triangle, and positive pulse waveforms across seven frequency decades from 0.1 Hz to 1 MHz. Engineered for lab validation, system integration, and education, it combines pushbutton convenience with independent amplitude and DC offset control.
## Technical Specifications
**Frequency and Waveforms**
• Frequency range: 0.1 Hz to 1 MHz (seven decade ranges)
• Waveforms: Sine, square, triangle, positive pulse
• Dial accuracy: ±5% of full scale
• Square wave time axis symmetry error: ±2% maximum to 100 kHz
**Main Output**
• Amplitude: 10 Vp-p into 600 Ω; 20 Vp-p open circuit
• Amplitude control: Continuously variable with >30 dB attenuation range
• Output impedance: 600 Ω (nominal)
• DC offset: Independently adjustable up to ±10 V DC (open circuit) or ±5 V DC (into 600 Ω)
• Maximum combined Vp-p + Vdc without clipping: ±10 V (open circuit); ±5 V (into 600 Ω)
**Pulse Output**
• TTL compatible; >3 V positive amplitude (open circuit)
• Duty cycle: 13.5% to 16.5% of total period
• Transition times: 10:1 on any frequency range
• Input: 0.0 V to -10 V ±2 V linear ramp produces >10:1 frequency increase
• Input impedance: 10 kΩ ±10% in parallel with <60 pF
**Electrical**
• Power requirements: 100/120/220/240 V AC, ±10%/+5% switchable, 48 Hz to 66 Hz
• Power consumption: ≤12 VA
## Key Features
• Output isolation up to ±500 V relative to instrument case (external supply)
• Compact form factor: 89 mm H × 159 mm W × 248 mm D; 1.5 kg net weight
• Operating temperature: 0°C to 55°C (specifications +15°C to +35°C)
• Standard BNC main output; separate TTL pulse output
## Typical Applications
Component characterization, frequency response measurement, signal simulation, TTL logic verification, and educational demonstrations in electronics labs.
## Compatibility & Integration
Rack mount kits available: 10851A (single unit); 10852A (dual units).
