555 Square Wave Generator – 1 Hz to 200 kHz

Simple square wave signal generator from 1 Hz to 200 kHz based on the 555 chip

SKU 8300-YXA143EAN 8219671114745Brand: VariousItem type: KitProduct type: Oscilloscopes & signal analysis

Description

Simple square-wave signal generator from 1 Hz to 200 kHz based on the 555 chip. It features two trimmers for adjusting duty cycle and frequency, an LED that blinks according to the output frequency, and a 4ร—2 male pin connector for selecting the output frequency via a jumper.

Instructions in Italian

Technical specifications

  • Maximum output current:
    > = 15 mA (5 V supply, Vpp greater than 50%)
    > = 35 mA (12 V supply, Vpp greater than 50%)
  • Frequency range (adjustable based on jumper position):
    โ€“ from 1 Hz to 50 Hz
    โ€“ from 50 Hz to 1 kHz
    โ€“ from 1 kHz to 10 kHz
    โ€“ from 10 kHz to 200 kHz

Technical details

Supply voltage 5 to 15 VDC
Current draw max. 35 mA
Output amplitude from 4.2 Vpp to 11.4 Vpp (depending on input voltage)
Dimensions (mm) 40.6 x 36.4 x 15

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