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- Brand
- Maxim
- Model
- MAX038
- Industry
- Industrial
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- Last added
- 2012-07-10
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Maxim MAX038 Evaluation Kit User Guide
The document describes the Maxim MAX038 Evaluation Kit (EV kit), a fully assembled board that functions as a high-frequency signal generator. It produces accurate triangle, sawtooth, sine, and square/pulse waveforms up to 10MHz using supplied components.
Key features include adjustable frequency and duty cycle via onboard potentiometers, selectable output waveforms using removable jumpers, and a buffered output capable of driving a 50Ω coaxial cable. The kit includes the MAX038 function generator chip and a MAX442 amplifier.
Maxim MAX038 specifications
| Operating Frequency Range | 325kHz to 10MHz |
|---|---|
| Output Waveforms | Triangle, Sine, Square/Pulse |
| Reference Output Voltage | 2.5V |
| Output Amplitude | 2Vp-p |
All Maxim MAX038 documents by type
Ratings, dimensions and ordering codes, for selection and design work.
Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Questions answered in these manuals
How do I select the output waveform?
Place shunts across jumpers JU1 and JU2 in specific combinations to select Sine, Triangle, or Square waveforms.
How is the output frequency adjusted?
Frequency is controlled by adjusting potentiometer R3 (input current) or R2 (FADJ voltage), or by changing capacitor C1.
What is the frequency range of the MAX038?
The output frequency can be controlled over a frequency range of 0.1Hz to 20MHz.
From: Maxim Integrated MAX038 High-Frequency Function Generator Datasheet
What waveforms does the MAX038 generate?
It produces accurate triangle, sawtooth, sine, square, and pulse waveforms.
From: Maxim Integrated MAX038 High-Frequency Function Generator Datasheet
Is the MAX038 recommended for new designs?
No, Maxim states the part is not recommended for new designs.
From: Maxim MAX038 High-Frequency Waveform Generator Datasheet
What supply voltage does the MAX038 require?
The device operates from a positive supply voltage of 4.75 V to 5.25 V.
From: Maxim MAX038 High-Frequency Waveform Generator Datasheet