Need a Function Generator

Not sure quite how tight the budget is - I have a Rigol DG1022 which I consider to be very good for the money. You can get one for £268 (excluding VAT) which compares well with Agilents starting pice of £800+ for a not quite as capable instrument.

The price compares very well with the cheaper instruments listed by Farnell. You can get Rigol stuff supported if you buy from a proper UK distributor but I have had no success in getting support for GW Instek stuff outside warranty and would advise you to stay away from it.

MK

Hey Michael Kellett, I appericate this alot you have given me a general idea on what function generator I need. I found this on ebay. I wanted to get your opion on it, if you don't mind. I found a ATTEN ATF20B DDS function generator for $245.00 US. I don't mind if it's old and used or if it's better than 20MHZ as long as it's under $250.00. I am sorry, I didn't detail that part. I also don't mind renting to own also has long has it's under $50 a month payment. One more thing that I forgot to mention, that might help you to find the right function generator for the job. I am electronic engineer that wants to open up my own home repair shop for computer repair. I need a good function generator for testing the computer power supplies aka smps.  I have a list of a additonal items I am going to need, but not a used rework station for the job. That item is next on the list. I do have a weller WTCPT 60w and solderpult.

Mike - the reviews of the ATTEN ATF20B that I found on the web were mainly very negative. On that basis I wouldn't buy one unless you have the chance to try it with no obligation to buy to check that it does what you want.

Just out of interest - why do you need a function generator to fix power supplies - I've palyed with a few in my time and while I would consider  a scope and DMM to be essential I've never felt the need for a function generator.

MK

Mike - the reviews of the ATTEN ATF20B that I found on the web were mainly very negative. On that basis I wouldn't buy one unless you have the chance to try it with no obligation to buy to check that it does what you want.

Just out of interest - why do you need a function generator to fix power supplies - I've palyed with a few in my time and while I would consider  a scope and DMM to be essential I've never felt the need for a function generator.

MK

Hey Mike, I am sorry I didn't get back to you sooner. I was busy dealing with computer issues. I appericate your feedback on a function generator. I want to personal thank you again for your time and reponses.