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The Farnell LFM3 is a signal generator able to produce sine waves between 10Hz and 10MHz, or square waves between 10Hz and 1MHz. It has an unusual quirk in that switching between output ranges can temporarily produce an unattenuated signal, leading to amplifiers blowing up. Use with caution.
The Farnell LFM3 is a signal generator able to produce sine waves between 10Hz and 10MHz, or square waves between 10Hz and 1MHz. It has an unusual quirk in that switching between output ranges can temporarily produce an unattenuated signal, leading to amplifiers blowing up. Use with caution.

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Farnell LFM3 Signal Generator
Manufacturer Farnell
Model LFM3
Serial Number {{{serial}}}
AKA {{{aka}}}
Obtained Unknown
Location Electronics Area
Team Electronics
Induction Required No
Booking {{{booking}}}
Status Defunct
Risk Assessment Yes, see the assessment
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The Farnell LFM3 is a signal generator able to produce sine waves between 10Hz and 10MHz, or square waves between 10Hz and 1MHz. It has an unusual quirk in that switching between output ranges can temporarily produce an unattenuated signal, leading to amplifiers blowing up. Use with caution.