Pulse is an English word meaning heart rate or heartbeat. In electronics, a pulse is defined as a rapid, transient change in a signal's amplitude from a baseline value, followed by a swift return to that baseline. This brief surge of voltage or current is also sometimes referred to as an impulse.
A pulse can be a single event, known as a single-shot pulse, or part of a continuous series, called a pulse train. A common type of pulse is the square wave, characterized by its uniform duration at both high and low signal levels. Pulses are fundamental in digital logic and signal processing, used for applications like controlling stepping and servo motors, and encoding data on CDs and DVDs.
Matsusada Precision offers a broad lineup of high-voltage amplifiers that can generate high-voltage pulses, including the SK series, AMP series, AP series. These amplifiers are ideal for diverse applications such as beam deflection, corona discharge, dielectric strength testing, solar panel evaluation, and driving piezoelectric elements.
Furthermore, many of Matsusada Precision's DC power supplies and high-voltage power supplies feature a built-in sequence function. This powerful feature allows users to program and execute complex pulse and step sequences directly from the unit's internal memory, eliminating the need for an external function generator. This is ideal for automated applications like reliability testing, battery charge/discharge cycles, and sophisticated process control. Models equipped with this sequence function include:
DC Power Supplies: R4K-36, R4KF-80, R4K-80, R4GT, PKTS, TB, RK, PVCE, PRKT, RKT, REK/REKJ, PRT/PRTM, PBR/PBRM
High-Voltage Power Supplies: EPR, HARS
Important Note: The rapid on/off switching inherent in pulse signals can be a source of electronic noise. Additionally, in Japan, certain equipment generating high-frequency pulses may be classified as "High-Frequency Use Equipment" under the Radio Law, requiring a license from the Minister of Internal Affairs and Communications. Please adhere to the laws and regulations of the country or region of use. Always confirm necessary parameters and local requirements before installation.
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