Apex Microtechnology EK99 Evaluation Kit
Apex Microtechnology EK99 Evaluation Kit provides a complete platform for rapid prototyping and evaluation of the PA169PQ power operational amplifier. Flexible input, output, and signal-conditioning connections simplify the development and testing of high-performance analog circuits. This Apex Microtechnology kit supports inverting, non-inverting, and improved Howland current pump configurations, while offering adjustable gain options to meet specific application requirements. An integrated prototyping area and onboard temperature-sensing terminals enable circuit customization and real-time junction-temperature monitoring during evaluation.
Features
- Designed for rapid prototyping and evaluation of the PA169PQ operational power amplifier
- Provides flexible connections for inputs, outputs, and signal conditioning to support a wide range of applications
- Includes an additional prototyping area for testing standard and custom circuit configurations
- Supports both inverting and non-inverting amplifier configurations
- Optional improved Howland current pump configuration
- Onboard temperature sensing terminals enable real-time output-stage junction temperature monitoring
- Offers flexibility for modifying amplifier gain to meet application requirements
- Includes a pre-assembled daughter board with the PA169PQ dual power amplifier and heat sink
- Provides multiple BNC connectors, banana jack connections, and numerous test points for convenient evaluation and measurement
- Supports boost supply operation through dedicated supply connections
- Includes the HS36 heat sink for proper thermal management during testing
- Enables monitoring of input and output waveforms using oscilloscope test points
Applications
- Evaluating and prototyping designs based on the PA169PQ power operational amplifier
- Developing high-voltage and high-current analog circuits
- Testing inverting and non-inverting amplifier designs
- Implementing and analyzing Howland current pump circuits
- Characterizing amplifier thermal performance using onboard temperature monitoring
- Rapid proof-of-concept development and circuit experimentation using the integrated prototyping area
- Educational, laboratory, and engineering evaluation environments requiring flexible power amplifier testing capabilities
Overview
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