5 channel Time Interval Meter

SKU: GFT2005 Categories: ,

High-precision 5-channel time interval meter featuring 13 ps resolution, <50 ps RMS jitter, and a built-in web server for easy remote control.

Features:

- Channels: 5-channel Time-Interval Meter (1 Start, 4 Stops)

- Time Resolution: 13 picoseconds

- Time Range: > 100 seconds

- Jitter: < 50 ps RMS (for time intervals below 1 ms)

- Sample Rate: Up to 10 MHz per channel

- Input Impedance: 50 Ω, DC coupled

- Threshold Control: Programmable from -2.5 to +2.5 Volts

- Measurement Modes: Single or Repetitive (Mean, Max, Min, RMS/Jitter processing)

- Clock Reference: Internal 10 MHz or External 10 MHz ± 10 ppm

- Control Interface: 10/100/1000 Mb/s Ethernet with built-in Web Server

- Form Factor: Compact 19”, 1U Rackmount (Optional mounting flange)

- GPIO: 4 digital bi-directional signals for external communication

Description:

The GFT2005 is designed for advanced timing applications where precision and stability are critical. Its 13 picosecond resolution and Ethernet-based control make it ideal for use in:

  • High-Energy Physics Experiments – Precise time-of-flight and event correlation measurements
  • LIDAR Systems – Accurate pulse timing for distance and object detection
  • Photonics & Laser Labs – Synchronizing laser pulses and measuring optical event timing
  • Test & Measurement Systems – Multi-channel timing capture for validation and verification
  • Aerospace & Defense – Time interval measurement in radar and signal tracking systems
  • Metrology & Calibration – High-resolution time measurement in lab and industrial environments

 

The GFT2505 is a high-precision Time Interval Meter designed for engineers and researchers who require sub-nanosecond accuracy in a rack-mount form factor. Featuring one dedicated “Start” channel and four independent “Stop” channels, the instrument provides a 13 picosecond resolution and a wide measurement range exceeding 100 seconds, making it ideal for characterizing complex pulse sequences and time-of-flight applications.

 

With a 10 MHz sample rate  per channel and less than 50 ps RMS jitter, the GFT2505 ensures highly repeatable data collection for statistical analysis. The system automatically processes measurements to provide real-time Mean, Max, Min, and RMS/Jitter values, allowing for immediate performance evaluation without the need for post-processing software.

 

The instrument is engineered for seamless lab integration via a 10/100/1000 Mbit/s Ethernet interface and a built-in web server. This allows users to configure settings, view graphical measurement data, and save files directly to a PC from any standard web browser in seconds.

 

Additionally, four programmable GPIO signals facilitate communication with external equipment for automated test sequences.

 

Housed in a compact 19-inch, 1U rack enclosure, the GFT2505 supports both internal and external 10 MHz references to maintain long-term stability across diverse experimental environments.

 

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