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Key Features

  • Analyze, generate and control from DC to 50 MHz
  • Precisely measure two differential voltage signals
  • Demodulate up to 6 harmonics simultaneously
  • Fast measurement time and low noise floor
  • Configurability with multiple auxiliary input/outputs
  • LabOne® toolset including Scope, Sweeper, and Spectrum Analyzer
  • Expand your toolset with upgrade options

The product is discontinued. It has been replaced by the VHFLI Lock-in Amplifier.

The Zurich Instruments HF2LI is a digital lock-in amplifier covering the frequency range between DC and 50 MHz. It is the instrument of choice for the characterization of MEMS devices such as gyroscopes and for measurements in the area of microfluidics. The HF2LI is equipped with the Zurich Instruments control software LabOne, which provides a web-based user interface featuring a spectrum analyzer, a sweeper and a basic oscilloscope, among others. A number of upgrade options can extend the functionality of the HF2LI to adapt to different applications. Furthermore, combining the HF2LI with the HF2TA Current Amplifier enables direct current readout.

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HF2LI-MF

Multi-Frequency Option

Zurich Instruments HF2 MF Multi-frequency

Key Features

  • Signal input switch matrix for all 6 demodulators
  • Arbitrary frequency for all 6 demodulators
  • Oscillator switch matrix
  • Individual demodulator filter settings (slope and time constant)

HF2LI-MOD

AM/FM Modulation Option

Zurich Instruments HF2 MOD AM/FM Modulation

Key Features

  • Simultaneous amplitude modulation and demodulation
  • Simultaneous frequency modulation and demodulation
  • Dual-demodulator (input) and dual-modulator (output) configurations
  • Harmonic analysis
  • Sideband separation (single-sided modulation)
  • Support for bimodal and multi-modal modulation for AFM

HF2LI-PLL

Dual Phase-Locked Loop Option

Zurich Instruments HF2 PLL Phase-Locked Loop

Key Features

  • Dual programmable digital PLL
  • PLL bandwidth programmable over a wide range
  • PLL Advisor (for adjustment of target bandwidth)
  • Configurable phase detector and PID controller
  • Best-in-class harmonic input and harmonic output distortion
  • Output of frequency deviation on auxiliary output connectors
  • Fully integrated with dual-unit lock-in amplifier

HF2LI-PID

Quad PID Controller Option

Zurich Instruments HF2 PID Quad PID Controller

Key Features

  • 4 fully programmable PID controllers
  • PID Tuner and PID Advisor with 4 simulation models
  • Flexible setpoint configuration: toggle, external, manual, cascaded
  • Anti-windup
  • Arithmetic Unit

HF2TA

50 MHz Current Amplifier

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Key Features

  • 50 MHz frequency range
  • 2 independent amplification channels
  • Wide range of precision transimpedance gain settings (100 V/A to 100 MV/A)
  • Integrated offset adjustment and compensation
  • Low noise and low input leakage
  • Bias output for sensor power
  • Dedicated interface to HF2 instruments (no direct PC link)