Abstract:
A feedback oscillator circuit provides a load waveform which is intentionally distorted, delivering plural and shifting frequency energy to and from a piezoelectric crystal transducer which operates an ultrasonic cleaner; the transducer is thus made to vibrate in timed bursts, while automatically shifting between different predominant frequencies during each burst. By adjusting specific circuit components, the duration and timing of predominant frequencies generated by the circuit is controlled. This automatic frequency shifting mode of operation provides improved cavitation, controllable for a specific desired result, and therefore provides superior cleaning in the cleaning tank.