Test Leads - Oscilloscope Probes

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
P100B

P100B

TPI (Test Products International)

OSCOPE PROBE X10 100MHZ 10M

31250

ADF25C

ADF25C

TPI (Test Products International)

OSCOPE PROBE X100 70MHZ 10M/20M

24

CT4197

CT4197

Cal Test Electronics

DIFFERENTIAL PROBE KIT, 100 MHZ,

5

HVD3220

HVD3220

Teledyne LeCroy

2KV 400MHZ HIGH VOLTAGE DIFFEREN

0

ZD1000

ZD1000

Teledyne LeCroy

OSCOPE PROBE X10 1GHZ 1M

6

PP019-1

PP019-1

Teledyne LeCroy

OSCOPE PROBE X10 250MHZ 10M

16

PP007-WR-1

PP007-WR-1

Teledyne LeCroy

OSCOPE PROBE X10 500MHZ 10M

12

VPS220-R

VPS220-R

Fluke Electronics

OSCOPE PROBE X100 200MHZ 100M

0

SP3050A

SP3050A

Siglent Technologies

PROBE KIT OSCILLOSCOPE 500MHZ

3

PR 33A

PR 33A

B&K Precision

OSCOPE P X1/X10 15/90MHZ 1M/10M

0

VPS210-R

VPS210-R

Fluke Electronics

OSCOPE PROBE X10 200MHZ 10M

2

4847

4847

Introspect Technology

OSCOPE PROBE X1 5GHZ 1K

1

6493

6493

Pomona Electronics

OSCOPE PRB X10 60MHZ/150MHZ 10M

0

CT4076-NA

CT4076-NA

Cal Test Electronics

OSCOPE PROBE X100/X1K 35MHZ 50M

2

ZD200

ZD200

Teledyne LeCroy

OSCOPE PROBE X10 200MHZ 1M

20

DPB5700A

DPB5700A

Siglent Technologies

PROBE HV DIFFERENTIAL 100MHZ 2%

0

ADF25

ADF25

TPI (Test Products International)

OSCOPE PRB X20/X200 25MHZ 4M/8M

621

CT3687

CT3687

Cal Test Electronics

OSCOPE PROBE X100/X1K 100MHZ 4M

5

GE1512

GE1512

Cal Test Electronics

OSCOPE PROBE X10 135MHZ 10M

0

PP016

PP016

Teledyne LeCroy

OSCOPE P X1/X10 10/300MHZ 1M/10M

10

Test Leads - Oscilloscope Probes

1. Overview

Oscilloscope probes and test leads are critical interface components between electronic circuits under test and measurement instruments. They ensure accurate signal transmission while minimizing circuit loading effects. These probes convert physical electrical signals into measurable waveforms, enabling engineers to analyze voltage, current, timing, and signal integrity in real time. Their importance in modern electronics spans from R&D validation to field service diagnostics.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

TypeFunctional CharacteristicsApplication Examples
Passive Voltage ProbesHigh impedance (10M ), 1:1 or 10:1 attenuation, no power requiredBasic circuit troubleshooting, education labs
Active Voltage ProbesPowered design, 50k impedance, 1:1 attenuation, high bandwidth (>1GHz)High-speed digital circuits, RF testing
Current ProbesNon-invasive measurement via Hall effect or current transformerSwitching power supplies, motor drives
Differential ProbesMeasure voltage between two points, reject common-mode noiseHigh-voltage floating measurements, balanced circuits
Logic ProbesDigital signal detection with threshold indicatorsDigital circuit debugging, embedded systems

3. Structure and Components

Typical probe construction includes: - Probe tip (spring-loaded or solderable contact) - Ground lead (short/adjustable length) - Coaxial cable (50 or 75 shielded) - Compensation network (variable capacitor for frequency response adjustment) - BNC/SMA interface (50 matched connector) - Attenuation switch (for 1x/10x selection) - Probe head (ergonomic design with overvoltage protection)

4. Key Technical Specifications

ParameterDescriptionImportance
BandwidthFrequency range (-3dB point)Determines signal fidelity for high-speed transitions
Input ImpedanceResistance and capacitance presented to DUTAffects circuit loading (typically 10M //15pF)
Attenuation RatioSignal scaling factor (e.g., 10:1)Extends measurement range while maintaining impedance
Rise TimeFastest measurable edge (10-90%)Essential for digital signal analysis
Parasitic CapacitanceTip capacitance (<1pF for active probes)Impacts high-frequency measurement accuracy
CMRRCommon-mode rejection ratioCritical for differential signal integrity

5. Application Areas

  • Electronics Manufacturing (PCB testing, component validation)
  • Automotive Electronics (ECU analysis, CAN bus troubleshooting)
  • Telecommunications (5G signal analysis, fiber optic transceivers)
  • Medical Equipment (ECG machine diagnostics, imaging system validation)
  • Education & Research (University labs, prototype development)

6. Leading Manufacturers & Products

ManufacturerRepresentative ProductKey Specifications
TektronixP6139B500MHz, 10:1 passive probe, 10M impedance
KeysightN2790A2GHz active differential probe, 50k input
Flukei410scAC/DC current probe, 1500A range, 100kHz bandwidth
Rohde & SchwarzRTH-HDO441GHz bandwidth, 4-channel logic probe
SiglentSP2020200MHz passive probe, 10M , 10:1 attenuation

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations include: - Bandwidth matching (3-5 signal frequency) - Impedance compatibility (10M for general use, 50 for high-speed) - Signal type (voltage/current/differential) - Environmental factors (temperature, vibration) - Safety ratings (CAT II/III for industrial environments) - Cost vs. performance trade-offs

8. Industry Trends

Current trends include: - Development of 10GHz+ bandwidth active probes - Integration with AI-based signal integrity analysis - Wireless probe systems for hazardous environments - Enhanced EMI shielding for 5G/mmWave testing - Standardization of probe calibration procedures (ISO/IEC 17025) - Miniaturization for high-density PCB measurements

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