Test Leads - Oscilloscope Probes

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
72941

72941

Pomona Electronics

OSCOPE PROBE X10 500MHZ 10M

0

974312000

974312000

Altech Corporation

OSCOPE PRB X1/X10 20/150MHZ 10M

0

PR-60

PR-60

B&K Precision

OSCOPE PROBE X10/X100 25MHZ 4M

0

VPS420-V

VPS420-V

Fluke Electronics

OSCOPE PROBE X100 150MHZ

0

GE3121SA

GE3121SA

Cal Test Electronics

OSCOPE PROBE X100 150MHZ 100M

0

GE2512

GE2512

Cal Test Electronics

OSCOPE PROBE X10 190MHZ 10M

0

GE3121RA

GE3121RA

Cal Test Electronics

OSCOPE PROBE X100 150MHZ 100M

0

HVD3102A

HVD3102A

Teledyne LeCroy

OSCOPE PROBE X100/X1K 25MHZ 10M

0

VPS421-G

VPS421-G

Fluke Electronics

OSCOPE PROBE GREY

0

72940-8

72940-8

Pomona Electronics

OSCOPE PROBE X10 500MHZ 10M

0

VPS420-B

VPS420-B

Fluke Electronics

OSCOPE PROBE X100 150MHZ

0

CT4068-EU

CT4068-EU

Cal Test Electronics

OSCOPE PROBE X10/X100 35MHZ 9M

0

1898438

1898438

Pomona Electronics

250 MHZ X10 OSCILLOSCOPE PROBE

0

VPS40-III

VPS40-III

Fluke Electronics

OSCOPE PROBE X10 40MHZ 5M

0

P2503

P2503

TPI (Test Products International)

OSCOPE PROBE X100 250MHZ 100M

44

ZS2500

ZS2500

Teledyne LeCroy

OSCOPE PROBE X10 2.5GHZ 1M

0

VPS410-II-V

VPS410-II-V

Fluke Electronics

OSCOPE PROBE X10 500MHZ 10M

0

1P20B3

1P20B3

TPI (Test Products International)

OSCOPE PROBE X1 20MHZ 1M

80

VPS101

VPS101

Fluke Electronics

OSCOPE PROBE X1 30MHZ 1M

0

SP250B3

SP250B3

TPI (Test Products International)

OSCOPE PRB X1/X10 250MHZ 1M/10M

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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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