Test Leads - Oscilloscope Probes

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
ZS4000

ZS4000

Teledyne LeCroy

OSCOPE PROBE X10 4GHZ 1M

0

GE2522

GE2522

Cal Test Electronics

OSCOPE PRB X1/X10 190MHZ 1M/10M

0

1P20B2

1P20B2

TPI (Test Products International)

OSCOPE PROBE X1 20MHZ 1M

81

GE2502

GE2502

Cal Test Electronics

OSCOPE PROBE X1 35MHZ 1M

0

GE3421RA

GE3421RA

Cal Test Electronics

OSCOPE PROBE X100 100MHZ 100M

0

72940-2

72940-2

Pomona Electronics

OSCOPE PROBE X10 500MHZ 10M

0

GE2512RA

GE2512RA

Cal Test Electronics

OSCOPE PROBE X10 190MHZ 10M

0

6033

6033

Pomona Electronics

OSCOPE PROBE X10 200MHZ 1M

0

85RF II

85RF II

Fluke Electronics

OSCOPE PROBE X1 500MHZ 10M

0

5014264

5014264

Fluke Electronics

OSCOPE PROBE SET VPS421-R

0

P2502

P2502

TPI (Test Products International)

OSCOPE PROBE X100 250MHZ 100M

4

HVD3206

HVD3206

Teledyne LeCroy

OSCOPE PROBE X50/X500 120MHZ 10M

0

PP018-2

PP018-2

Teledyne LeCroy

OSCOPE PROBE X10 500MHZ 10M

0

5795A

5795A

Pomona Electronics

OSCOPE PROBE X10 100MHZ 10M

0

6731

6731

Pomona Electronics

OSCOPE P X20/X200 20/20MHZ 5/10M

0

HVD3102

HVD3102

Teledyne LeCroy

OSCOPE PROBE X100/X1K 25MHZ 10M

0

PP010-1

PP010-1

Teledyne LeCroy

OSCOPE PROBE X10 200MHZ 10M

0

ADP300

ADP300

Teledyne LeCroy

OSCOPE PROBE X100/X1K 20MHZ 8M

0

321080035

321080035

Seeed

OSCOPE PRB X1/X10 20/60MHZ 12/9M

0

PP017-2

PP017-2

Teledyne LeCroy

OSCOPE PROBE X10 250MHZ 10M

0

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

RFQ BOM Call Skype Email
Top