Test Leads - Oscilloscope Probes

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6493

6493

Pomona Electronics

OSCOPE PRB X10 60MHZ/150MHZ 10M

0

6497

6497

Pomona Electronics

OSCOPE PRB X10 350MHZ/350MHZ 10M

4

6500

6500

Pomona Electronics

OSCOPE PROBE X1/X10 100MHZ 1/10M

2

6069A

6069A

Pomona Electronics

OSCOPE PROBE X10 250MHZ 10M

1

6495

6495

Pomona Electronics

OSCOPE PRB X10 100MHZ/250MHZ 10M

0

6499

6499

Pomona Electronics

OSCP P X1/10 60/20/150MHZ 1/10M

0

5812A

5812A

Pomona Electronics

OSCOPE PROBE X10 300MHZ 10M

2

6551

6551

Pomona Electronics

OSCOPE PRB X10 500MHZ/500MHZ 10M

0

6494

6494

Pomona Electronics

OSCOPE PRB X10 60MHZ/150MHZ 10M

0

6491

6491

Pomona Electronics

OSCOPE PROBE X1 60MHZ/30MHZ 1M

0

6554

6554

Pomona Electronics

OSCOPE PRB X10 500MHZ/500MHZ 10M

0

6498

6498

Pomona Electronics

OSCOPE PROBE X100 400/500MHZ 50M

15

6496

6496

Pomona Electronics

OSCOPE PRB X10 350MHZ/350MHZ 10M

0

72941

72941

Pomona Electronics

OSCOPE PROBE X10 500MHZ 10M

0

72940-8

72940-8

Pomona Electronics

OSCOPE PROBE X10 500MHZ 10M

0

1898438

1898438

Pomona Electronics

250 MHZ X10 OSCILLOSCOPE PROBE

0

72940-2

72940-2

Pomona Electronics

OSCOPE PROBE X10 500MHZ 10M

0

6033

6033

Pomona Electronics

OSCOPE PROBE X10 200MHZ 1M

0

5795A

5795A

Pomona Electronics

OSCOPE PROBE X10 100MHZ 10M

0

6731

6731

Pomona Electronics

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

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

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