Tektronix TCP0150 AC/DC Current Probe, 150 A

The Tektronix TCP0150 Current Probe is engineered for professionals who require a reliable and precise 150 A AC/DC measurement solution. This high-performance probe excels in low-current measurement capabilities without compromising accuracy, making it a vital tool for analyzing a vast dynamic current range, suitable for both high-level and low-level signal tasks. Exclusively designed for the TekVPI™ probe interface, it ensures seamless integration with compatible oscilloscopes.

Key Features of the Tektronix TCP0150 AC/DC Current Probe:

• Easy-to-use interface facilitates accurate AC/DC current measurements.
• Direct connection to oscilloscopes via the TekVPI™ Probe Interface.
• Exceptional accuracy with typically less than 1% DC gain error.
• Capable of measuring current levels as low as 5 mA.
• Innovative design ensures low noise and minimal DC drift.
• Automatic unit scaling and readout on the oscilloscope display for ease of use.
• Remote GPIB/USB probe control functionality through the oscilloscope.
• Split-core probe head construction allows for easy connection to conductors.
• Features an easy degauss and autozero function.
• Setup controls and diagnostic indicators are accessible on both the probe hardware and the oscilloscope user interface.

Applications:

• Power supplies
• Semiconductor devices
• Power inverters/converters
• Electronic ballasts
• Industrial and consumer electronics
• Motor drives
• Transportation systems

Specifications:

Warranted Characteristics:

• Bandwidth: DC to ≥20 MHz (-3 dB); derated with frequency, calculated as rise time BW = 0.35/rise time.
• Rise time: ≤17.5 ns.
• Max RMS current: 150 A.
• Max peak pulse current: 500 A.
• Minimum sensitivity:
  • 5 mA (oscilloscope's 1 mV/div setting)
  • AC Coupling on oscilloscopes that support AC/DC coupling.
• Current ranges: 25 A and 150 A.
• Max Bare-wire voltage:
  • 600 VRMS CAT I and II
  • 300 VRMS CAT III

Typical Characteristics:

• DC accuracy:
  • Typical: ±1%
  • Warranted: 3%
• Max amp-second product:
  • 25 A range: 3,000 Aμs
  • 150 A range: 15,000 Aμs
• Insertion impedance:
  • 0.03 Ω at 1 MHz
  • 0.075 Ω at 5 MHz
  • 0.125 Ω at 10 MHz
  • 0.3 Ω at 20 MHz
• Signal delay: ≈ 21 ns.
• Displayed RMS noise: ≤500 μARMS (probe only).