Tektronix TCP404XL Probe, AC/DC current, DC to 2 MHz, 500 A DC

Tektronix TCP404XL Probe

The Tektronix TCP404XL Current Probe is an advanced split-core probe designed for precision current measurements across a spectrum of applications. Utilizing both transformer and Hall effect technologies, this probe seamlessly integrates with Tektronix oscilloscopes equipped with TEKPROBE Level II, TekConnect (with TCA-BNC), or TekVPI (with TPA-BNC) interfaces, simplifying current measurement processes for professionals in various fields.

Key Features:

• AC/DC Measurement Capabilities: Ideal for varied scenarios requiring both AC and DC measurements.
• Automatic Scaling and Units:
  • Requires a TDS TEKPROBE oscilloscope or a TekConnect oscilloscope with TCA-BNC
  • Oscilloscope on-screen readout of magnitude and amps improves usability.
  • Eliminates manual calculations, reducing measurement errors significantly.
• AC/DC Input Coupling: Versatile input options for comprehensive analysis.
• Low Insertion Impedance: Minimizes loading on the device under test (DUT).
• Split-Core Design: Facilitates quick and easy circuit connections without disrupting the circuit.
• Status Indicators: Provides visual cues for operating status and error notifications, including:
  • Degauss
  • Probe open
  • Overload
  • Not terminated into 50 Ω
  • Noncompatible probe type
• Improved Measurement Accuracy: Lower DC drift and noise make low-level current measurements more precise.
• IEC Compliance: Meets international safety and performance standards.
• Applications:
  • Ideal for development and analysis in Telecomm, Data Comm, computer, and semiconductor power electronics for:
    • Power supplies (switching and linear)
    • Semiconductor devices (SCRs, IGBTs, MOSFETs, CMOS, BJTs)
    • Power Inverters/Converters
    • Electronic ballasts
    • Industrial/Consumer electronics
    • Mobile communications (phone, satellite, relay stations)
    • Motor drives
    • Transportation systems (electronic vehicles and trains, locomotives, avionics)

Specifications:

• Bandwidth (-3 dB): DC - 2 MHz
• Rise Time: ≤ 175 ns
• Maximum Current Ratings:
  • High-current Sensitivity Range: 1 A/mV Range:
    • DC (continuous): 500 A
    • RMS (sinusoidal): 500 A
    • Peak Pulse: 750 A
• DC Accuracy:
  • Operating temp 0 °C to 50 °C: ±3% of reading
  • Typical (operating temp 23 °C ±5 °C): ±1% of reading
• Maximum Bare Wire Voltage:
  • 600 VRMS CAT I & II
  • 300 VRMS CAT III
• Lowest Measurable Current: 1 A (at ±3% accuracy at DC, with scope set to 1 mV/div and 20 MHz BW limited)
• Insertion Impedance:
  • 0.1 mΩ at 10 kHz
  • 0.6 mΩ at 100 kHz
  • 8 mΩ at 1 MHz
  • 16 mΩ at 2 MHz
• Signal Delay: 80 ns to output BNC
• Probe Amplifier Inputs: 1
• Indicators:
  • Probe Open Indicator: Yes
  • Overload Indicator: Yes
  • Termination Indicator: Yes
  • Noncompatible Probe Indicator: Yes