Tektronix P7380A

Active Differential Oscilloscope Probe, 8GHz, X5/X25, TekConnect

New Z-Active� probing architecture leads the way for high speed probing applications

Leveraging Tektronix expertise and innovation, we created a revolutionary Z-Active probe architecture that sets the industry benchmark for signal fidelity. Tektronix' new active probe architecture preserves high bandwidth while providing improved connectivity with low loading. The Z-Active architecture is a new hybrid approach composed of a distributed attenuator topology feeding an active probe amplifier.

With Z-Active architecture, the P7380A uses a tiny passive probe tip element that is separate from the amplifier, extending the usable reach of the probe. In traditional active probes, adding this much length can introduce signal fidelity problems. However the new P7380A architecture maintains high DC input resistance and presents a higher AC impedance than previous probe architectures. It accomplishes this while providing significant length between the probe body and the probe attachment point to the DUT. This architecture provides the best of both worlds, high DC impedance like existing active probes, along with the stable high frequency loading of Z0 probes.

Usability

The P7380 uses our new Tip-Clip� assemblies, an interchangeable probe tip system that enables customers to configure their probe with the optimal tip for their application. These detachable assemblies make it possible to replace a tip for a fraction of the cost formerly associated with such hardware changes. At introduction, there are nine assemblies; three with flex tips each in two lengths, two resistor assemblies of different size, and an assembly for handheld applications with variable spacing. The several lengths and variable spacing of the assemblies provide flexibility for adapting to vias and other test points of differing sizes. With Tektronix Tip-Clip assemblies, Monday�s solder-in probe can become Tuesday�s handheld tool, simply by switching tips.

Versatility

The P7380A probe design allows for solder in applications. Handheld or fixtured probing can be performed using the optional P7380HHA Handheld Adapter Kit.

Comes complete with Certificate of Traceable Calibration and Calibration Data Report