The Tektronix P5200 is an active high-voltage differential oscilloscope probe designed to allow safe, floating measurements of circuit components. With a bandwidth of 50 MHz, attenuation settings of 50x and 500x, and a maximum differential voltage range of up to ±1300 V, it is ideal for analyzing power electronics, motor drives, and industrial electrical systems. The probe features standard safety banana plug inputs and an integrated warning system with audible and visual overrange indicators.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | BNC (male) output with specialized power jack |
| Warm-up Period | 20 minutes |
| Standard Warranty | 1 year |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 9 V DC via external AC adapter or powered from a Tektronix 1103 power supply |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to +50 °C |
Electrical & Signal Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Bandwidth | 50 MHz |
| Rise Time | < 7 ns |
| Attenuation Ratios | 50x / 500x |
| DC Attenuation Accuracy | ±3% |
| Maximum Differential Voltage (50x) | ±130 V (DC + peak AC) |
| Maximum Differential Voltage (500x) | ±1300 V (DC + peak AC) |
| Maximum Common-Mode Voltage | ±1300 V (DC + peak AC) |
| Maximum Input Voltage-to-Earth (RMS) | 1000 V RMS |
| Maximum Input Voltage-to-Earth (CAT Rating) | 1000 V CAT II / 600 V CAT III |
| Input Resistance (Differential) | 8 MΩ |
| Input Capacitance (Differential) | 4 pF |
| Input Resistance (Each Input to Ground) | 4 MΩ |
| Input Capacitance (Each Input to Ground) | 8 pF |
| Common-Mode Rejection Ratio (CMRR) at 50/60 Hz | -80 dB |
| Common-Mode Rejection Ratio (CMRR) at 100 kHz | -50 dB |
| Common-Mode Rejection Ratio (CMRR) at 1 MHz | -30 dB |
| Output Voltage Range (Into 1 Megohm) | ±2.6 V |
Connectivity & Interface
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Output Connector Type | BNC (male) |
| Oscilloscope Termination Requirement | 1 MΩ |
| Input Lead Connection Interface | Integrated banana plugs (shrouded) |
Power Requirements
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Source Options | External AC Adapter (9 V DC output) or Tektronix 1103 Power Supply |
| AC Adapter Output | 9 VDC, 200 mA |
Safety & Compliance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Overvoltage Category Rating | 1000 V CAT II / 600 V CAT III |
| Safety Standards | UL3111-1, CSA1010.1, EN61010-1, IEC61010-2-031 |
| Overrange Indicator | Audible buzzer and red LED |
Environmental Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Temperature Range | 0 °C to +50 °C |
| Storage Temperature Range | -40 °C to +75 °C |
| Operating Humidity Range (Relative Humidity) | Up to 90% RH at or below 30 °C |
| Operating Altitude Limit | 2000 m |
| Storage Altitude Limit | 15240 m |
Physical Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Input Lead Length | 30 cm |
| Output Cable Length | 1.5 m |
Accessories & Calibration
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Calibration Interval Requirement | 1 year |
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Propagation Delay | 18 ns (typical) |
| Output Impedance | 50 Ω (nominal) |
| Output Offset | < ±10 mV (typical) |
Power
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Battery Life | 3 hours (typical with alkaline battery) |
| Current Consumption | 35 mA (typical) |
Environmental & Compliance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Pollution Degree | 2 |
Electrical Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Output Noise | < 2.5 mV RMS (typical, referred to output) |
| Overrange Threshold | > ±130 V (at 50x attenuation), > ±1300 V (at 500x attenuation) |
Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Humidity Range | Up to 90% RH (non-condensing) at +40 °C |
Technology
Active High-Voltage Differential Probe
Applications
Floating measurements, power supply analysis, motor control, power semiconductor evaluation