The Tektronix P5205 is a 100 MHz high-voltage active differential oscilloscope probe designed to safely measure differential voltages up to 1300 V and common-mode voltages up to 1000 V RMS. Featuring the TekProbe BNC interface, it provides automatic scaling and power directly from compatible Tektronix oscilloscopes.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | TekProbe BNC (Level II) Interface |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | Powered via TekProbe BNC interface from compatible host instrument, or through optional 1103 external power supply |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 50 |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 207 mm x 36 mm x 22 mm (probe head) |
Electrical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Bandwidth | 100 MHz |
| Rise Time | 3.5 ns |
| Attenuation Ratio | 50x, 500x |
| DC Gain Accuracy | ±3% |
| Differential Input Resistance | 10 MΩ |
| Differential Input Capacitance | 2 pF |
| Input Resistance to Ground | 5 MΩ |
| Input Capacitance to Ground | 4 pF |
| Maximum Differential Input Voltage (500x) | ±1300 V (DC + Peak AC) |
| Maximum Differential Input Voltage (50x) | ±130 V (DC + Peak AC) |
| Maximum Common Mode Input Voltage | 1000 V RMS CAT II |
| Maximum Voltage to Earth Ground | 1000 V RMS CAT II |
| Common Mode Rejection Ratio (CMRR) at 60 Hz | 80 dB (10,000:1) |
| Common Mode Rejection Ratio (CMRR) at 100 kHz | 60 dB (1,000:1) |
| Common Mode Rejection Ratio (CMRR) at 1 MHz | 50 dB (300:1) |
| Common Mode Rejection Ratio (CMRR) at 100 MHz | 30 dB (30:1) |
| Output Termination Impedance Requirements | 50 Ω (Into TekProbe compatible BNC input) |
Physical and Mechanical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Probe Cable Length | 1.5 m |
Environmental and Safety Compliance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Non-Operating Temperature Range | -40 °C to +75 °C |
| Operating Altitude Limit | 3,000 m (10,000 feet) |
| Non-Operating Altitude Limit | 15,240 m (50,000 feet) |
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Propagation Delay | 17 ns (typical) |
| Linear Output Range | ±2.6 V into 50 Ω |
Indicators
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Overrange Indicator | Visual red LED |
Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Humidity | Up to 90% RH at +30 °C, 75% RH at +40 °C, 45% RH at +50 °C |
| Non-operating Humidity | Up to 90% RH at +30 °C, 85% RH at +40 °C, 75% RH at +50 °C |
Compliance & Safety
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Safety Standards | UL3111-1, EN61010-1, CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 1010.1-92, IEC61010-1 |
| Pollution Degree | 2 (operating) |
| Installation Category | CAT III 600 V, CAT II 1000 V |
Electrical Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Output Impedance | 50 Ω |
| Signal Coupling | DC |
Accessories
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Standard Accessories Included | 2 plunger hook clips, 2 plunger pincer clips, 2 plunger alligator clips, 2 extension cables, lead optimizer, adjustment tool |
Technology
Active Differential
Applications
High-voltage differential measurements, motor drives, power supplies