The Tektronix P6243 is a 1 GHz active FET oscilloscope probe designed for low-circuit-loading signal acquisition on modern high-speed digital designs and surface-mount devices. Featuring an input capacitance of ≤1 pF and 1 MΩ input resistance, the P6243 connects directly to TEKPROBE BNC interface oscilloscopes without requiring external power supplies or cables.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | TEKPROBE BNC |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | Powered directly via TEKPROBE BNC interface |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C to +50 °C |
Key Performance Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Analog Bandwidth (-3 dB) | 1 GHz (probe only) |
| System Bandwidth | 500 MHz (when paired with 500 MHz Tektronix oscilloscopes) |
| Rise Time (10% to 90%) | <350 ps |
| Input Capacitance | ≤1 pF |
| Input Resistance | 1 MΩ |
| Maximum Non-Destructive Input Voltage | ±15 V (DC + peak AC) |
| Linear Dynamic Range | ±8 V |
| Propagation Delay | 5.3 ns |
Electrical Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Supported Logic Families | CMOS, BiCMOS, ECL, GaAs, TTL |
| Attenuation | 10X |
| DC Attenuation Accuracy | ±2% |
| Output Termination | 50 Ω |
Physical & Mechanical Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Cable Length | 1.3 m |
| Target Lead/Pitch Compatibility | SMD devices down to 0.5 mm pitch |
Connectivity & Host Interface
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Host Oscilloscope Interface Type | TEKPROBE BNC Interface |
| Supported Oscilloscope Series | TDS3000, TDS500, TDS600, TDS700 Series (with TEKPROBE BNC interface) |
Power Requirements
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Source | Self-powered from host oscilloscope via TEKPROBE BNC interface |
Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Non-Operating Temperature | -40 °C to +71 °C |
Technology
Active FET Probing
Applications
High-speed digital system design, logic testing (CMOS, BiCMOS, ECL, GaAs, TTL), SMD circuit analysis