The Tektronix P6249 is a high-performance 4 GHz active FET probe designed for high-speed digital design and debugging. Offering a rapid rise time of less than 120 ps, low input capacitance of under 1 pF, and a 4 Vp-p dynamic range, it provides excellent signal fidelity for probing small-geometry surface mount devices.

Specifications

General

ParameterValue
InterfacesTekProbe II BNC

Physical

ParameterValue
Power SupplyPowered directly via TekProbe II BNC interface, or via Tektronix 1103 TekProbe Power Supply
Operating Temperature0 °C to +50 °C

Electrical Specifications

ParameterValue
Bandwidth4 GHz
Rise Time (10% to 90%)< 120 ps (guaranteed)
Attenuation Ratio5X

Input Characteristics

ParameterValue
Input Resistance20 kΩ
Input Capacitance< 1.0 pF
Linear Dynamic Range4 Vp-p
Input Offset Range±22 V
Maximum Non-Destructive Input Voltage±15 V (DC + peak AC)

Host Interface & Compatibility

ParameterValue
Host Oscilloscope CompatibilityTektronix TDS7000B, CSA7000B, TDS6000B, TDS700, and TDS600 series
Alternative Interface SupportCompatible with conventional BNC interfaces via Tektronix 1103 TekProbe Power Supply

Physical & Mechanical Properties

ParameterValue
Probe Head Form FactorSmall Form Factor
Cable Length1.3 m

Performance

ParameterValue
Output Impedance50 Ω
Propagation Delay5.3 ns (typical)
DC Attenuation Accuracy±2%
System Noise< 1.5 mV RMS

Environmental

ParameterValue
Non-Operating Temperature-55 °C to +75 °C
Operating AltitudeUp to 3,000 m
Non-Operating AltitudeUp to 15,240 m
Operating Humidity0% to 90% RH (at up to +30 °C), 0% to 75% RH (+30 °C to +50 °C)
Non-Operating Humidity0% to 90% RH (at up to +30 °C), 0% to 75% RH (+30 °C to +60 °C)

Compliance

ParameterValue
Safety CertificationsUL3111-1, CSA1010.1, EN61010-1/A2

Technology

Active FET Probe

Applications

High-speed digital system design, semiconductor device characterization, and debugging