The Tektronix P7513A is a high-performance 13 GHz TriMode differential oscilloscope probe designed for use with TekConnect host oscilloscopes. Featuring TriMode technology, it allows users to perform differential, single-ended, and common-mode measurements through a single connection point, improving efficiency and signal fidelity in high-speed digital design and debugging applications.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | TekConnect |
| Warranty | 1 year |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | Powered via TekConnect host interface |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C to 40 °C |
| Weight | 0.153 kg |
Electrical & Performance Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Analog Bandwidth | 13 GHz |
| Rise Time (10% to 90%) | < 40 ps (typical) |
| Rise Time (20% to 80%) | < 28 ps (typical) |
| Attenuation Settings | 5x, 12.5x |
| DC Input Resistance (Differential) | 100 kΩ |
| DC Input Resistance (Single-Ended) | 50 kΩ |
| Input Dynamic Range (Differential, 5x setting) | 0.75 V p-p (±0.375 V) |
| Input Dynamic Range (Differential, 12.5x setting) | 1.75 V p-p (±0.875 V) |
| Operating Voltage Window (Common Mode Range) | +2.5 V to -1.5 V |
| Offset Range | +2.5 V to -1.5 V |
| Maximum Non-Destructive Input Voltage | ±15 V (DC + peak AC) |
| Common Mode Rejection Ratio (CMRR) at DC | > 60 dB |
| Common Mode Rejection Ratio (CMRR) at 1 GHz | > 30 dB (typical) |
| System Noise (Referred to Input, 5x setting) | < 1.1 mV RMS |
| System Noise (Referred to Input, 12.5x setting) | < 2.5 mV RMS |
Measurement Modes
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Differential Mode | A minus B (TriMode setting) |
| Single-Ended Mode A | A minus Ground (TriMode setting) |
| Single-Ended Mode B | B minus Ground (TriMode setting) |
| Common Mode | Average of A and B (TriMode setting) |
Connectivity & Host Interface
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Oscilloscope Interface Type | TekConnect |
| Cable Length | 1.2 m |
Environmental Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Non-Operating Temperature Range | -50 °C to 105 °C |
| Operating Humidity Range | 0% to 90% RH (at or below 30 °C); 0% to 75% RH (above 30 °C to 40 °C) |
| Operating Altitude | 3,000 m (9,843 feet) |
| Non-Operating Altitude | 12,000 m (39,370 feet) |
Compliance & Calibration
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Recommended Calibration Interval | 1 year |
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Propagation Delay | 5.6 ns ±0.1 ns |
| DC Attenuation Accuracy | ±2.0% (probe only), ±3.0% (system) |
| Output Impedance | 50 Ω |
Features
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| TriMode Settings | Differential (A-B), Single-Ended A (A-GND), Single-Ended B (B-GND), Common-Mode ((A+B)/2 - GND) |
User Interface
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Probe Control Button | Allows switching between TriMode settings directly from the probe body |
Compatibility
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Host Oscilloscope Compatibility | TekConnect oscilloscopes (DPO70000, DSA70000, MSO70000 series or equivalent with TekConnect interface) |
Technology
TriMode Differential Probe
Applications
High-Speed Serial Bus Design, Signal Integrity, and Characterization