The Tektronix TDP0500 is a 500 MHz active differential probe designed for use with oscilloscopes featuring the TekVPI™ interface. It provides high-speed differential signal acquisition with low device loading, excellent common-mode rejection, and versatile connectivity for modern digital system design and debugging.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | TekVPI |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | Powered directly by host oscilloscope via TekVPI interface |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C to +40 °C |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 106.7 mm x 41.1 mm x 31.8 mm (compensation box) |
| Weight | 0.146 |
Electrical Performance Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Bandwidth | 500 MHz |
| Rise Time (10% to 90%) | < 700 ps |
| Attenuation Ratios | 5x, 50x |
| DC Attenuation Accuracy | ±2% |
| Input Resistance (Differential Mode) | 1 MΩ |
| Input Resistance (Common Mode) | 500 kΩ |
| Input Capacitance (Differential Mode) | < 1 pF |
| Input Capacitance (Common Mode) | < 2 pF |
| System Noise (Referred to Input, 5x) | < 2 mV RMS |
| System Noise (Referred to Input, 50x) | < 15 mV RMS |
| Propagation Delay | 5.4 ns (typical) |
Voltage Range and Signal Limits
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Differential Dynamic Range (5x) | ±4.25 V |
| Differential Dynamic Range (50x) | ±42 V |
| Common Mode Operating Range | ±42 V |
| Maximum Non-Destructive Input Voltage (DC + Peak AC) | ±42 V |
Common Mode Rejection Ratio (CMRR)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| CMRR at 60 Hz | ≥ 80 dB |
| CMRR at 1 MHz | ≥ 50 dB |
| CMRR at 100 MHz | ≥ 30 dB |
| CMRR at 500 MHz | ≥ 26 dB |
Connectivity and Interfaces
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Output Connection Interface Type | TekVPI |
| Auto-Scaling / Auto-ID Support | Yes |
| Cable Length | 1.2 m |
Environmental and Safety Compliance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Non-Operating Temperature Range | -40 °C to +71 °C |
| Operating Humidity Range | 5% to 95% RH (at or below +30 °C); 5% to 85% RH (+30 °C to +40 °C) |
| Operating Altitude | Up to 3,000 m |
| Non-Operating Altitude | Up to 15,240 m |
Physical Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Probe Head Dimensions (W x H x D) | 10.9 mm x 7.6 mm x 57.2 mm |
Compliance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Safety Compliance | UL61010-1, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61010-1, EN61010-1, IEC61010-1 |
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Selectable Bandwidth Limits | Full (500 MHz), 1 MHz, 10 kHz, 100 Hz |
| DC Reject | 0.4 Hz, 4 Hz |
| Offset Range | ±42 V |
Controls & Indicators
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Compensation Box Controls | Menu, Range, Bandwidth, and AutoZero buttons |
Technology
Active Differential
Applications
High-speed digital system design, differential signaling analysis, power supply design, and spectral measurements
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