The Tektronix TDP3500 is a 3.5 GHz active differential oscilloscope probe designed for high-speed digital design, testing, and debugging. Utilizing the TekVPI interface, it connects directly to compatible Tektronix oscilloscopes for automatic scaling and power.
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) | Comp. box: 41 mm × 26 mm × 107 mm; Probe head: 4.9 mm × 7.8 mm × 56.6 mm |
| Weight | 0.146 kg |
Electrical Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Bandwidth | 3.5 GHz |
| Rise Time (10% to 90%) | < 140 ps |
| Attenuation Ratio | 5X, 50X |
| DC Gain Accuracy | ±2% |
| Propagation Delay | 5.4 ns (typical) |
Input Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Input Resistance (Differential) | 100 kΩ |
| Input Resistance (Common Mode) | 50 kΩ |
| Input Capacitance (Differential) | < 0.3 pF |
| Input Capacitance (Common Mode) | < 0.6 pF |
| Linear Dynamic Range | ±2 V (5X), ±15 V (50X) |
| Common Mode Input Range | ±15 V |
| Input Offset Range | ±1 V (5X), ±15 V (50X) |
| Maximum Non-Destructive Input Voltage | ±30 V (DC + peak AC) |
Physical & Mechanical Properties
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Cable Length | 1.2 m (4 ft) |
Environmental Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Non-Operating Temperature Range | -40 °C to +71 °C |
| Operating Altitude | Up to 3,000 m (9,843 ft) |
| Non-Operating Altitude | Up to 12,192 m (40,000 ft) |
Standard Accessories & Ordering Options
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Standard Accessories | Y-lead adapter, solder-in tips, microgator clips, ground leads, color-coding bands, carrying case |
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Common Mode Rejection Ratio (1 MHz) | >55 dB |
| Common Mode Rejection Ratio (100 MHz) | >50 dB |
| Common Mode Rejection Ratio (1 GHz) | >30 dB |
| Common Mode Rejection Ratio (3.5 GHz) | >25 dB |
| Probe-only Noise (5X attenuation) | <2 mV RMS |
| Probe-only Noise (25X attenuation) | <6 mV RMS (50X attenuation) |
| Rise Time (20% to 80%) | < 80 ps (typical) |
| Input Coupling | DC |
| Common Mode Rejection Ratio (50 Hz) | > 60 dB (typical) |
Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Humidity | 5% to 95% RH up to +30 °C; 5% to 85% RH above +30 °C up to +40 °C |
| Non-Operating Humidity | 5% to 95% RH up to +30 °C; 5% to 85% RH above +30 °C up to +60 °C |
| Pollution Degree | 2 |
Compliance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Safety Compliance | UL 61010-031, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61010-031, IEC 61010-031 |
Compatibility
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Host Compatibility | Tektronix oscilloscopes with TekVPI interface |
Technology
Active Differential Oscilloscope Probe
Applications
High-speed digital system design, characterization, and debugging; serial data compliance testing; differential signaling measurements
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