30 A AC/DC Current Probe
TCP0030A Datasheet
TCP0030A is a high-performance, easy-to-use AC/DC current probe
designed for use and direct connection to oscilloscopes with the TekVPI™
probe interface. This AC/DC current measurement probe provides greater
than 120 MHz of bandwidth with selectable 5 A and 30 A measurement
ranges. It also provides exceptional low-current measurement capability and
accuracy to current levels as low as 1 mA, important for meeting today's
challenging current measurement needs.
Key features
Easy-to-use and accurate AC/DC current measurements
Intelligent communication with TekVPI™ oscilloscopes provides:
Units scaling and readout. Automatic, on-screen readout of amps
and magnitude. Manual setup is not required. Hand calculation
from volts to amps is unnecessary
Push button degauss and Autozero functionality
Probe status and diagnostic indicator LEDs
Remote GPIB/USB probe control
Split-core construction allows easy circuit connection
High accuracy with typically less than 1% DC gain error
Low noise and DC drift
3rd party safety certification
Key performance specifications
DC to >120 MHz bandwidth
30 A RMS maximum current capability
50 A peak pulse current capability
High accuracy with typically less than 1% DC gain error
Accurately measures current levels as low as 1 mA
Applications
Power supplies
Semiconductor devices
Power inverters/converters
Electronic ballasts
Industrial/consumer electronics
Mobile communications
Motor drives
Transportation systems
Specifications
All specifications apply to all models unless noted otherwise.
Electrical characteristics
Bandwidth DC to ≥120 MHz
Rise time ≤2.92 ns
Maximum DC current 30 A
Maximum RMS current 30 A
Maximum peak pulse current 50 A
Maximum bare wire voltage 150 V CAT II, (insulated wire 300 V CAT II)
Sensitivity 1 mA (on oscilloscopes that support 1 mV/div setting)
DC accuracy ±1% typical
±3% warranted
Maximum Amp-Second product 500 A*µs (in 30 A range)
Insertion impedance 1 mΩ at 10 kHz
3.5 mΩ at 100 kHz
0.08 Ω at 1 MHz
0.15 mΩ at 10 MHz
0.7 Ω at 100 MHz
0.85 Ω at 120 MHz
Signal delay 14.5 ns
Current ranges 5 A and 30 A
Power requirements TCP0030A is powered directly by oscilloscopes with the TekVPI™ interface. Note: For best support, download and install the latest
version of the oscilloscope software from www.tek.com.
Physical characteristics
Probe head
Length 20 cm (7.77 in)
Width 1.6 cm (0.625 in)
Height 3.2 cm (1.25 in)
Maximum conductor size 5 mm (0.197 in)
Cable Length 200 cm (79 in)
Shipping Weight 1.55 kg (3.44 lb)
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EMC environment and safety
Temperature
Operating 0 °C to 50 °C (32 °F to 122 °F)
Nonoperating -40 °C to +75 °C (-40 °F to 167 °F)
Humidity
Operating 5% to 95% Relative Humidity (RH) at up to +30 °C; 5% to 85% RH above 30 °C up to +50 °C, noncondensing
Nonoperating 5% to 95% Relative Humidity (RH) at up to +30 °C; 5% to 85% RH above 30 °C up to +75 °C, noncondensing
Altitude
Operating Up to 3,000 m (10,000 ft.)
Nonoperating Up to 12,192 m (40,000 ft.)
Compliance labeling CE (European Union), WEEE (European Union)
Ordering information
Models
TCP0030A AC/DC Current Probe
Standard accessories
Instruction manual 071-3006-xx
Probe ground lead - 6 in. length 196-3120-xx
Nylon carrying case 016-1952-xx
Recommended accessories
Current Loop, 1 Turn, 50 Ω with
BNC connector used for
Performance Verification
Order 067-2396-00
Warranty
One year parts and labor.
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Service options
Opt. C3 Calibration Service 3 Years
Opt. C5 Calibration Service 5 Years
Opt. D3 Calibration Data Report 3 Years (with Opt. C3)
Opt. D5 Calibration Data Report 5 Years (with Opt. C5)
Opt. R3 Repair Service 3 Years (including warranty)
Opt. R3DW Repair Service Coverage 3 Years (includes product warranty period). 3-year period starts at time of instrument purchase
Opt. R5 Repair Service 5 Years (including warranty)
Opt. R5DW Repair Service Coverage 5 Years (includes product warranty period). 5-year period starts at time of instrument purchase
Opt. SILV600 Standard warranty extended to 5 years
Tektronix is registered to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 by SRI Quality System Registrar.
Datasheet
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