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Female engineer using a Tektronix oscilloscope, shown with attached probes and device under test (DUT)
Scope ADC Resolution is Nothing Without Good Probes Thursday, September 19, 2024
Key Factors Determining the Accuracy of Electrical Signal Measurement Measurement accuracy is often misunderstood as being solely dependent on the specifications of the instrument, such as the number of waveforms displayed on its screen. However, true accuracy is much more complex. It is closely tied to how well the measurement setup preserves the integrity of the signal being measured. The …
#Probes
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Test and Measurement in the Quantum Era Wednesday, July 17, 2024
From an engineer’s perspective the continuous advancement of quantum hardware and technologies is amazing. My interest began with curiosity about quantum physics. Now that curiosity is expanding as I gain a deeper understanding of the test processes, principles and criteria being used by these emerging technologies and how Tektronix can serve them. But let’s start at the beginning. A Growing …
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Testing and Debugging PMICs with Ease Friday, September 22, 2023
Adaptive Power Optimization is Revolutionizing PMICs “There is no better way to save energy and cut bills than by turning all electronic devices off.” This basic piece of advice is the underlying principle and philosophy behind any form of energy management applied to energy consumption optimization, and in general in so-called adaptive power optimization. In the case of battery powered …
#SMU #Software
Energy Storage Devices: a Battery Testing overview Wednesday, July 28, 2021
Energy storage device testing is not the same as battery testing. There are, in fact, several devices that are able to convert chemical energy into electrical energy and store that energy, making it available when required. Capacitors are energy storage devices; they store electrical energy and deliver high specific power, being charged, and discharged in shorter time than batteries, yet with …
#4200a #DAQ #SMU
How to Measure a MOSFET I-V Curve
How to Measure a MOSFET I-V Curve Thursday, May 27, 2021
One of the best ways to ensure a MOSFET is functioning properly and meets specifications is to determine its characteristics by tracing I-V curves. There are a number of output characteristics requiring I-V tests; you can derive gate leakage, breakdown voltage, threshold voltage, transfer characteristics, and drain current all by simply tracing I-V characteristics and verifying the device is …
Tektronix oscilloscope probe innovation blog
History of Tektronix Oscilloscope Probes Infographic Tuesday, May 25, 2021
Tektronix has been a leader in developing cutting-edge oscilloscope probe technology for nearly 30 years. The infographic below highlights some of the key innovations and probe features we’ve developed in the last few decades. From low noise, low loading, and high bandwidth power rail probes to low input capacitance, high voltage single ended probes, our portfolio is designed to help engineers …
#TechBehindTek #Probes
bench power supply
Bench Power Supply for Your Application Monday, May 17, 2021
A benchtop DC power supply is a standard piece of test and measurement equipment used by electrical engineers and circuit designers to power and test their circuit system designs in the lab and in the field. But what exactly does it do and how can you find the right bench power supply for your application? We’ll cover all that and more. Why do you need a bench power supply? Bench power …
#PowerSupplies #TekExplains
2 Series MSO24 Mixed Signal Oscilloscope
How to Choose the Best Oscilloscope to Buy Tuesday, May 11, 2021
Basic Parameters for Choosing an Oscilloscope Oscilloscope Bandwidth Bandwidth is a key spec that determines the highest frequency your oscilloscope can measure accurately. It's a vital consideration affecting both the functionality and cost of the oscilloscope. The higher the bandwidth, the more accurate the reproduction of your signal, as illustrated with a signal captured at 250 MHz, 1 GHz …
#Oscilloscope #TekExplains
TBS1000C bench oscilloscope
What is an oscilloscope? Tuesday, May 11, 2021
An oscilloscope, formerly known as an oscillograph (informally scope, oscope, or o-scope), is an instrument that graphically displays electrical signals and shows how those signals change over time. It measures these signals by connecting with a sensor, which is a device that creates an electrical signal in response to physical stimuli like sound, light and heat. For instance, a …
#Oscilloscope #TekExplains
Oscilloscope probe connected to a DUT
What is an Oscilloscope Probe? Monday, May 3, 2021
An oscilloscope probe is a device that makes a physical and electrical connection between a test point or signal source and an oscilloscope. Depending on your measurement needs, this connection can be made with something as simple as a length of wire or with something as sophisticated as an active differential probe. Essentially, a probe is some sort of device or network that connects the signal …
#Probes #TekExplains