In the intricate world of calibration and testing, precision and quality aren't just goals—they're necessities. At Tektronix, these principles are at the core of everything we do, guiding our commitment to delivering unparalleled services. One of the keystones supporting this dedication is our adherence to ISO 17025, an international standard that plays a pivotal role in the calibration industry …
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 …
In the dynamic world of test and measurement equipment, the efficiency of your operations hinges not just on the precision of your instruments, but also on the agility and responsiveness of your maintenance processes. Recognizing the unique challenges faced by lab managers and maintenance coordinators, Tektronix introduces its groundbreaking Periodic Onsite Calibration Service, designed to bring …
Article Summary
This blog discusses the technical side of the Tektronix tm_devices package. It will cover some of the architecture design and decision-making process. The goal is to explain how tm_devices works and its advantages over other device control options.
Introduction
At Tektronix, we are constantly testing our products. This involves a lot of communication with each device we are testing …
The TAP1500L delivers 1.5 GHz bandwidth and ≤ 1 pF capacitance with a 7-meter cable well-suited for flying probe testing.
Introduction
In PCB validation and manufacturing workflows there is an increasing need for cost reduction, effectual defect detection, repeatability, improved throughput and minimized touch time. Many of Tektronix’ customers are utilizing, or planning to utilize, an automated …
Source Measure Units (SMUs) are versatile instruments developed at the advent of semiconductors to characterize their complex behavior. Key capabilities of a SMU include 4-quadrant operation, precision measurement and sourcing, and high speed. These capabilities make SMUs similar to a range of other test and measurement equipment, yet different in meaningful ways. This blog explores some of the …
It can be challenging to consistently measure the performance of AC-DC and DC-DC converters. These challenges have become even greater as designers work to transition from silicon-based power converters to wide bandgap semiconductors such as silicon carbide (SiC) and gallium nitride (GaN). Designers of 3-phase systems such as motor drives face additional complexity.
Thankfully, help is available …
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 …
The Practice of AC Coupling and DC Reject Modes
The practice of AC coupling the scope input or using a probe with DC reject capability is very common when looking at noise and/or ripple of DC power rails. Anytime there is insufficient DC offset available, then users often elect to use AC Coupling or DC Reject settings. With the focus on clean power, we see users more interested than ever before in …
The field of power electronics is rapidly transitioning from the use of silicon semiconductor materials to wide bandgap semiconductors such as silicon carbide (SiC) and gallium nitride (GaN). One of the most common applications of GaN and SiC semiconductors is to enable smaller, faster and more efficient designs of power converters.
Power converters operate at multiple stages throughout the power …