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AC/DC Current Probes
TCP0020, TCP2020, TCP202A Datasheet
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Features & benefits
- Easy-to-use and accurate AC/DC current measurements
- DC to >50 MHz bandwidth
- Core jaw diameter of 5 mm (0.2 in.)
- Accurately measures current levels as low as 10 mA per division
- High accuracy with typically less than 1% DC gain error
- Split-core construction allows easy circuit connection
- Low noise and DC drift
- TCP0020
- 20 ARMS maximum current capability
- 100 A peak pulse current capability
- Connects directly to oscilloscopes with the TekVPI™ probe interface
- Provides automatic units scaling and readout on the oscilloscope display
- One-button degauss and AutoZero control for ease of use
- Easy access to scope-displayed probe menu for probe setup control and operating status information
- Remote control capability through TekVPI oscilloscope
- TCP2020
- 20 ARMS maximum current capability
- 100 A peak pulse current capability
- 10 mA/mV sensitivity
- BNC output connects to most oscilloscopes and other measurement equipment (>100 kΩ termination required)
- Degauss button and thumbwheel for DC offset adjustment
- Powered by an AC adapter
- TCP202A
- 15 ADC + Peak AC maximum current capability
- 50 A peak pulse current capability
- Connects directly to oscilloscopes with the TekProbe™ interface
- Provides automatic units scaling and readout on the oscilloscope display
- Degauss button and thumbwheel for DC offset adjustment
- Safety Certified
Applications
- Power supplies
- Semiconductor devices
- Electronic ballasts
- Industrial/consumer electronics
- Mobile communications
- Motor drives
- Transportation systems
TCP0020, TCP2020 and TCP202A
The TCP0020, TCP2020, and TCP202A are a family of high-performance, easy-to-use AC/DC current probes designed for use with a variety of oscilloscopes. The TCP0020 is designed for direct connection to oscilloscopes with the TekVPI™ probe interface and the TCP202A is designed for direct connection to oscilloscopes with the TekProbe™ probe interface. The TCP2020 is designed for use with any instrument with BNC inputs and >100 kΩ input termination.
These AC/DC current probes provide sufficient performance to support 50 MHz measurement system bandwidth. The TCP0020 and TCP2020 provide a maximum 20 ARMS measurement range, while the TCP202A provides a maximum 15 ADC + Peak AC measurement range. These probes also provide excellent accuracy to current levels as low as 10 mA, important for meeting today’s challenging current measurement needs.
Specifications
All specifications apply to all models unless noted otherwise.
Characteristics
General
Characteristic | Description |
---|---|
Bandwidth | DC to ≥50 MHz |
Rise time | 20 ARMS (TCP0020 and TCP2020) 15 ADC + Peak AC (TCP202A) |
Max peak pulse current | 100 A (TCP0020 and TCP2020) 50 A (TCP202A) |
Maximum sensitivity | 10 mA (on oscilloscopes that support 1 mV/div setting) |
Max bare-wire voltage | 150 V CAT II (300 V CAT II insulated wire) |
Typical
Characteristic | Description |
---|---|
DC accuracy | ±1% typical, ±3% warranted |
Max amp-secon product | 1000 A*μs (TCP0020 and TCP2020) 500 A*μs (TCP202A) |
Insertion impedance | 0.036 Ω at 1 MHz 0.117 Ω at 10 MHz 0.54 Ω at 50 MHz |
Signal delay | 17 ns |
Environmental
Characteristic | Description |
---|---|
Temperature | |
Operating | 0 °C to +50 °C |
Non-operating | –40 °C to +75 °C |
Humidity | |
Operating | 5% to 95% RH, tested up to +30 °C (+86 °F) 5% to 85% RH, tested at +30 °C to +50 °C (+86 °F to +122 °F) |
Non-operating | 5% to 95% RH, tested up to +30 °C (+86 °F) 5% to 85% RH, tested at +30 °C to +75 °C (+86 °F to +167 °F) |
Regulatory | |
Safety | CSA1010.1:1997, CSA1010.2.032-96, IEC61010-1:2001, IEC61010-2-032 |
Physical characteristics
Probe head size | mm | in. |
---|---|---|
Height | 30.5 | 1.2 |
Width | 15.2 | 0.6 |
Length | 148 | 5.8 |
Cable length | 2 | 79 |
Weight | kg | lb. |
Probe only | 0.227 | 0.5 |
Shipping | 1.22 | 2 lb. 11 oz. |
Power requirements
TCP0020 is powered directly by oscilloscopes with the TekVPI™probe interface.
TCP2020 is powered by AC adapter. (Specify power plug option when ordering.)
TCP202A is powered directly by oscilloscopes with the TekProbe™ probe interface or through the TekVPI™ probe interface when used with the TPA-BNC adapter.
Standard warranty
One-year parts and labor.
Ordering information
- TCP0020
- AC/DC current probe.
Includes: Instruction manual (English) (071-3002-xx), Probe ground lead – 6 in. length (196-3120-xx), Nylon carrying case (016-1952-xx).
- TCP2020
- AC/DC current probe.
Includes: Instruction manual (English) (071-3002-xx), Probe ground lead – 6 in. length (196-3120-xx), Nylon carrying case (016-1952-xx), AC adapter (specify power plug option when ordering).
- TCP202A
- AC/DC current probe.
Includes: Instruction manual (English) (071-3002-xx), Probe ground lead – 6 in. length (196-3120-xx), Nylon carrying case (016-1952-xx).
Power Plug Options (TCP2020 Only)
Option | Description |
---|---|
Opt. A0 | North America Power, 115 V, 60 Hz |
Opt. A1 | Universal Euro Power, 220 V, 50 Hz |
Opt. A2 | United Kingdom Power, 240 V, 50 Hz |
Opt. A3 | Australia Power, 240 V, 50 Hz |
Opt. A5 | Switzerland Power, 220 V, 50 Hz |
Opt. A6 | Japan Power, 100 V, 110/120 V, 60 Hz |
Opt. A10 | China Power, 50 Hz |
Opt. A11 | India Power, 50 Hz |
Opt. A12 | Brazil Power, 60 Hz |
Opt. A99 | No Power Cord |
Service options
- Opt. C3
- Calibration Service 3 Years
- Opt. C5
- Calibration Service 5 Years
- Opt. CA1
- Single Calibration or Functional Verification
- Opt. D1
- Calibration Data Report
- Opt. D3
- Calibration Data Report 3 Years (with Opt. C3)
- Opt. D5
- Calibration Data Report 5 Years (with Opt. C5)
- Opt. G3
- Complete Care 3 Years (includes loaner, scheduled calibration, and more)
- Opt. G5
- Complete Care 5 Years (includes loaner, scheduled calibration, and more)
- Opt. IF
- Upgrade Installation Service
- 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. S1
- On-site Service 1 Year
- Opt. S3
- On-site Service 3 Years (with R or C options)
- Opt. SILV100
- Standard warranty extended to 5 years
- Opt. SILV200
- Standard warranty extended to 5 years
- Opt. SILV400
- Standard warranty extended to 5 years
- Opt. SILV600
- Standard warranty extended to 5 years
- Opt. SILV900
- Standard warranty extended to 5 years
Probes and accessories are not covered by the oscilloscope warranty and Service Offerings. Refer to the datasheet of each probe and accessory model for its unique warranty and calibration terms.
Recommended accessories
Accessory | Description |
---|---|
067-2396-xx | Current loop, 1 turn, 50 Ω with BNC connector used for performance verification |
067-1686-xx | Deskew/calibration fixture |