TriMode™ Probing Architecture
One-probe setup makes differential, single ended, and common mode measurements accurately and definitively.
Tektronix is a known leader when it comes to signal fidelity and signal acquisition. Building on our history of market-leading innovations in probing, we invented a revolutionary probing architecture called “TriMode™ Probing” that defines the next-generation industry benchmark for usability and signal fidelity. This architecture changes the rules of probing and allows you to work more effectively and efficiently. By enabling unique functionality, the P7500 Series TriMode probes allow you to switch between differential, single ended, and common mode measurements without moving the probe from its connection points.
| Before TriMode: 1 Probe for Differential; 2 Probes for SE and Common Mode; or 1 Probe Soldered and Resoldered 3 times; 2 Probes for Common Mode. |
After TriMode (P75TLRST): 1 Probe for Differential, Single Ended, and Common Mode, with only 1 setup required |
Improved productivity is achieved by reducing setup time. One setup can be used to make the three different types of measurements all with the press of a button. The TriMode Probe architecture for the P7500 Series probes continues the Tektronix tradition of high-bandwidth and low-DUT loading while providing improved connectivity and value.
Connectivity Plus – Solder Down – Handheld – Fixtured
The P7500 Series TriMode probe architecture offers various levels of connectivity and provides the highest probe fidelity available for real-time oscilloscopes. The multipoint connectivity solutions of the P7500 Series include:
| TriMode Long-reach Solder Tip The highest-performance solder tip with a long reach and very small, low-profile form factor. |
| TriMode Resistor Solder Tip High-performance solder tip with easy-to-solder tip resistors. |
| TriMode Extended-resistor Solder Tip Medium-performance solder tip with long easy-to-solder tip resistors. |
| TriMode Micro-coax Tip Low-cost, quick-connect solder tips. |
| TriMode High-temperature Tip When used with the 1.5 m Socket Cable XL, this tip can be used in environments from –55 °C to 150 °C. |
| Damped Wire Tip Low-cost solder tips ideal for high-density probing. |
| Precision Differential Probing Module High-performance handheld probing module. |
Handheld and fixtured probing needs are met using the optional Precision Differential Probing Module (P75PDPM). Its small precision tapered tips, variable articulation of the probe tip, and quick-adjusting variable tip spacing provides the needed flexibility for adapting to vias and other test points of differing sizes from 30 mils to 180 mils.
These precision connectivity tools enable you to access multiple signals on anything from convenient test pads to hard-to-reach, high-density circuitry.
Signal Fidelity
You can be confident in the signal fidelity of your measurements. The innovative new Tektronix differential architecture, coupled with the superior electrical performance of IBM SiGe Technology, provides the bandwidth and fidelity to meet the industry needs of today as well as tomorrow.
The P7500 Series Probe Architecture provides:
- Highest bandwidth available >20 GHz
- Excellent step response
- Low-DUT loading
- High CMRR
- Differential, single ended, or common mode measurements using one probe