Tektronix TPS2012B - Digital Storage Oscilloscope (2 Channels, 100 MHz Bandwidth)

The Tektronix TPS2012B offers a distinctive range of capabilities in an oscilloscope with controls and menus you will find familiar and easy to use. Available in 2 channel version, the Tektronix TPS2012B with IsolatedChannel™ technology provides isolation from ground and isolation between channels allowing you to take measurements with less worry about damaging circuitry. Battery power comes standard, making it a natural choice for field applications. For work on power electronics, optional software integrates commonly needed power system measurements into the instrument, speeding up power analysis and troubleshooting.

Correlate your measurements from bench to lab to field

Use the TPS2012B Series on your bench, in the lab, or in the field, with the industry's longest continuous battery life - 8 hours and beyond - in a highly mobile package. 4 Enjoy virtually unlimited freedom from an AC power source with hot-swappable batteries.

Optimize your productivity

The oscilloscope has a front-panel layout that most users will find familiar. Each channel has a dedicated set of scale and position controls. Reduce your measurement time with features like autoset, autorange, automatic measurements, probe check wizard, and context-sensitive help. Backlit menu buttons help you work in a variety of challenging environments - from bright daylight to dimly lit areas.

Easily analyze and document your measurement results

Quickly reveal signal interference, crosstalk, and the effects of vibration with frequency domain analysis using the TPS2012B Series Fast Fourier Transform (FFT) feature. Then, easily document your measurement results with the integrated CompactFlash^® mass storage.

To capture, save, and analyze your measurement results on your PC, the included OpenChoice® PC software can be used. Every TPS2012B Series also ships with a free copy of the special Tektronix Edition of the National Instrument LabVIEW Signal Express™ software for basic instrument control, data logging, and analysis. The optional Professional Edition of Signal Express offers over 200 built-in functions that provide additional signal processing, advanced analysis, sweeping, limit testing, and user defined step capabilities.

Speed the design and test of industrial power systems and circuits

From mobile phones to industrial motor drives, power conversion technology has enabled significant advances in size, performance, and energy efficiency. But even the most basic task of viewing a converter's input and output is complicated by multiple voltage references. Multiple references also make it challenging to view signals from control circuits and power circuits at the same time. Using ground-referenced oscilloscopes in these applications, without appropriate differential probes, can damage circuits and produce bad measurements. For debugging power conversion electronics, IsolatedChannel technology reduces the risk of damage and unintended circuit interactions.

For performing power system measurements, TPS2PWR1 power application software is available as an option for the TPS2012B. It provides advanced power measurements right on the oscilloscope, at an entry-level price.

Conduct harmonic distortion measurements with TPS2PWR1 software.

Perform three-phase power measurements of variable frequency drives.

Two power "bundles" are available, combining probes and measurement software. Each package combines four probes with the TPS2PWR1 power application software, at prices that are lower than if purchased separately. The TPS2PBND2 combines four P5122 100X passive, high-voltage probes with the power application software.

Quickly debug and characterize signals with DRT sampling technology

Characterize a wide range of signal types on up to four channels simultaneously with the TPS2012B Digital Real-Time (DRT) sampling technology. This acquisition technology makes it possible to capture high-frequency events, such as glitches and edge anomalies, that eludes other oscilloscopes in its class, so that you can be sure to get an accurate view of your signal.

Selecting the right probes for the job

Different passive probes are available, depending on your application. With the included TPP0101/TPP0201 passive probes, the TPS2012B can measure up to 400 Vp-p. However, to meet the safety rating of the TPP0101/TPP0201, the reference lead of the probe must be maintained within 30 VRMS relative to ground. Because of this, the TPP0101/TPP0201 probes are well suited for working on digital and analog circuits in which the maximum voltage never exceeds 30 VRMS.

Measurements on power conversion electronics usually require probes with higher voltage ratings. Tektronix offers two passive probes with insulation systems specifically designed for making floating measurements. With their 100X attenuation, and 1000 VRMS rating, the optional P5122 probes (when coupled with the TPS2012B) are suitable for making measurements on 480 VRMS devices in Category II environments, with a maximum float voltage of up to 600 VRMS relative to earth ground. With the optional P5150 probe, the TPS2012B can measure up to 2000 Vp-p, with a maximum float voltage within 600 VRMS of ground. The P5150 is the best choice for making AC-coupled ripple measurements on high-voltage DC power supplies.