Passive voltage probes are the most
commonly used oscilloscope probe. Other specialty probes expand
the range and functionality of an oscilloscope as a measurement
system, but a general purpose, passive voltage probe is the working
end of the oscilloscope, a tool used every day by engineers and
technicians.
Two years of customer research, design innovation and an exhaustive
test program resulted in a most remarkable family of oscilloscope
probes. This family of passive voltage probes is specifically
designed for Tektronix' analog and digital portable oscilloscopes.
The 1X, 10X and 1X/10X switchable probes combine the same high
quality electrical performance that customers expect from Tektronix
with a new rugged mechanical design.
These probes are encased in a resilient, molded rubber body that
is virtually indestructible. They are lighter in weight, more
comfortable to hold and more reliable than modular probe styles.
The probes' replaceable tips are designed to withstand up to 20
pounds of force. Patented integral strain relief allows complete
freedom of movement while providing superior cable flex. Each
probe has received UL safety certification and meets MIL-T-28800,
Class 3, environment specifications - something portable scope
users will appreciate.
The new P3010, P6101B, P6103B, P6109B, P6111B, P6112, P6114B
and P6117 probes are designed to complement Tektronix' family
of portable DSO and ART instruments. The core of each probe's
performance is supplied by a Tektronix HYBRID/SMT device.
Tektronix' instrumentation experience provides an extra margin
of quality and reliability to the molded probes that is not commonly
available to probe manufacturers. These molded probes have been
designed and tested to support the overall system performance
and measurement quality that Tektronix oscilloscopes guarantee.
Through the introduction of the molded probes, Tektronix has
set a new standard for passive voltage probe styling, performance
and durability. | 
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