Tektronix, Inc., the
world's leading manufacturer of oscilloscopes, has unveiled the THS3000
handheld oscilloscope series that bring a new level of measurement precision
and accuracy to engineers and
technicians who need to debug, install and repair complex electronic systems in
both field and lab environments. With up to 200 MHz bandwidth and 5 GS/s sample
rate, the THS3000 oscilloscopes are the highest-performing handheld
oscilloscopes available today.
In today’s world,
engineers are often called upon to measure a variety of signals in variety of
settings. For many industrial, power generation or power efficiency
applications, measurements can include digital and analog control signals made
in conjunction with high voltages and currents and often, these measurements
are not only made in the lab but also in the field. Another critical factor for making high
voltage and current measurements is isolated inputs that are needed to minimize
operator risk. The THS3000 delivers on all of these market needs with a
combination of performance and ease of use packed into a compact, rugged
chassis design.
“As electrical
systems have become more complex and pervasive, there is a growing need for
engineers to correlate field and lab measurements and to perform advanced
debugging and analysis in the field,” said Roy Siegel, general manager for
oscilloscopes at Tektronix. “As the
first true high-performance handheld oscilloscope, the THS3000 Series has the
technical performance for analysis of low voltage analog and digital control
signals. In addition, the THS3000 Series
offers isolated inputs for safely making high voltage floating or differential
measurements.”
Portable Performance
for Challenging Environments
With a weight of 4.8
lbs, seven hours of battery life and four isolated channels, the rugged yet
lightweight THS3000 series is built for use in even the most demanding
conditions. Models are available with either 100 MHz and 2.5 GS/s maximum
sampling rate or 200 MHZ and 5 GS/s sample rate performance. With a 10,000-point record length per each of
four channels, users can capture extensive signal information at high sample
rates to see signal details clearly.
Each channel on a
THS3000 oscilloscope is isolated from the chassis ground and from each other.
Further, the external USB inputs for data storage, instrument setups and PC
communication are also isolated. This enables the user to safely make floating
measurements for voltages up to 300 VRMS CAT III when using the included 10X
probes or 1000 VRMS CAT II with optional probes. The instrument has 600 VRMS
CAT III rated inputs (BNC to earth ground) for safe high voltage measurements.
Offering 21 automated
measurements, the THS3000 enables users to make many common measurements
quickly and accurately. A built-in Fast Fourier Transform (FFT) function
provides insight into to the frequency spectrum of a signal, revealing signal
interference, crosstalk, or switching noise
Handheld
oscilloscopes are often used to perform power measurements on motor drives,
power converters/inverters and power semiconductor devices. The THS3000 series
is equipped to handle these measurements when coupled with the broad selection
of voltage and current probes from Tektronix. Each of the four input channels
can be configured to match the probe type and attenuation ensuring correct
measurements and cursor readings.
The THS3000
oscilloscopes provide an intuitive user interface consistent across the full
range of Tektronix oscilloscopes. For
initial setup or for situations where connections points are constantly
changing, the THS3000 Series offers single-button Autoset and Autorange
features which can automatically set up the trigger system and adjust vertical
and/or horizontal oscilloscope settings.
Pricing &
Availability
The THS3000 Handheld
Oscilloscope Series will be available worldwide starting in December with a
starting price of $3,950 U.S. MSRP. All
models will include four 10X passive probes, 7 hour battery, a three-year warranty
and OpenChoice desktop software. A travel kit with a hard-sided carrying case
is optional.
About Tektronix
For more than sixty
years, engineers have turned to Tektronix for test, measurement and monitoring
solutions to solve design challenges, improve productivity and dramatically
reduce time to market. Tektronix is a leading supplier of test instrumentation
for engineers focused on electronic design, manufacturing, and advanced
technology development. Headquartered in Beaverton, Oregon, Tektronix serves
customers worldwide and offers award-winning service and support. Stay on the
leading edge at www.tektronix.com.