The Rigol PCA1030 is a current probe engineered for precision AC and DC current measurement with Rigol 7000 and 8000 series oscilloscopes. Operating from DC to 50 MHz with a rise time of ≤7 ns, it accommodates continuous currents up to 30 A (Arms) and peak currents of 50 A. The probe uses a thin-film Hall effect element for accurate current detection and connects directly to the oscilloscope via BNC interface with power supplied from the scope itself.
Technical Specifications
• Bandwidth: DC to 50 MHz (−3 dB)
• Maximum Continuous Input Current: 30 A (Arms)
• Maximum Peak Current: 50 A
• Minimum AC Reading: 20 mA
• Maximum DC Reading: 30 A
• Rise Time: ≤7 ns
• Cable Length: 1.5 m
• Maximum Wire Size: 5 mm
• Probe Dimensions: 175 × 40 × 18 mm
• Weight: 230 g
• Output Connector: BNC
• Power Source: Supplied via BNC interface from oscilloscope
– Key Features
• Thin-film Hall effect element for highly accurate current detection
• Compact probe head suitable for low current measurement applications
• Easy protection function at excessive input
• Direct oscilloscope integration with no external power supply required
• Supports both AC and DC current measurements in a single instrument
– Typical Applications
Power supply analysis, device characterization, switching circuit evaluation, and real-time current monitoring in development and troubleshooting environments where bandwidth up to 50 MHz is required.
– Compatibility & Integration
Designed for direct connection to Rigol 7000 and 8000 series oscilloscopes. Requires at least 30 minutes warm-up time after power-on to minimize zero drift. Probe includes case and user guide.
