The Tektronix CT2 AC Current Probe enables non-invasive measurement of alternating currents across a wide frequency spectrum. Its clip-on design eliminates the need for circuit interruption, making it ideal for power electronics, motor drive systems, and dynamic electrical testing. The probe delivers high-accuracy current sensing through Hall Effect measurement principles, with output compatibility across standard oscilloscopes and data acquisition instruments.
Technical Specifications
• Measurement Principle: Hall Effect
• Type: AC Current Probe
• Bandwidth: Wide bandwidth for high-frequency applications
• Accuracy: High-accuracy specifications for precise current measurement
• Sensitivity: Output signal per unit of current (mV/A)
• Phase Accuracy: Optimized for power measurement applications
• Maximum Common Mode Voltage: Withstands simultaneous voltage on measured conductor
• Operating Temperature Range: Specified ambient operating window
• Storage Temperature Range: Safe storage conditions defined
• Humidity Rating: Maximum non-condensing relative humidity
– Key Features
• Clip-on, non-invasive jaw design for conductor attachment
• Accommodates defined conductor diameters and cross-sectional areas
• BNC connector output for direct oscilloscope integration
• Hall Effect sensing for accurate AC waveform capture
• Wide bandwidth suitable for dynamic current measurement
– Typical Applications
• Power electronics characterization and troubleshooting
• Motor drive system analysis
• General electrical testing without circuit interruption
• Transient current measurement in laboratory and field environments
– Compatibility & Integration
The CT2 interfaces with standard oscilloscopes and data acquisition systems via BNC connector. Full compatibility confirmed with Tektronix oscilloscopes and other leading test instruments with appropriate input impedance specifications.
