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Key Specifications
Measurement type: AC/DC current probe
Bandwidth: DC to 20 MHz
Current ranges: 25 A and 150 A selectable
Minimum current sensitivity: 5 mA
Maximum current: 150 A RMS
Maximum peak pulse current: 500 A
Interface: TekVPI
Probe type: Split-core
Maximum bare wire voltage: 600 V CAT I/II, 300 V CAT III
Cable length: 2 m
The Tektronix TCP0150 is a higher-current TekVPI AC/DC current probe for engineers who need more current range without moving to an amplifier-based system. It delivers DC to 20 MHz bandwidth, 5 mA minimum current sensitivity, selectable 25 A and 150 A ranges, 150 A RMS, and up to 500 A peak pulse capability for high-current waveform analysis. This model is the strongest fit for power conversion, motor drives, industrial electronics, and other applications where higher current capacity matters more than the extra bandwidth offered by the lower-range models.
Best for higher current testing up to 150 A with TekVPI convenience.
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TCP Series Comparison |
TCP0020 |
TCP2020 |
TCP0030A |
TCP0150 |
TCP404XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Bandwidth |
DC to >50 MHz |
DC to >50 MHz |
DC to >120 MHz |
DC to 120 MHz |
DC to 2 MHz |
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Max Current |
20 A |
20 A |
30 A |
150 A |
500 A |
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Peak Pulse |
100 A |
100 A |
50 A |
500 A |
750 A |
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Minimum Current |
10 mA |
10 mA |
1 mA |
5 mA |
1 A |
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Interface |
TekVPI direct |
BNC |
TekVPI direct |
TekVPI direct |
Requires TCPA400 |
Ideal Applications
Power supplies and power inverters/converters
Semiconductor device testing
Industrial and consumer electronics
Motor drives and transportation systems
In The Box
TCP0150 AC/DC current probe
Protective cover
Certificate of traceable calibration
Data standard
FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions
1) How do I know if the TCP0150 is the right TCP Series model for my application?
The TCP0150 is the best fit when you need wider dynamic range and substantially higher current capacity for power conversion, motor drives, and industrial test work without moving to the TCP404XL system.
2) What current and bandwidth performance does the TCP0150 provide?
The TCP0150 provides DC to 20 MHz bandwidth, selectable 25 A and 150 A ranges, 150 A RMS current capability, and up to 500 A peak pulse handling.
3) What does the TekVPI interface do for users?
TekVPI enables direct oscilloscope connection with automatic scaling, current readout, and access to probe controls through the scope interface.
4) Can the TCP0150 measure low current accurately?
Yes, it can measure down to 5 mA while supporting high-current applications with low noise, low drift, and typically less than 1% DC gain error.
