Teledyne PP018 User Manual

PP017/PP018
Passive Probe

Instruction Manual

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PP017/PP018 Passive Probe Instruction Manual
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Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Warranty

NOTE: THE WARRANTY BELOW REPLACES ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED

OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS, OR ADEQUACY FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR
USE. TELEDYNE LECROY SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER IN CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE. THE
CUSTOMER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE TRANSPORTATION AND INSURANCE
CHARGES FOR THE RETURN OF PRODUCTS TO THE SERVICE FACILITY. TELEDYNE
LECROY WILL RETURN ALL PRODUCTS UNDER WARRANTY WITH TRANSPORT
PREPAID.

Teledyne LeCroy warrants this oscilloscope accessory for normal use
and operation within specification for a period of one year from the
date of shipment. Spare parts, replacement parts and repairs are
warranted for 90 days.

In exercising its warranty, Teledyne LeCroy, at its option, will either
repair or replace any assembly returned within the warranty period to
the Customer Service Department of an authorized service center.
However, this will be done only if the product is determined by
Teledyne LeCroy’s examination to be defective because of workmanship
or materials, and the defect is not caused by misuse, neglect, accident,
abnormal conditions of operation; or, damaged by attempted repair or
modifications by a non-authorized service facility.

The customer will be responsible for the transportation and insurance
charges for the return of products to the service facility. Teledyne
LeCroy will return all products under warranty with transportation
charges prepaid.

This warranty replaces all other warranties, expressed or implied,
including, but not limited to, any implied warranty of merchantability,
fitness, or adequacy for any particular purposes or use. Teledyne LeCroy
shall not be liable for any special, incidental, or consequential damages,
whether in contract or otherwise.

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WARNING

Warnings identify conditions or practices that could result in injury
or loss of life.

DANGER

High Voltage

ATTENTION

Refer to Manual

DOUBLE INSULATION
PROTECTIVE (EARTH) TERMINAL

WARNING

To avoid electric shock, keep fingers behind the probe’s finger

guard during use.

Terms and Symbols

The following terms appear in this manual:

The following symbols may appear on the product:

Introduction

The Teledyne LeCroy PP017 and PP018 are passive high impedance
voltage oscilloscope probes designed and calibrated for use with

general purpose oscilloscopes having an input impedance of 1 MΩ

shunted by 16 pF. However, they may be compensated for use with
instruments having an input capacitance between 10 to 30 pF. They are
compatible with oscilloscopes that automatically detect probe
attenuation and adjust their readout accordingly.

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Model

Attn.

Input

Imped.

B/W

Rise

Time

Length

Compensation

Range

R (MΩ)

C (pF)

(MHz)

(ns)

(m)

(pF)

PP017

10x

10

12

250

1.4

1.3

10 - 30

PP018

10x

10

10

500

0.7

1.3

6 - 22

WARNING

To reduce risk of fire or electric shock, do not exceed the voltage or
category ratings of the probe.

Specifications

Attenuation Ratio ................................... 10x (10:1) 10:1 ±0.5%

Max. Input Voltage ................................. 600 V CAT I or 300 V CAT II (DC + peak AC)

................................................................... Derated with Frequency (see Derating Curve)

Pollution Degree .................................... Pollution Degree 2 (as defined in EN 61010-031)

Max. Operating Temp ........................... 0° to +50 C°

Humidity .................................................. 85% RH or less (at 35° C)

Definitions:

Measurement Category I (CAT I) is for measurements performed on circuits not directly connected
to mains.

Measurement Category II (CAT II) is for measurements performed on circuits directly connected to
the low voltage installation. Examples are on household appliances, portable tools, and similar
equipment.

Pollution Degree 2 refers to an operation environment where normally only dry non-conductive
pollution occurs. Temporary conductivity caused by condensation must be expected.

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EC Declaration of Conformity

Compliance was demonstrated to the specification as listed in the Official Journal
of the European Communities: Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC.

EN 61010-031/A1:2008 Safety requirements for electrical equipment for
measurement, control and laboratory use – Part 031: Safety requirements for
handheld probe assemblies for electrical measurement and test.

General Safety Information

To avoid personal injury and to prevent fire or damage to the probe or any
product connected to it, review and comply with the following safety
precautions.

Using the probe and/or the test instrument it is connected to in a manner
not specified by the manufacturer may impair the protection mechanisms.

Connect to properly grounded instruments. Use only with test instruments

having their BNC input connected to earth ground. Do not connect the probe
ground terminal to any point which is at a potential other than earth ground.

Do not disconnect the probe from instrument during measurement.
Connect the probe to the measurement instrument before connecting the
probe to the test circuit.

Do not apply to the input any potential that exceeds the maximum rating
of the probe. Use only the accessories provided with the probe.

Comply with voltage derating curve. When measuring higher frequency

signals, be sure to comply with the Voltage vs. Frequency Derating Curve.

Do not remove probe casing. Removal of the probe’s casing may expose you
to electric shock.

Do not use if any part is damaged. All maintenance should be referred to
qualified service personnel only.

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Do not use in wet or explosive atmospheres.

Avoid physical injury. The probe tip is extremely sharp. Use care when

handling to prevent injury, including accidental skin puncture.

For indoor use only.

Cleaning

Use the following guidelines:

 Clean only the exterior of the probe, cables, and accessories. Use a

soft cotton cloth moistened with a mild detergent and water
solution. Do not allow any portion of the probe to be submerged
at any time.

 Dry the probe and accessory thoroughly before attempting to

make any voltage measurement.

 Do not subject the probe to solvents or solvent fumes as these can

cause deterioration of the probe body, cables, and accessories.

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Probe Compensation

Proper compensation of the probe is required to assure amplitude
accuracy of the waveform being measured by matching the probe to
the oscilloscope’s input capacitance. Compensation should be adjusted
whenever the probe is connected to or transferred between
oscilloscopes.

Low Frequency (LF)

1. Apply a 1 kHz square wave to the probe or connect to the

oscilloscope’s calibrator output.

2. Adjust the left trimmer (LF) located on the PP017probe body:

or the trimmer located on the PP018 BNC Box:

until you achieve a flat-topped square wave per the center
illustration in the figure below.

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High Frequency (HF)

High frequency should rarely require adjustment. However, if
adjustment is required:

1. Apply a 1 MHz square wave to the probe (< 0.7 ns rise-time).

2. Adjust the right trimmer (HF) located on the PP017probe body:

or both trimmers on the PP018 BNC Box (HF2 or HF1):

until you achieve a flat-topped square wave per the center
illustration in the figure below.

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PP017 Input Impedance Profile

PP018 Input Impedance Profile

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Part Name

Toxic or Hazardous Substances and Elements

Lead

(Pb)

Mercury

(Hg)

Cadmium

(Cd)

Hexavalent

Chromium

(Cr6+)

Polybrominated

Biphenyls

(PBB)

Polybrominated

Diphenyl Ethers

(PBDE)

PCBAs X O X X X X

Mechanical
Hardware

O O X O O

O

Sheet Metal

O O X O O

O

Plastic Parts

O O O O X X Protective Case

O O O O X

X

Cable Assemblies

X O X O X X Probe Tips

X O X O X

X

O: Indicates that this toxic or hazardous substance contained in all of the homogeneous
materials for this part is below the limit requirement specified in SJ/T11363-2006.

X: Indicates that this toxic or hazardous substance contained in at least one of the
homogenous materials used for this part is above the limit requirement specified in
SJ/T11363-2006.

Voltage vs. Frequency Derating Curve

China RoHS Compliance

EFUP (Environmental Friendly Use Period): 30 Years. Use Conditions: refer to the
environmental conditions stated in the Specifications section of this Manual.

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Replaceable Parts

Item

Description

Quantity

1

Sprung Hook, 5 mm, Black

1

2

GND Lead w/Alligator Clip

1

3

BNC Adapter, 5 mm

1

4

Replacement Tip, Black

1

5

Deluxe Trimmer Tool

1

6

IC Tip Insulator, 5 mm, Black

1

7

Tip Insulator, 5 mm, Black

1

8

Identifier Rings

1

9

Probe Tip GND

1

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Standard Accessory Replacement Kit part number is PKIT4-5MM-101.

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