Passive probes are the standard probe provided with most oscilloscopes. They are also sold as separate items and as replacements. The PP022 (PP022-1 single pack, PP022-2 two pack) has 500 MHz bandwidth, 10 pF input capacitance and 2.5 mm probe tip diameter. It is typical of passive probes in that it provides a 10:1 attenuation and features a high resistance of 10 MΩ. Its high input resistance makes the passive probe a choice instrument for low frequency signals, because circuit loading at such frequencies is minimised. Passive probes are designed to handle voltages of at least 400 V. The PP022 handles up to 500 V. Teledyne LeCroy passive probes feature an attenuation sense pin which activates the oscilloscope to scale waveforms automatically, with no operator input.

The PP022 passive probe is compatible with Teledyne LeCroy WaveSurfer MXs-B and MSO MXs-B, WaveRunner 6 Zi and HRO 12-bit oscilloscopes. Using the appropriate passive probe with an oscilloscope means that the probe will be properly compensated across the entire bandwidth. Otherwise compensation will be for low frequencies only.

Ground lead with alligator clip, rigid probe tip (installed), rigid probe tip (replacement), short collar (installed), sprung hook, trimmer tool, long collar, IC tip insulators (black, brown, blue, green, grey - 1 off each), tip insulator 2.5 mm, probe tip cover, BNC adapter 2.5 mm, swivel ground lead, swivel ground lead adapter, ground spring, PCB adapter, spring tip, colour coding rings (yellow, red, green, blue - 2 off each)

Passive Oscilloscope Probes

All the products in this range are supplied for use with instruments with a permanent earth connection.