Tektronix A6302XL Current Probe

The Tektronix A6302XL is an AC/DC current probe engineered for precision current measurements in demanding industrial and aerospace applications. This clamp-on probe interfaces exclusively with the Tektronix AM503B and AM5030 current probe amplifiers, delivering DC to 17 MHz bandwidth with an extended 8-meter cable for reaching large or physically distant equipment. The probe uses Hall Effect sensing for DC currents and a ferrite transformer for AC currents, with bucking current from the amplifier to prevent core saturation.

– Technical Specifications

Electrical Performance:
• Bandwidth: DC to 17 MHz
• Continuous current capacity: Up to 20 A
• Peak current capacity: Up to 50 A
• Amp·second product limit: 100 A·µs
• Noise: ≤250 µA (@ ≤200 MHz amplifier bandwidth)
• Insertion impedance: 0.1 Ω @ 1 MHz; 0.5 Ω @ 50 MHz

Physical & Mechanical:
• Cable length: 8 meters (26.2 feet)
• Maximum conductor diameter: 3.81 mm (0.15 in.)
• Sensing technology: Hall Effect (DC) and ferrite transformer (AC)
• Jaw mechanism: Slide-actuated clamp with forward-lock design

– Key Features

• Extended 8-meter cable reaches motors, automotive systems, and aircraft harnesses without relocation
• Degaussing function removes residual magnetization; autobalancing eliminates DC offset errors
• Hall Effect and transformer hybrid sensing handles both DC and AC current simultaneously
• Low insertion impedance maintains signal integrity at high frequencies
• Proprietary connector with positive keying prevents misalignment with incompatible amplifiers

– Typical Applications

Heavy-duty motor analysis, automotive electrical component testing, marine and aerospace power distribution measurement, industrial equipment current profiling.

– Compatibility & Integration

Compatible exclusively with Tektronix AM503B and AM5030 current probe amplifiers. Will not function with AM503 or AM503A amplifiers. Connection uses proprietary keyed connector; tab-to-slot alignment and dot-to-groove orientation required before clockwise barrel lock engagement. Amplifier provides bucking current necessary for core saturation control.