Tektronix Passive Voltage Probes P2220 - P2221, TPP0100 - TPP0101, TPP0200 - TPP0201: Features, Applications and Comparison
2024-11-16
Tektronix Passive Voltage Probes
P2220 - P2221、TPP0100 - TPP0101、TPP0200 - TPP0201
Features, Applications and Comparison
In the field of electronic measurement, accurate and reliable voltage measurement is essential. The P2220 - P2221, TPP0100 - TPP0101 and TPP0200 - TPP0201 passive voltage probes launched by Tektronix provide diversified choices for various measurement requirements. Next, let's get an in-depth understanding of the detailed information of these probes.
1. P2220 - P2221 Passive Voltage Probes
1.1 Features and Advantages
- Attenuation and input parameters: Support 1X/10X attenuation switching, providing more flexible measurement range selection. At 10X setting, it features higher input resistance and maximum input voltage, which can meet the requirements of large voltage measurement; at 1X setting, it is suitable for lower voltage measurement.
- Capacitance and bandwidth: The typical input capacitance is 17.0pF, with different bandwidths at different attenuation settings to meet the requirements of measurement at different frequencies.
- Other features: The 1.5m probe length allows for convenient operation, and the probe complies with multiple safety standards to guarantee operation safety.
2. Application Scenarios
- It is suitable for relatively low-frequency measurement fields, such as low-frequency computer and telecommunication measurement, low-frequency amplifiers, etc. The 1X setting is suitable for accurate measurement at lower frequencies, while the 10X setting can be used for low-frequency measurement at relatively higher frequencies.
3. Compatibility
- P2220 is compatible with multiple Tektronix oscilloscope series and provides floating measurement for specific series; P2221 is compatible with MSO2000 and DPO2000 series oscilloscopes.
4. Ordering Information
- It is equipped with abundant standard accessories to meet basic measurement requirements.

2. TPP0100 - TPP0101 Passive 10X Voltage Probe
1. Features and Benefits
- Attenuation and input specifications: Fixed 10X attenuation, the input resistance and maximum input voltage meet general measurement requirements.
- Capacitance and bandwidth: Typical input capacitance is small, with bandwidth from DC to 100MHz, suitable for measurements within a certain frequency range.
- Other features: 1.3m probe length, compliant with relevant safety standards.
2. Application Scenarios
- Mainly used for relatively low frequency measurements, and plays a role in low frequency computer and telecommunication measurements, low frequency amplifiers and other fields.
3. Compatibility
- It is compatible with BNC oscilloscopes that meet specific input parameters. You can get the detailed compatibility list via the selection tool.
4. Ordering Information
- We offer various packaging options with complete accessories, you can select according to your requirements.
III. TPP0200 - TPP0201 Passive 10X Voltage Probe
1. Features and Benefits
- Attenuation and Input Parameters: 10X attenuation, input parameters are similar to TPP0100 - TPP0101.
- Capacitance and Bandwidth: The typical input capacitance is the same, while the bandwidth is increased to DC to 200MHz, suitable for higher frequency measurement.
- Other Features: Same probe length and safety standards as TPP0100 - TPP0101.
2. Application Scenarios
- It is also mainly used for relatively low-frequency measurement scenarios.
3. Compatibility
- Compatible with BNC oscilloscopes with specific input. Please check the compatibility via our selection tool for details.
4. Ordering Information
- Multiple packaging options are available, with complete standard and optional accessories.

IV. Model Comparison
| Probe Model | Attenuation Ratio | Bandwidth (at 1X/10X position) | Probe Length | Input Resistance (at 1X/10X position) | Max. Input Voltage | Compensation Range | Typical Input Capacitance | Compatible oscilloscope series (example) |
| P2220 | 1X/10X | 1X: DC to 6MHz; 10X: DC to 200MHz | 1.5m | 1X: 1MΩ; 10X: 10MΩ | 300V CAT II | 15 - 25pF | 17.0pF | TDS200 and other series |
| P2221 | 1X/10X | 1X: DC to 6MHz; 10X: DC to 200MHz | 1.5m | 1X: 1MΩ; 10X: 10MΩ | 300V CAT II | 10 - 25pF | 17.0pF | MSO2000 and other series |
| TPP0100 | 10X | DC to 100MHz | 1.3 m | 10MΩ | 300V CAT II | 8 - 18pF | 12pF | Please refer to the selection tool |
| TPP0101 | 10X | DC to 100MHz | 1.3 m | 10MΩ | 300V CAT II | 15 - 25pF | 12pF | Refer to the Selection Tool |
| TPP0200 | 10X | DC to 200MHz | 1.3 m | 10MΩ | 300V CAT II | 8 - 18pF | 12pF | Refer to Selection Tool |
| TPP0201 | 10X | DC to 200MHz | 1.3 m | 10MΩ | 300V CAT II | 15 - 25pF | 12pF | Refer to the selection tool |

V. Advantages and Disadvantages Analysis
1. P2220 - P2221 Probes
- Advantages: supports 1X/10X attenuation switching, featuring wider application scenarios; longer probe cable for more convenient operation.
- Disadvantage: relatively lower bandwidth at 1X setting.
2. TPP0100 - TPP0101 Probes
- Advantages: fixed 10X attenuation for relatively stable measurement; lower input capacitance.
- Disadvantage: relatively narrower bandwidth.
3. TPP0200 - TPP0201 Probes
- Advantage: higher bandwidth to meet measurement requirements at higher frequencies.
- Disadvantage: compared with the other two probes, it may deliver average performance in some low-frequency measurements.

VI. Application Summary
All three probes are suitable for relatively low-frequency measurement applications, such as low-frequency computer and telecommunications measurement, power supplies, low-frequency amplifiers, etc. Users can select the more suitable model according to specific measurement frequency and accuracy requirements.
Tektronix P2220 - P2221, TPP0100 - TPP0101 and TPP0200 - TPP0201 passive voltage probes each have their own features and advantages in electronic measurement. When selecting, users should comprehensively consider various parameters and characteristics based on actual measurement requirements and application scenarios, so as to select the most suitable probe model for their needs.
We hope that through the above introduction, you have gained a more comprehensive and in-depth understanding of these passive voltage probes from Tektronix. Whether in R&D laboratories or industrial production sites, they can provide reliable support for your voltage measurement work.
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