ZS
Series Probes
The ZS Series probes provide high impedance and an extensive set of probe
tips and ground accessories to handle a wide range of probing scenarios. The
high 1 M¥Ø input resistance and low 0.9 pF input capacitance means this probe is
ideal for all frequencies. The ZS Series probes provide full system bandwidth
with all LeCroy oscilloscopes with bandwidths of 1 GHz and below.
High Impedance Reduces Circuit Loading Across Full
Oscilloscope Bandwidth
Engineers must commonly probe high-frequency signals with high signal
fidelity. Typical passive probes with high input R and C provide good response
at lower frequencies, but inappropriately load the circuit, and distort signals,
at higher frequencies. The ZS Series features both high input R (1 M¥Ø) and low
input C (< 0.9 pF) to reduce circuit loading across the entire
probe/oscilloscope bandwidth. With low circuit loading, and a form factor that
allows probing in confined areas, the ZS Series becomes the everyday probe for
all different types of signals and connection points. The ZS1000 is ideal for
200?00 MHz oscilloscopes. The ZS1500 is ideal for 1 GHz oscilloscopes.
Passive probes are great for low frequency
measurements; however, the input capacitance reduces impedance above 1 kHz. The
1 M¥Ø input resistance and 0.9 pF capacitance of the ZS probe provide high
impedance across the entire probe bandwidth, making it the ideal tool for all
your probing needs.
A Variety of Probe Tips
for Varied Tasks
Engineers often need to probe a variety of different test points in confined
spaces. The extensive range of standard and available tip accessories for the ZS
Series of probes ensures that this probe can meet any difficult probing
challenge. Various flexible leads and clips, such as right-angle leads,
Y-adapters, and pico hooks, are also available for probing test points that are
spaced farther apart.
Innovative Grounding Solutions
Provide the Highest Signal Fidelity and Easiest Connections
Making a good ground connection is just as important as accessing the right
test point. Keeping the ground loop short is critical to eliminating the effect
of high inductance on the signal. The ZS Series of probes provides several
grounding capabilities to offer the highest signal fidelity by shortening the
ground loop and eliminating the effect of that loop on the signal. The standard
Offset ground lead is a “twisted-Z?shape for probing signal and ground points
that are extremely close together. The standard ground blade and copper pad
provides the shortest ground loop possible, and provides a pulse response that
cannot be achieved with traditional long ground leads. A variety of other ground
connections are available for nearly any type of probing requirement.
Innovative Grounding Solutions Provide the Highest
Signal Fidelity and Easiest Connections
ZS1500 |
Electrical
Characteristics |
|
Bandwidth (Probe Only) |
1.5 GHz |
Bandwidth (System) |
1 GHz at probe tip with 1 GHz
Oscilloscope |
Input C |
0.9 pF |
DC Input Resistance |
1 M¥Ø |
Probe Offset Range |
2 V |
Attenuation |
?0 |
Input Dynamic Range |
V |
Non-Destruct Voltage |
20 V |
|
General Characteristics |
|
Cable Length |
1.3 m |
|
ZS1000 |
Electrical
Characteristics |
|
Bandwidth (Probe Only) |
1 GHz |
Bandwidth (System) |
600 MHz at probe tip with 600 MHz
Oscilloscope |
Input C |
0.9 pF |
DC Input Resistance |
1 M¥Ø |
Probe Offset Range |
NA |
Attenuation |
0 |
Input Dynamic Range |
V |
Non-Destruct Voltage |
20 V |
|
General Characteristics |
|
Cable Length |
1.3 m |
|