This just appeared in my inbox. Should be worth a look if you have a scope and want to learn more about how to make better measurements….
Choosing and using the right oscilloscope probes can be a confusing proposition. There are many kinds of probes on the market with differing functions and electrical/physical characteristics. This series of Test Happens posts covers some of the salient characteristics of common probe types and provides some tips on which serve best in given circumstances.
Part I
The way in which you connect your ground lead can have a big impact on the real-world bandwidth and response of the probe.
Part II
It’s important to pay attention to the inductance added by the leads to the circuit created by the probe’s contact with the DUT.
A Variety of Probes
To speak of an oscilloscope probe is to open a fairly large can of worms. There are many kinds of probes on the market, with differing functions and characteristics. Let’s take a brief look at the four basic probe varieties in this short video.
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