Tektronix P5100A Passive High Voltage Probe

The Tektronix P5100A rental Vietnam service from Lost in HCM gives engineering teams in Vietnam short-term access to this oscilloscope probe, with sale and service options on request.

Tektronix P5100A rental Vietnam overview

A Tektronix P5100A rental Vietnam connects your circuit to the oscilloscope without changing what you measure. That matters because the probe sets the real bandwidth, loading, and safety of every reading. So the right probe often decides whether a waveform tells the truth.

This family covers Tektronix passive, active, differential, and high-voltage probes. It also includes power rail probes, IsoVu isolated tips, optical converters, logic probes, and accessories. First, passive probes suit general bench work and service tasks. Next, active and TriMode probes handle fast edges, while isolated probes serve wide-bandgap power designs.

Tektronix P5100A rental Vietnam: about the P5100A

Tektronix P5100A rental Vietnam: tektronix P5100A overview

The Tektronix P5100A is a 500 MHz passive high-voltage probe with 100X attenuation. Select it together with a compatible oscilloscope input and properly rated connection accessories.

Tektronix P5100A rental Vietnam: product images

Tektronix P5100A rental Vietnam: specifications

Manufacturer	Tektronix
Model	P5100A
Product type	Passive High Voltage Probe
Bandwidth	500 MHz
Attenuation	100X
Input loading	40 MΩ / 2.5 pF
Nominal cable length	2 m
Compensation range	7–30 pF
Manufacturer voltage rating	2.5 kV peak; 1000 V RMS CAT II, subject to frequency derating
Measurement connection	Single-ended; reference connection must follow the probe and oscilloscope grounding instructions
Readout	Readout coding on supported instruments

Tektronix P5100A rental Vietnam: measurement applications

Observe ground-referenced voltage waveforms within the probe rating and the complete measurement-system limits. Select attenuation, input scaling and compensation before interpreting amplitude or edge shape. Frequency derating and pulse duration are separate constraints from the headline voltage rating.

Connection schematic

Rated DUT voltage test point → P5100A probe tip
Approved reference / earth point → probe reference lead
Probe output → compatible oscilloscope input
Oscilloscope attenuation setting → 100X

Illustrative application connection schematic. Follow the current manufacturer manual for installation, connection ratings, grounding and accessory selection. Verify the limits of every component in the measurement path. Teams in Vietnam often choose Tektronix P5100A rental for this reason.

Setup and compatibility

Confirm exact oscilloscope input compatibility and compensate the probe using the manufacturer procedure where applicable. Follow the approved grounding arrangement. Do not defeat oscilloscope protective earth to make a floating measurement. For P6015A, the pulse rating is distinct from the continuous DC rating.

Request a quotation in Vietnam

Request a quotation for Tektronix P5100A. Include the oscilloscope model, waveform bandwidth, expected voltage/current, connection geometry and required accessories. Price, condition and local availability are confirmed individually.

Manufacturer reference

Official Tektronix datasheet. Reviewed 21 October 2026. Consult the full document for test conditions, tip-specific performance and frequency derating.

How the oscilloscope probe works

TriMode probes from Tektronix measure differential, single-ended, and common-mode signals through one tip connection. So engineers can switch modes from the scope without moving the probe. That saves time and solder joints on dense boards with fine-pitch parts. This applies to every Tektronix P5100A rental we arrange in Vietnam.

IsoVu probes break the ground path with an optical, fiber-based link. Therefore, they reject the large common-mode swings found in half-bridge and GaN circuits. Meanwhile, optical converters turn light signals into voltage for the scope. Logic probes also add digital channels next to the analog inputs.

What to look for in an oscilloscope probe

Probes differ in bandwidth, loading, voltage rating, and connection style. The right choice depends on your signal, your scope, and your safety needs. Therefore, the points below help you match a probe to the circuit and the oscilloscope you already use.

• Bandwidth and rise time. The probe and scope together set the system bandwidth. So choose a probe rated well above your fastest edge, because a slow probe rounds edges and hides overshoot.
• Low circuit loading. Every probe adds resistance and capacitance to the circuit under test. Therefore, low-capacitance active probes suit fast or high-impedance nodes, while passive probes suit general bench work. So, plan it early when you book a Tektronix P5100A rental in Vietnam.
• Voltage rating and safety category. High-voltage probes list a maximum input and a CAT rating for each range. So check both against your circuit before you connect, especially on mains and inverter work.
• Differential and common-mode rejection. Differential probes measure between two points that both float above ground. As a result, good common-mode rejection matters, and isolated IsoVu probes push that rejection further on fast switching nodes.
• Scope interface and compatibility. Probes connect through BNC, TekVPI, TekConnect, or other maker interfaces. Therefore, confirm that the probe, any adapter, and your scope model work together before you plan a test.
• Tips, adapters, and accessories. Tips, cables, and adapters change how a probe reaches the circuit. For example, solder-in tips, SMA adapters, and MMCX tips suit different boards, so plan accessories with the probe. Our Tektronix P5100A rental units in Vietnam ship ready for this kind of work.

Typical applications

Each task below needs a probe that fits the signal, the voltage, and the ground reference. Then the scope can show what the circuit really does. Here is how teams in Vietnam use these probes every day.

• Power converter and inverter design. Switching stages create fast edges on nodes that float far above ground. So engineers use high-voltage differential or isolated probes to view gate drives and switch nodes safely.
• Wide-bandgap GaN and SiC testing. GaN and SiC devices switch very fast with large common-mode swings. Therefore, isolated probes with shunt tips help teams measure high-side signals and currents with less distortion.
• High-speed serial validation. Serial lanes such as PCIe and USB need high-bandwidth differential probing and low loading. For example, TriMode probes with solder-in tips capture eye diagrams without reworking the board between modes. Rental of the Tektronix P5100A is available across Vietnam.
• Power rail and ripple checks. Modern processors run on low-voltage rails with tight noise limits. As a result, low-noise probes with offset let engineers see small ripple on top of a DC level.
• Optical link testing. Fiber transceivers and optical modules send data as light, not voltage. So optical-to-electrical converters let a scope show pulse shape and eye patterns from those lanes.
• Embedded and mixed-signal debug. Firmware bring-up often needs digital buses and analog rails on one timebase. Therefore, logic probes add digital channels, while passive probes cover clocks, resets, and analog rails.

Industries that use the Tektronix P5100A rental Vietnam

Any site that designs, builds, or services electronics needs good probes. In Vietnam, demand comes mostly from FDI plants and R&D centers. The sectors below rent and buy probes most often, for design, production, and failure analysis. Teams in Vietnam often choose Tektronix P5100A rental for this reason.

• Electronics manufacturing services. EMS and ODM plants in northern and southern industrial parks run many test and rework benches. Therefore, they keep passive and active probes on hand and rent extra sets when a new product ramps.
• Power electronics and inverters. Makers of chargers, solar inverters, and motor drives work on fast, high-voltage switching. As a result, they rely on high-voltage differential and isolated probes for safe, clear readings.
• Automotive and EV. Vehicle electronics, battery systems, and EV traction drives need validation in the lab and on test rigs. For example, teams probe CAN lines, gate drives, and sensor outputs with suitable probes.
• Semiconductor and high-speed design. Chip, module, and high-speed board teams measure fast edges and signal integrity. So they pair high-bandwidth scopes with TriMode probes, solder-in tips, and optical converters. This applies to every Tektronix P5100A rental we arrange in Vietnam.
• Telecom and data center hardware. Network gear and optical modules combine fast electrical lanes with fiber links. Therefore, these teams use differential probes and optical-to-electrical converters side by side in the lab.
• Education and research. Universities and research institutes in Vietnam teach and test circuits in hands-on labs. Meanwhile, research projects often need a special probe for a few weeks, so rental fits well.

Tektronix P5100A rental Vietnam compared with other brands

Before you choose, compare the Tektronix P5100A rental Vietnam with probe lines from other well-known makers. However, a probe must also match your scope interface. So start with signal type and voltage, then compare bandwidth, loading, and support.

Start from the signal type, the voltage level, and the ground reference. Next, weigh bandwidth, loading, and interface fit against your scope fleet. Because product lines change often, confirm current specs with each maker before you decide. Specifications change, so confirm current data with each maker before you decide.

Rent or buy?

Buy a probe when the same engineer uses it every day on the same scope. Passive probes and common accessories also make sense to own. However, many teams own their standard probes and rent high-voltage, optical, or isolated models for big projects.

Selection tips

• Start with the ground reference of the signal you need to measure. If neither point sits at ground, choose a differential or isolated probe instead of a passive one. So, plan it early when you book a Tektronix P5100A rental in Vietnam.
• Choose probe bandwidth well above your fastest edge, because probe and scope together set system bandwidth. Also check the rise time in the maker's data.
• Check the maximum input voltage and CAT rating against your circuit. So you stay inside safe limits on mains, battery, and inverter work.
• Confirm the probe interface, such as BNC, TekVPI, or TekConnect, on your scope. Otherwise you may need an adapter, which can limit bandwidth or features.
• Plan tips and accessories with the probe itself. For example, solder-in tips, MMCX tips, and SMA adapters each suit a different test point.
• Pick low-capacitance active probes for fast or high-impedance nodes. Then keep passive probes for general bench work, where their range and toughness help most. Our Tektronix P5100A rental units in Vietnam ship ready for this kind of work.

Handling and care

• Handle probe tips and cables gently, and never pull a probe by its cable. Also store tips and adapters in their cases, because they bend and break easily.
• Wear an ESD strap before you touch active, TriMode, or isolated probe heads. Their input stages are sensitive, so static can damage them in an instant.
• Allow active probes and the scope to warm up as the manual advises. Next, compensate passive probes and run any deskew or offset routines before precise work.
• Follow the calibration interval each maker states for active and high-voltage probes. Rental units ship with a valid calibration certificate, and we can arrange service through the maker or an authorized partner.
• Ship probes in padded cases with cables coiled loosely and tips capped. In addition, keep fiber-based isolated probes dry and free of tight bends during Vietnam's humid wet season. Rental of the Tektronix P5100A is available across Vietnam.

Frequently asked questions

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Tell us the model, options, dates and delivery site, and we will reply with a quote. You can request a quote online or call 0902 327 669. Teams in Vietnam often choose Tektronix P5100A rental for this reason.