This latest version of the PicoScope 7 beta has many new features, including PicoDiagnostics, 30 languages and Full graph mode. Steve has written more about all the individual features and how to use them in this forum post.
The TA234 probe is a 30 A current clamp. The extended measuring jaws allow measurement in a confined space. When measuring DC, a simple thumbwheel on the probe allows zero adjustment.
This current clamp is ideally suited for use with PicoScope oscilloscopes and features additional screening to reduce noise pickup.
30 mA to 30 A DC (accurate)
5 mA to 30 A DC (usable)
Overload capacity
500 A for 60 s
Output sensitivity
100 mV/A
Accuracy
±(2% of reading ± 2 mA)
Resolution
± 1 mA DC after filtering
di/dt tracking capability
> 20 A/µs
Conductor position sensitivity
± 1% relative to center
Temperature coefficient
0.1 x specified accuracy/°C
(0 °C to 18 °C, 28 °C to 50 °C)
Frequency range
DC to 20 kHz (–0.5 dB)
Battery type
9 V PP3, MN 1604, 6F22, 6LR61
Min. load impedance
1 MΩ
General data
Max. conductor size
19 mm diameter
Output cable and connectors
2 m long coax terminated with safety BNC connector
Operating temperature
5 °C to 40 °C
Storage temperature (excluding battery)
–20°C to 70°C
Humidity
0 to 80 %RH
Altitude
0 to 2000 m
Weight
300 g
Dimensions (H x W x D)
200 mm x 72 mm x 38 mm
Pollution degree
2
Safety
EN 61010-1:2010
EN 61010-2-032:2012
EMC
EN 61326-1:2006
EN 61326-2-2:2006
Environmental
RoHS and WEEE compliant
Typical Uses
With a 20 mm extended jaw the TA234 low amps current clamp is ideal for parasitic drain measurements without the need for battery cable disconnection. The clamp also boasts extreme accuracy from 5 mA through to 30 A DC with reduced noise levels so ensuring greater resolution for very low current applications, including:
Parasitic drain measurements
Petrol and diesel injector operation
Solenoid testing
Throttle motor functions
EGR actuator testing
Broadband 02 sensor testing (in conjunction with current multiplier)
