Used TEKTRONIX TDS 380 #143370 for sale

TEKTRONIX TDS 380 is a digital oscilloscope utilizing a desktop form factor. It is part of the TDS 3000 series scopes providing a maximum real time sample rate of 1.25GS/sec and is designed for general purpose applications. TDS 380 offers a basic performance to analyze, measure frequencies and amplitudes of various electrical signals. It has a bright 8.4" TFT LCD display with 640 × 480 resolution, which can display up to four traces for comparison purposes. At the core of this instrument is a full-featured oscilloscope, incorporating a dual-channel A/D converter. The A/D converter offers 8-bit vertical resolution with a typical maximum vertical sensitivity of 500 mV/div. A maximum input voltage of 800V CAT II can also be achieved, allowing the user to probe higher voltage signals. The voltage range can be expanded via automatic gain control, achieving a maximum of 3.2V/div if desired. There is also a unique feature called on-screen fitting, which operates in the horizontal, vertical, and trigger direction, allowing precise adjustment of the displayed waveform. TEKTRONIX TDS 380 also has a number of advanced features that make it a versatile test instrument. This includes a digital trigger to accurately detect desired signals, as well as a bus analysis trigger that is designed for parallel bus captures. It also has a powerful built-in mathematical function capable of performing various calculations such as FFT, integer and fractional order math operations and parameter limit testing. Additionally, there are several communication capabilities on TDS 380. It is equipped with an Ethernet port, which can be used to remotely control the instrument and read out measurement results across a dedicated network. It also includes two GPIB ports, allowing multiple oscilloscopes to be connected and controlled. An optional USB port can be added to transfer waveforms to a PC, and a serial port can be used to communicate with DC power supplies, allowing users to automate signal characterization tests. Overall, TEKTRONIX TDS 380 is an excellent and powerful instrument for a wide range of electronic testing tasks and applications. Its combination of advanced features, real time sampling rate and signal capture capabilities, makes it an ideal choice for both general and laboratory specific testing. Its intuitive and easy-to-use design coupled with a multitude of communication and math functions, makes it a great choice, both for experienced and novice users.