TEK AM 503B Current Measurement Systems

Features

AM 5030/AM 5030S

Applications

Specifications

The AM 503 Current Measurement system family is the most sophisticated current measurement solution available. The split core probes incorporate both a transformer for AC and a Hall Effect device for DC measurements to provide broadband current measurements from DC to 100 MHz. The AM 5030 Programmable Current Probe Amplifier automates time consuming manual measurements via a GPIB command set. The industry standard AM 503S Current Probe System provides a complete current measurement system in a single package.

The XL Series of probes features eight-meter cables for convenient access to test points. The A6304XL enables measurements of 500 A at DC, 700 A Peak.

For more information about the AM 503 Current Measurement Family, order Data Sheet 51W-7955-2.

The AM 5030 Current Probe Amplifier with General Purpose Interface Bus (GPIB) adds programmability to the versatile AM 503B. The AM 5030 enables you to use automated techniques to make wide bandwidth AC/DC current measurements. The AM 5030 is a TM 5000 single-wide module that plugs into a 3-slot TM 5003 power module mainframe. While the non-programmable AM 503B will operate in either a TM 500 or TM 5000 power module mainframe, the AM 5030 works only in a TM 5000 mainframe. The AM 5030 uses A6312, A6302, A6303 and the XL Series of current probes and connects to any scope or analyzer via a BNC cable.

Like the AM 503B, the AM 5030 does not have to be calibrated with specific current probes. This is a tremendous operational improvement over the older AM 503. The AM 5030 and AM 503B also provide several improvements over the AM 503A, including a faster Degauss/self-calibration cycle and more responsive, reliable front-panel controls.

The AM 5030 uses the IEEE 488.1 bus standard. Using a simple command set, you can configure and confirm the settings of the amplifier or read the instrument's serial number. You can determine whether the current probe is open or closed, use bus commands to initiate a self-test or force a probe Degauss and DC balance operation. The AM 5030 bus address is set through the front panel and the address is retained when power is removed. The AM 5030 does not require an external controller to operate. It can be completely controlled using the front panel; however, when used with a controller, the front panel can be disabled to prevent manual operator adjustments.

For more information about the AM 5030, request the AM 5030 Programmable Current Probe Amplifier Data Sheet 51W-8941-0.

The AM 5030S consists of an AM 5030 and a TM 5003. If you already own a power module, order only an AM 5030. If you need a power module, order an AM 5030S. Order the appropriate probes separately.

The AM 503S Current Probe System is the most versatile current measurement system available. Since the probes incorporate both a transformer and a Hall Effect device, broadband AC/DC current can be measured simultaneously. Depending on the probe used, current from DC to 100 MHz and up to 700 A can be measured by clipping the split-core probes around the conductor. The AM 503S is truly a system, consisting of an AM 503B Current Probe Amplifier, a TM 502A two-wide Power Module, and an A6302 Current Probe. Options enable you to add or substitute an A6312 Current Probe, A6303 Current Probe or delete the A6302 Current Probe. If you require any of the XL current probes (longer length), then use Option 09, which deletes the A6302.

Specs

Ordering Information

TEK AM 503B Current Measurement Systems

Includes: 50 Ohm BNC Cable (012-0057-01); Instruction Manual (070-8766-05); Reference Card (070-8770-01). The AM 5030 requires an A6312, A6302, A6303 or XL Series Current Probe and a TM 5003 or AM 5030S Power Module Mainframe.

Includes: AM 5030 Programmable Current Probe Amplifier and TM 5003 3-wide Power Module Mainframe. Order probes separately.

Includes: Same as AM 5030. The AM 503B requires one of the TM 500/5000 Series Power Modules, and an A6312, A6302, A6303 or XL Series Current Probe.

Includes: AM 503B Current Probe Amplifier; TM 502A Power Module; A6302 Current Probe; AM 503S Instruction Manual (070-8766-05); A6302 Instruction Manual (070-3905-04).

Opt. 01 - Adds A6303 Current Probe.

Opt. 03 - Substitutes A6303 Current Probe.

Opt. 05 - Substitutes A6312 Current Probe.

Opt. 09 - Deletes A6302 Current Probe.