Tektronix A6302 User manual

Instructions
A6302 & A6302XL
20 Ampere AC/DC Current Probes
070-3905-04
Warning
The servicing instructions are for use by qualified
personnel only. To avoid personal injury, do not
perform any servicing unless you are qualified to
do so. Refer to all safety summaries prior to
performing service.

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WARRANTY
Tektronix warrants that the products that it manufactures and sells will be free from defects in materials and workmanship
for a period of one (1) year from the date of shipment. If a product proves defective during this warranty period, Tektronix,
at its option, either will repair the defective product without charge for parts and labor, or will provide a replacement in
exchange for the defective product.
In order to obtain service under this warranty, Customer must notify Tektronix of the defect before the expiration of the
warranty period and make suitable arrangements for the performance of service. Customer shall be responsible for
packaging and shipping the defective product to the service center designated by Tektronix, with shipping charges prepaid.
Tektronix shall pay for the return of the product to Customer if the shipment is to a location within the country in which the
Tektronix service center is located. Customer shall be responsible for paying all shipping charges, duties, taxes, and any
other charges for products returned to any other locations.
This warranty shall not apply to any defect, failure or damage caused by improper use or improper or inadequate
maintenance and care. Tektronix shall not be obligated to furnish service under this warranty a) to repair damage resulting
from attempts by personnel other than Tektronix representatives to install, repair or service the product; b) to repair
damage resulting from improper use or connection to incompatible equipment; c) to repair any damage or malfunction
caused by the use of non-Tektronix supplies; or d) to service a product that has been modified or integrated with other
products when the effect of such modification or integration increases the time or difficulty of servicing the product.
THIS WARRANTY IS GIVEN BY TEKTRONIX IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED. TEKTRONIX AND ITS VENDORS DISCLAIM ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. TEKTRONIX’ RESPONSIBILITY TO
REPAIR OR REPLACE DEFECTIVE PRODUCTS IS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY PROVIDED TO
THE CUSTOMER FOR BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. TEKTRONIX AND ITS VENDORS WILL NOT BE
LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IRRESPECTIVE
OF WHETHER TEKTRONIX OR THE VENDOR HAS ADVANCE NOTICE OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH
DAMAGES.

Service Assurance
If you have not already purchased Service Assurance for this product, you may do so at any time during the product’s
warranty period. Service Assurance provides Repair Protection and Calibration Services to meet your needs.
Repair Protection extends priority repair services beyond the product’s warranty period; you may purchase up to three
years of Repair Protection.
Calibration Services provide annual calibration of your product, standards compliance and required audit documentation,
recall assurance, and reminder notification of scheduled calibration. Coverage begins upon registration; you may purchase
up to five years of Calibration Services.
Service Assurance Advantages
Priced well below the cost of a single repair or calibration
Avoid delays for service by eliminating the need for separate purchase authorizations from your company
Eliminates unexpected service expenses
For Information and Ordering
For more information or to order Service Assurance, contact your Tektronix representative and provide the information
below. Service Assurance may not be available in locations outside the United States of America.
Name VISA or Master Card number and expiration
Company date or purchase order number
Address Repair Protection (1,2, or 3 years)
City, State, Postal code Calibration Services (1,2,3,4, or 5 years)
Country Instrument model and serial number
Phone Instrument purchase date

A6302 and A6302XL Instructions i
Table of Contents
General Safety Summary iii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Getting Started 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Product Description 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Probe Installation 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating the Current Probe Slide 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Degaussing and Autobalancing the Current Probe 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Probe Trim Adjust for Gain Accuracy (AM 503B and AM 5030 Only) 4. . . . . . .
Maximum Current Limits 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disassembly Instructions 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Obtaining Replacement Parts 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preparation for Shipment 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replaceable Parts 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parts Ordering Information 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the Replaceable Parts List 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Contents
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List of Figures
Figure 1: Connecting a current probe to the current probe amplifier 2
Figure 2: Operating the probe slide 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3:Applying the amp-second product rule 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4:A6302 and A6302XL specified operating area 9. . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 5:A6302 and A6302XL frequency derating curve for maximum
input current 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6:A6302 and A6302XL insertion impedance curve 10. . . . . . . . .
Figure 7: Probe jaw dimensions (nominal) 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 8: Removing the strain relief boot 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 9: Removing the top half of the probe 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 10: Removing the probe slide 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 11: Removing the current transformer and cable assembly of the
A6302 probe 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 12: Removing the current transformer of the A6302XL probe 16
Figure 13:A6302 exploded view 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 14:A6302XL exploded view 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
List of Tables
Table 1: Warranted A6302 and A6302XL specifications 8. . . . . . . . . .
Table 2: Electrical characteristics 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 3: Mechanical characteristics 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 4: Environmental characteristics 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 5: Certifications and compliances 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

A6302 and A6302XL Instructions iii
General Safety Summary
Review the following safety precautions to avoid injury and prevent damage to
this product or any products connected to it.
Only qualified personnel should perform service procedures.
Avoid Electric Overload. To avoid electric shock or fire hazard, do not apply a
voltage to a terminal that is outside the range specified for that terminal.
Avoid Electric Shock. To avoid injury or loss of life, do not connect or disconnect
probes or test leads while they are connected to a voltage source.
Ground the Product. This product is indirectly grounded through the grounding
conductor of the mainframe power cord. To avoid electric shock, the grounding
conductor must be connected to earth ground. Before making connections to the
input or output terminals of the product, ensure that the product is properly
grounded.
Do Not Operate in Wet/DampConditions. To avoid electric shock, do not operate
this product in wet or damp conditions.
Do Not Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere. To avoid injury or fire hazard, do not
operate this product in an explosive atmosphere.
Do Not Operate With Suspected Failures. If you suspect there is damage to this
product, have it inspected by qualified service personnel.
Do Not Immerse in Liquids. Clean the probe using only a damp cloth. Refer to
cleaning instructions.
Injury Precautions
Product Damage
Precautions

General Safety Summary
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Terms in this Manual. These terms may appear in this manual:
WARNING. Warning statements identify conditions or practices that could result
in injury or loss of life.
CAUTION. Caution statements identify conditions or practices that could result in
damage to this product or other property.
Terms on the Product. These terms may appear on the product:
DANGER indicates an injury hazard immediately accessible as you read the
marking.
WARNING indicates an injury hazard not immediately accessible as you read the
marking.
CAUTION indicates a hazard to property including the product.
Symbols on the Product. The following symbols may appear on the product:
ProtectiveGround
(Earth)Terminal ATTENTION Refer to Manual Double Insulated
DANGER
High Voltage
Refer to the specifications section for a listing of certifications and compliances
that apply to this product.
Symbols and Terms
Certifications and
Compliances

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Preface
This instruction manual supports the operation and maintenance of the A6302
and A6302XL current probes with any of the AM 503 series current probe
amplifiers.
You can find additional documentation supporting the operation and maintenance
of the AM 503 series amplifiers in the following manuals:
AM 503 Instruction Manual (070-2052-XX)
AM 503S (AM 503A) User Manual (070-8170-XX)
AM 503S (AM 503A) Service Manual (070-8174-XX)
AM 503B & AM 5030 Instruction Manual (070-8766-XX)

Preface
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