Tektronix P6015A User manual

Instruction Manual
P6015A
1000X High Voltage Probe
070-8223-04
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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Copyright ©Tektronix, Inc. All rights reserved.
Tektronix products are covered by U.S. and foreign patents, issued and
pending. Information in this publication supercedes that in all previously
published material. Specifications and price change privileges reserved.
Tektronix, Inc., P.O. Box 500, Beaverton, OR 97077
TEKTRONIX and TEK are registered trademarks of Tektronix, Inc.

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.

P6015A Instruction Manual i
Table of Contents
General Safety Summary v. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service Safety Summary vii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contacting Tektronix ix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
User Information
Overview 1–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Readout Option 1–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Standard Accessories 1–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Options 1–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setup 1–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
In Detail 1–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Guidelines 1–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maximum Input Voltage 1–10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Probe Grounding 1–13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Probe Compensation 1–15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Caring for the Probe 1–20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Other Considerations 1–21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Problems Encountered Using the Probe 1–21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications 1–23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Warranted Characteristics 1–23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Typical and Nominal Characteristics 1–27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Service Information
Performance Verification 2–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjustments 2–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Test Equipment Required 2–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preparation 2–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Long-Form Procedure 2–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance 2–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preventive Maintenance 2–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Troubleshooting and Repair 2–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mechanical Disassembly and Assembly 2–13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replaceable Parts 2–17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parts Ordering Information 2–17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the Replaceable Parts List 2–18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Index

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P6015A Instruction Manual iii
List of Figures
Figure 1–1: The P6015A High-Voltage Probe 1–2. . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 1–2: Compensation Box with Readout Option 1–3. . . . .
Figure 1–3:Assembling the P6015A 1–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 1–4: Maximum Input Voltage Derating
(DC + Peak AC) 1–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 1–5: Peak Pulse Derating 1–13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 1–6: Zones Affected by Compensation Adjustments 1–18
Figure 1–7: Humidity Derating Chart 1–26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 1–8: Typical Input Impedance and Phase 1–26. . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–1:Access to Long-Form Adjustments 2–5. . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–2:Adjustment Locations 2–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–3: Periods Affected by Compensation
Adjustments 2–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–4: Removal and Replacement of Probe Head 2–14. . . .
Figure 2–5: P6015A Exploded View 2–20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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List of Tables
Table 1–1: Maximum Input Voltage1,2,3 1–10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1–2: Test Equipment Required for Short-Form
Adjustment 1–16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1–3: Warranted Electrical Characteristics 1–24. . . . . . . .
Table 1–4: Warranted Environmental Characteristics 1–25. . .
Table 1–5: Typical Electrical Characteristics 1–27. . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1–6: Nominal Mechanical Characteristics 1–28. . . . . . . .
Table 2–1: Test Equipment Required for Long-Form
Adjustment 2–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

P6015A Instruction Manual v
General Safety Summary
Review the following safety precautions to avoid injury and prevent
damage to this product or any products connected to it. To avoid
potential hazards, use this product only as specified.
Only qualified personnel should perform service procedures.
Connect and Disconnect Properly. Connect the probe output to the
measurement instrument before connecting the probe to the circuit
under test. Disconnect the probe input and the probe ground from the
circuit under test before disconnecting the probe from the measure-
ment instrument.
Connect the ground lead of the probe to earth ground only.
Do Not Operate Without Covers. Do not operate this product with
covers or panels removed.
Avoid Exposed Circuitry. Do not touch exposed connections and
components when power is present.
Do Not Operate With Suspected Failures. If you suspect there is damage
to this product, have it inspected by qualified service personnel.
Do Not Operate in Wet/Damp Conditions.
Do Not Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere.
Keep Product Surfaces Clean and Dry.

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Safety Terms and Symbols
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.
Symbols on the Product. These symbols may appear on the product:
CAUTION
Refer to Manual WARNING High Voltage ProtectiveGround
(Earth) Terminal