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|caption=Type 131 Current Probe Amplifier
|caption=Type 131 Model 4 Current Probe Amplifier
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* [[Media:070-237.pdf|Tektronix P6016 manual]] (includes 131 schematics)
* [[Media:070-237.pdf|Tektronix P6016 manual]] (includes 131 schematics)
* [[Media:050-040.pdf|Tektronix Modification Kit 050-040 for 131]]
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The '''Tektronix Type 131''' is a Current Probe Amplifier used only with the [[P6016]] Current Probe. Type 131s were never given serial numbers, instead, they were produced cronologically in "Models." Models 1 thru 3 looked alike, while Model 4 got a redesigned enclosure like that used by the Type 134.
The '''Tektronix Type 131''' is a current probe amplifier used only with the [[P6016]] current probe. Type 131s were never given serial numbers, instead, they were produced chronologically in "Models." Models 1 thru 3 looked alike, while Model 4 got a redesigned enclosure like that used later by the [[134|Type 134]].
 
All four Type 131 Models used PNP transistors, thus requiring a negative power source. Models 1 thru 3 were hard-wired to their separate minus 19 V power supplies, while Model 4 got a power supply, 015-027, with a proprietary Tektronix coaxial connector.  The center pin of the Type 131 Model 4 power supply connector is grounded, so the outer contact is ~19 V negative. Note that the 015-0058-01 power supply for the Type 134 uses the same connector with the same relative voltage levels (center conductor ~19 V more positive than the outer contact) but the negative outer contact on the Type 134 power supply is held close to ground. So the Type 131 Model 4 will only work with the correct 015-027 Power Supply.
 
Using the wrong power supply with either amplifier version will short circuit the power supply output. Tektronix claims that this will not damage the 015-0058-01 power supply if connected to a Type 131. Damage to the 015-027 power supply seems likely if it is connected to a Type 134.
 
Power supplies for Type 134s are labeled "POWER SUPPLY FOR TYPE 134", while those for Type 131 Model 4s have no marking other than Tektronix and 015-027. In addition, all Type 131 power supplies have the AC line connector built onto the end of the power supply housing, while the 134 power supplies came with a ~3' AC line cord and plug.


{{BeginSpecs}}
{{BeginSpecs}}
{{Spec | Sensitivity | 1 mA/Div to 1 A/Div, 1-2-5 (scope input fixed at 50 mV/Div) }}
{{Spec | Sensitivity | 1 mA/Div to 1 A/Div, 1−2−5 (scope input fixed at 50 mV/Div) }}
{{Spec | Noise | 0.1 mA<sub>p-p</sub> }}
{{Spec | Noise | 0.1 mA<sub>p-p</sub> }}
{{Spec | Risetime | 20 ns (eq. 17 MHz -3 dB) }}
{{Spec | Risetime | 20 ns (eq. 17 MHz −3 dB bandwidth)}}
{{Spec | Lower frequency limit | 50 Hz  }}
{{Spec | Lower frequency limit | 50 Hz  }}
{{Spec | Delay time | 32 ns typ. }}
{{Spec | Delay time | 32 ns typ. }}
{{EndSpecs}}
{{EndSpecs}}
(all specifications are overall values including the P6016 probe)
(all specifications are overall values including the P6016 probe)
==Connectors==
All models of the 131 use a [[BNC connector|BNC input connector]].
The vast majority of 131s, including all the Models 1 thru 3, have a [[UHF connector|UHF output connector]]. 131 Model 4s with UHF outputs were Tektronix #015-0029-00.
A few very late 131 Model 4s were supplied with a locking [[BNC connector|BNC output connector]], as Tektronix #015-0050-00.
==Internals==
All four Type 131 models used PNP transistors, thus requiring a negative power source. Models 1 thru 3 were hard-wired to their separate minus ~19 V power supplies, while Model 4 got a power supply, [[015-027]], for 115 V<sub>AC</sub>, with a proprietary Tektronix coaxial connector. While the [[134|Type 134]] uses the same coaxial power supply connector, the power supplies are not interchangeable — Type 131 Model 4 will only work with the correct 015-027 power supply.
See the [[015-027|015-027 power supply page]] for more information.


==Pictures==
==Pictures==
<gallery>
<gallery>
Tek 131 front.jpg      | Type 131 Model 4 Front
 
Tek_p6016_131_3.jpg    | Type 131 Model 3 Front
Tek_p6016_131_3.jpg    | Type 131 Model 3 Front
Tek 131 side.jpg      | Type 131 Model 4 Side View
Tek_p6016_131_2.jpg    | Type 131 Model 3 with P6016
Tek_p6016_131_2.jpg    | Type 131 Model 3 with P6016
Tek 131 schem.png|Schematic, Models 1-3
Tek 131 early 1.jpg|Type 131 Model 3, with attached power supply
Tek 131 early 1.jpg|Type 131 Model 3, with attached power supply
Tek 131 early 2.jpg|Type 131 Model 3
Tek 131 early 2.jpg|Type 131 Model 3, with UHF to BNC adaptor
Tek 131 early 3.jpg|Type 131 Model 3
Tek 131 early 3.jpg|Type 131 Model 3
Tek 131 early 4.jpg|Type 131 Model 3
Tek 131 early 4.jpg|Type 131 Model 3
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Tek 131 early 6.jpg|Type 131 Model 3
Tek 131 early 6.jpg|Type 131 Model 3
Tek 131 early 7.jpg|Type 131 Model 3
Tek 131 early 7.jpg|Type 131 Model 3
Tek 131 schem.png|Type 131 Schematic, Models 1-3
Tek 131 front.jpg      | Type 131 Model 4 Front
Tek 131 side.jpg      | Type 131 Model 4 Side View
</gallery>
</gallery>


[[Category:Oscilloscope current probes]]
[[Category:Oscilloscope current probes]]

Latest revision as of 15:15, 14 June 2024

Tektronix Type 131
Current Probe Amplifier
Type 131 Model 4 Current Probe Amplifier

Produced from 1960 to (?)

Manuals
(All manuals in PDF format unless noted otherwise)
Manuals – Specifications – Links – Pictures

The Tektronix Type 131 is a current probe amplifier used only with the P6016 current probe. Type 131s were never given serial numbers, instead, they were produced chronologically in "Models." Models 1 thru 3 looked alike, while Model 4 got a redesigned enclosure like that used later by the Type 134.

Key Specifications

Sensitivity 1 mA/Div to 1 A/Div, 1−2−5 (scope input fixed at 50 mV/Div)
Noise 0.1 mAp-p
Risetime 20 ns (eq. 17 MHz −3 dB bandwidth)
Lower frequency limit 50 Hz
Delay time 32 ns typ.

(all specifications are overall values including the P6016 probe)

Connectors

All models of the 131 use a BNC input connector.

The vast majority of 131s, including all the Models 1 thru 3, have a UHF output connector. 131 Model 4s with UHF outputs were Tektronix #015-0029-00.

A few very late 131 Model 4s were supplied with a locking BNC output connector, as Tektronix #015-0050-00.

Internals

All four Type 131 models used PNP transistors, thus requiring a negative power source. Models 1 thru 3 were hard-wired to their separate minus ~19 V power supplies, while Model 4 got a power supply, 015-027, for 115 VAC, with a proprietary Tektronix coaxial connector. While the Type 134 uses the same coaxial power supply connector, the power supplies are not interchangeable — Type 131 Model 4 will only work with the correct 015-027 power supply.

See the 015-027 power supply page for more information.

Pictures