ABCs of Probes

Probes are vital to oscilloscope measurements. To understand how vital, disconnect the probes from an oscilloscope and try to make a measurement. It can't be done. There has to be some kind of electrical connection, a probe of some sort between the signal to be measured and the oscilloscope's input channel. In this paper, you'll learn what contributes to the strengths and weaknesses of probes and how to select the right probe for your application. You'll also learn some important tips for using probes properly.