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TDR Time Domain Reflectometer. Fast Clock, USB Power. Detect cable faults & More

$ 9.7

Availability: 90 in stock
  • Model: ElectroResales TDR
  • Form Factor: PCB
  • Modified Item: No
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • California Prop 65 Warning: Not applicable
  • Refund will be given as: Money back or replacement (buyer's choice)
  • Brand: Electro-Resales
  • Condition: New
  • MPN: ER-TDR-USB
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
  • Item must be returned within: 60 Days
  • Custom Bundle: No
  • Non-Domestic Product: No

    Description

    Fast Clock Time Domain Reflectometer (TDR) - Powered by USB
    Please Note:
    The design has been modified to use a 'SIL' style resistor to
    replace a number of discrete resistors. This in no way affects the operation, see photo # 2 for the latest board
    revision
    Description
    Using a fast square wave clock, this TDR when coupled to a medium speed (50 MHz typically) or faster Oscilloscope, can be used to quickly determine key parameters about cable lengths, position of cable faults and assist in cable characterization.
    Designed to attach directly to an oscilloscope input BNC, and if available be powered by the scopes USB port. The effect of the TDR on measurements is minimized by having the male scope connector in  direct line/proximity to the test BNC, which is located on the opposite side of the PCB.
    The TDR is powered via the USB B port, and this provides a convenient 'field use' option for powering the TDR from the scope itself, another USB source or a battery power bank.
    In use the TDR clock signal is 'stretched' out on the oscilloscope to display the square wave 'ringing', once achieved the test cable can be attached and the un-terminated return pulse will cause a second 'bump' in the square wave to be seen on the display (see photos in listing).
    Using simple math and the return path speed measured from the scope display, cable length can be determined.
    TO FIND OUR 12VDC POWERED VERSION SEARCH ITEM # 152587007700
    Whats included:
    1. Fully populated TDR PCB
    2. USB A - B cable
    PLEASE NOTE - NO OSCILLOSCOPE INCLUDED IN SALE - SHOWN IN PICTURES FOR ILLUSTRATION ONLY.
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