PicoBNC+ 2000 A AC/DC current clamp

Auto-configuring 2000A AC/DC current clamp for PicoScope. Ideal for starter motor current draw and high-amp diagnostics.

£239.00

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PicoBNC+ 2000 A AC/DC current clamp

Description

The PicoBNC+ 2000A AC/DC current clamp (TA388) is designed for automotive technicians who need to measure high currents up to 2000 amps without cutting, disconnecting, or stripping wires. Simply clamp the jaws around the cable and plug into your PicoScope — the clamp auto-configures and ranges automatically, making starter motor current draw testing and alternator output diagnostics fast and non-intrusive.

The TA388 has a specification to match our popular TA167 200A/2000A clamp but fitted with a PicoBNC+ interface. The clamp can be auto-configured by PicoScope software when connected to the scope. Ranging is carried out automatically with no user switching required. The clamp is powered via the scope and therefore does not require any batteries. Additionally, the clamp is auto-zeroed whenever connected to the scope.

These current clamps have been designed for use with PicoScope oscilloscopes and feature additional screening to reduce noise pickup. The Pico TA388 current clamp can either be purchased as an accessory within one of our popular diagnostic kits or individually but requires a PicoScope featuring the PicoBNC+ such as the 4225A or 4425A.

Product Specification

Model PicoBNC+ current clamp: 2000 A AC/DC
Physical
Combined length of lead and probe 2.85 m
Jaw size 32 mm diameter
Weight 320g
Electrical
Working current range ±2000 A DC or AC peak
Overload current 2200 A DC (for one minute)
Maximum voltage and CAT ratings 300 V
Hardware bandwidth 20 kHz
Temperature coefficient ±0.1% of reading / °C
Hardware Resolution ± 100 mA up to 200 A
± 500 mA above that
Accuracy 1% ± offset up to 1500 A
5% from 1500 A to 2000 A
Operating Temperature range 0 °C to 50 °C
Storage temperature range –20 °C to +85 °C
Operating humidity 15% to 85% (non-condensing)
Bandwidth Frequency range DC to 20 kHz (–1 dB)
Calibration / zero offset requirements On startup

Typical Uses

The wide range of this clamp allows currents from under 1 A right up to 2000 A to be measured. It can be used with a PicoScope for many applications including:

  • Battery testing with PicoDiagnostics software
  • Relative compression testing
  • Starter motor testing
  • Alternator output testing
  • Hybrid and EV electric motor current

The 2000 A clamp also features auto-ranging allowing the TA388 to be used many applications where a "low amps" clamp would normally be required such as checking injector and ignition current.

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