New PS7 software release, Guided Test and much more!🚗

Latest Early Access software is now available!

In our latest PicoScope Early Access software release, we’ve focused on improving the functionality, performance and interaction of Demo mode. Demo mode lets you try out the PicoScope software before buying a scope and is also great for training and educational use.

Choose a different Demo waveform for each channel, including common Automotive signals and sensors.
The speed of Demo waveforms can be set in RPM.
The Demo channel signals align as they would on an actual vehicle.
New CAN bus Demo waveforms allow you to try Serial Decoding in Demo mode.

As well as demo mode, the latest release brings more new features, including:

New Math functions for Rise & Fall rate
Advanced filtering for serial decoders
New and updated Guided Tests in Toolbox
Improvements to Free Text search within the Reference Waveform Library

Click below to start your download now!

New motor winding current phasing

Our latest motor winding current phasing Guided Test is now available in PicoScope 7 Automotive for all users of the PicoScope 4000 Series Automotive oscilloscopes. This essential test helps technicians assess motor winding health, current phasing, and control signal integrity in electric vehicle (EV) motors. For more information click below:

A comprehensive guide to oscilloscope diagnostics

There can be no doubt that the automotive service and repair industry has changed beyond all recognition in the last 40 years. The last five years have perhaps seen the largest change, given the exponential growth of electric vehicle sales competing head-to-head with the sale of diesel ICEs. Click below to read the full article:

The Godfather of oscilloscope diagnostics retires

We found out in early 2025 that Frank Massey was planning to retire from his work as a diagnostic technician in spring 2025 after 50 years in the UK Automotive Business. So we decided that it was an occasion that we had to mark in some way.

Click below to find out more, on how we marked Frank’s retirement:

2019 Volkswagen Caddy DEF level sensor

Check out the latest forum post about the DEF level sensor on the 2019 Volkswagen Caddy. Click below to check out the full post:

Pico on the web…

Identifying engine mechanical failures using electronic methods

This in-depth video looks at diagnosing engine mechanical failures using a WPS 500X pressure transducer with a PicoScope, current clamps and ignition pick-up leads. Simple testing without having to strip down an engine.

AERA training event

Fancy attending the next AERA training event on the 25th of April? Where Chris Hamann from Lakeland Auto & Marine will be teaching PicoScope Daignostics.

For more information, click below:

Exhibitions

Do you want to meet us in person, and see live demonstrations of our oscilloscopes, products and features? Well why not join us at bauma 2025 on the 7th – 13th April on stand A2. 625/5

For more information on our upcoming events and how to attend, you can check out the exhibitions page on our website.

Motortec 2025 // Spain // 23rd – 26th April
MECHANEX // Yorkshire, UK // 15th – 16th May

Pico People

Welcome to the debut of ‘Pico People,’ a monthly spotlight on the incredible individuals who make Pico Technology tick! Beyond the oscilloscopes and data loggers, there’s a vibrant team of passionate professionals driving innovation and delivering excellence. In this series, we’ll peel back the curtain and introduce you to the faces behind the technology. Get ready to meet engineers, sales gurus, support specialists and more, as we delve into their roles their passions, plus some fun, quirky facts you might not expect. Join us as we celebrate the diverse talent at Pico, one fascinating person at a time.

FPGA Engineer

Pico Technology is looking for an experienced FPGA Designer with proven HDL skills and experience to develop a new range of test and measurement solutions. If you have a passion for engineering and want to work with like-minded people, then Pico could be what you’re looking for!

The perfect applicant would be a well-rounded FPGA Engineer to complement our dynamic High-End Scope Design team. Ideally from a high-tech electronic product design environment the successful job holder will be able to demonstrate mixed signal design skills and experience. Preference will be given to those with previous test equipment design experience.

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Senior PCB Layout Engineer

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior PCB Layout Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will support our existing hardware engineers and take responsibility for in-house PCB design and layout activities.

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The location for both these roles is St Neots (PE19 8YP), Cambridge

Do either of these roles sound like the perfect fit for you? If so, find out more and apply, or check out any of our other vacancies, on our careers site.