Tektronix FCA3003 Frequency Counter

Overview

The Tektronix FCA3003 is a precision frequency counter and signal analyzer delivering industry-leading frequency and time resolution for comprehensive signal measurement. With deep internal memory, fast data transfer rates, and comprehensive analysis capabilities, the FCA3003 provides the accuracy and throughput required for telecommunications, electronics testing, and precision measurement applications.

Key Features

• 300 MHz frequency measurement on A and B channels, 3 GHz on C channel
• 100 ps single-shot time resolution with 12 digit/s frequency resolution
• 0.001° phase resolution and 3 mV voltage resolution
• Automated measurements including frequency, period, ratio, time interval, pulse width, rise/fall time, phase angle, and duty cycle
• 250,000 measurement results per second to internal memory with 15,000 results per second over GPIB or USB interface
• Optional high-stability oven time base for enhanced measurement accuracy
• Limit-qualifying capability for statistical analysis of signal clusters
• Hysteresis compensation reducing trigger-level error to approximately 2.5 mV
• USB and GPIB connectivity for automated test system integration
• Optional TimeView software for modulation domain analysis
• Three-year warranty

Applications

• Frequency and timing verification in telecommunications systems
• Jitter and signal integrity analysis in digital circuits
• Precision timing validation for medical and mechanical equipment
• Allan deviation and frequency stability measurements
• General-purpose frequency and timing measurements