Re: 'Scope Goes Bang
Posted: Thu May 21, 2020 6:50 pm
I've had a Tek 2230 for a while. The only thing that's died is the PSU fan. I like it mostly because it works in both an analogue and a digital mode. Analogue meaning it's quick and doesn't look like a slideshow (although some of the newer scopes do great at displaying) and digital meaning I can do a single trigger to capture waveforms and take measurements.
I also have a Tek 2215, it's good, but the rotary switch for the SEV/DIV button broke and fixing it took a painload of desoldering.
Used equipment is great when it works, the biggest issue I run into is spare parts. They seem to go for exorbitant prices. I once paid 13$ for an 8-DIP Opamp.
In the end , I've never met the perfect piece of equipment, just have to learn to work with the problems.
(Sorry if my English is weird at times, it's my second language and rereading posts I can see that)
I also have a Tek 2215, it's good, but the rotary switch for the SEV/DIV button broke and fixing it took a painload of desoldering.
Used equipment is great when it works, the biggest issue I run into is spare parts. They seem to go for exorbitant prices. I once paid 13$ for an 8-DIP Opamp.
In the end , I've never met the perfect piece of equipment, just have to learn to work with the problems.
(Sorry if my English is weird at times, it's my second language and rereading posts I can see that)