Tektronix PA1000 Single-Phase AC Power Analyzer 1 MHz 600 V 20 A

PA1000 is a single-phase, single-channel bench power analyzer from Tektronix with a 1 MHz measurement bandwidth, a basic accuracy of ±0.04 percent, direct inputs of 1 to 600 V RMS (Cat II) and 20 µA to 20 A RMS, and harmonic analysis to the 50th order as standard.

Measure how much power a product really draws

The datasheet positions the PA1000 for proving that products meet energy-efficiency rules. Its DMM-like interface and colour graphical display show watts, VA, VAR, power factor, crest factor, THD and energy integration, plus waveforms and harmonic bar charts, with 1 MS/s continuous sampling for transient analysis.

Two dedicated tests are built in. Current harmonics can be pre-compliance tested to IEC/EN 61000-3-2 and 4-7, and standby power can be tested to IEC 62301 and EN 50564, with the datasheet stating full-compliance testing at levels as low as 5 mW. The free PWRVIEW software produces formatted pass/fail reports for these tests.

Key features as printed in the datasheet

• Voltage ranges 10 V peak to 1000 V peak; current ranges 0.1 A to 100 A peak on the 20 A shunt, 0.002 A to 2 A peak on the 1 A shunt.
• Measurements include Vrms, Arms, W, VA, VAR, PF, Hz, peaks, DC, crest factors, THD, distortion factors, Z, R, X, and Wh, VAh, VARh and Ah.
• USB, LAN and GPIB interfaces as standard.
• Front-panel 4 mm banana jacks; optional BB1000 breakout box with a mains outlet.
• Three-year warranty.

Technical specification

Measurement accuracy

Inputs and general

Ordering and accessories

The order code is PA1000. The kit includes a voltage lead set, a country-specific power cord, a USB cable, a documentation CD in ten languages and a calibration certificate with a three-year warranty. Choose the power plug option from A0 (North America 115 V), A1 (Universal Euro), A2 (UK), A3 (Australia), A4 (North America 240 V), A5 (Switzerland), A6 (Japan), A10 (China), A11 (India), A12 (Brazil) or A99 (no cord), and add a BB1000 breakout box in the matching North America, EU or UK plug style if you test mains-cord products.

How to connect and read results

Plug the product under test into the BB1000 breakout box and connect the box to the analyzer with the supplied 4 mm safety leads, or wire the inputs directly. Allow 30 minutes of warm-up and perform the manual zero before low-level work; the datasheet states specifications are valid from 1 to 100 percent of range in low bandwidth and above 10 percent of range in high bandwidth. External shunts must be 10 Ω or less. When no frequency is detected the signal is treated as DC for accuracy purposes.

Efficiency and standby tests for Gulf manufacturers and labs

Applications cited by Tektronix include power supplies and UPS, LED drivers, wireless charging, consumer electronics, appliances, IT equipment, inverters and battery chargers. Local assemblers of lighting, air-conditioning controls and chargers can use it to check consumption before sending products to an external test house. Tektronix states support for additional testing to CE, EnergyStar, CEC, SPEC Power, CQC-3146 and NOM-32-ENER-2013; confirm the scheme you need with your certifying body.

Selection and installation notes

Test and measurement instruments are selected from the accuracy, the range and the interfaces the work needs. Allow the warm-up time, use leads and probes rated for the voltage and category of the circuit, keep the inputs inside the stated limits and keep the calibration current according to your quality system. Record the settings used for any test that must be repeated later.

Information needed for a quotation

Send the full model code, the quantity, the delivery location in Oman or the GCC, the intended use and any accessories needed, so that the complete package can be quoted together.

Documents and supply information

The manufacturer data sheet is attached to this page and should be read together with the project specification and the site risk assessment before a purchase is confirmed. Ratings, standards and dimensions are quoted as printed on that sheet. Lead time, stock position and certificates available with the shipment are confirmed in the quotation, and we supply to Oman and the wider GCC region for industrial, utility and building services projects.

Related accessories

Listed by Tektronix: BB1000-NA, BB1000-EU and BB1000-UK breakout boxes, CL200 (1 to 200 A) and CL1200 (0.1 to 1200 A) current clamps, BALLAST-CT lamp-ballast current transducer, PA-LEADSET replacement leads and free PWRVIEW software. See the Portable Test and Measurement category.

Frequently asked questions

What can the PA1000 measure directly?

Single-phase AC and DC from 1 to 600 V RMS (Cat II) and 20 µA to 20 A RMS.

Which compliance tests does it support?

Pre-compliance harmonic testing to IEC/EN 61000-3-2 and 4-7, and standby-power testing to IEC 62301 and EN 50564.

How many harmonics are analysed?

Up to the 50th order as a standard feature.

Which interfaces does it have?

USB, LAN and GPIB, all standard.

Is Seven Star LLC a Tektronix distributor?

No. Seven Star LLC is not a Tektronix distributor; it is an independent Muscat-based supplier that quotes Tektronix products on request.

Documents and quotation

This page carries the official Tektronix datasheet for PA1000. Seven Star LLC is an independent supplier in Muscat and sources Tektronix products on request; tell us the quantity and delivery point to receive a quotation. Always confirm the order code and technical values in the document first. See more in the product category.