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FCA 3000 Frequency Counter

Tektronix FCA 3000 Frequency Counter family
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Tektronix FCA 3000 is a frequency counter. Tektronix FCA 3000 supports up to 300 MHz measurements in the FCA3000 model. Tektronix FCA 3000 provides 12 digit frequency resolution.[1]

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Power

300 MHz[1]

Optics

12 digit/s frequency resolution[1]

What it is

The Tektronix FCA 3000 is a frequency counter, also referred to as a timer/counter/analyzer. The FCA 3000 is part of the Tektronix FCA3000/3100 Frequency Counter Series.[2][1][3]

How it works

The FCA 3000 series offers a measurement capability up to 20 GHz. The instrument incorporates comprehensive analysis modes, including measurement statistics, histograms, and trend plots.[1]

What do the numbers mean?

Power & electrical1

Maximum frequency, FCA3000
300 MHz[1]
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Optics & imaging4

Frequency resolution
12 digit/s frequency resolution[1]
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Time resolution
down to 50 ps[1]
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Time resolution, FCA3000
100 ps[1]
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Frequency resolution
12 digit[1]
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Control & software3

Included software
NI LabVIEW SignalExpress software[1]
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TimeView software
Optional[1]
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Included software
NI LabVIEW SignalExpress[1]
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Configuration & options8

Manufacturer
Tektronix[2]
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Model
FCA 3000[2]
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Product line
FCA3000/3100 Frequency Counter[1]
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Maximum frequency measurement
up to 20 GHz[1]
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Connectivity
USB and GPIB ports[1]
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Product type
Frequency counter[1]
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Maximum frequency offered by the series
up to 20 GHz[1]
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USB and GPIB ports
Included[1]
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Vintage & configurations

Documented models & variants

DesignationGenerationVintageChangesSource
FCA3000——Maximum frequency 300 MHz; time resolution 100 ps; frequency resolution 12 digit.tek.com[1]
FCA3003——Maximum frequency 3 GHz; time resolution 100 ps; frequency resolution 12 digit.tek.com[1]
FCA3100——Maximum frequency 300 MHz; time resolution 50 ps; frequency resolution 12 digit.tek.com[1]
FCA3103——Maximum frequency 3 GHz; time resolution 50 ps; frequency resolution 12 digit.tek.com[1]
FCA3020——Maximum frequency 20 GHz; time resolution 100 ps; frequency resolution 12 digit.tek.com[1]
FCA3120——Maximum frequency 20 GHz; time resolution 50 ps; frequency resolution 12 digit.tek.com[1]
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What does it need to run?

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  • Maximum frequency, FCA3000300 MHz[1]

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Frequently asked questions

What analysis modes are available on the FCA 3000?

The FCA 3000 includes analysis modes such as measurement statistics, histograms, and trend plots.[1]

Is the FCA 3000 part of a series of frequency counters?

Yes, the FCA 3000 belongs to the FCA3000/3100 Series of frequency counters from Tektronix.[1]

Not publicly documented

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  • No publicly documented production dates or lifecycle milestones (introduction, end of production, EOL) for the FCA 3000 Frequency Counter are on record.

    Answerable by: OEM historical records or a trade-press announcement

  • The control-system platform and OS era of the FCA 3000 Frequency Counter are not on record.

    Answerable by: an engineer who operated it or OEM installation records

  • No publicly documented failure modes or field errata for the FCA 3000 Frequency Counter are on record.

    Answerable by: a field service engineer, process engineer, or maintenance technician

  • The process node or technology generation of the FCA 3000 Frequency Counter is not on record.

    Answerable by: an OEM datasheet or a fab qualification report

  • No publicly documented compatible parts, consumables, or accessories for the FCA 3000 Frequency Counter are on record.

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Sources & citations

Sources (3)Every fact above is drawn from these public sources
  1. [1]tek.com — tek.comtek.com
  2. [2]Equipment inventory listing
  3. [3]FCA3000, FCA3100, and MCA3000 Series User Manual | Tektronix — tek.comtek.com
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