Know someone who's doing lots of PCB diagnosis/repair?

 Tell them about BoardMaster - they'll thank you for it! Purchased after demo'd at one site, paid for itself in a week! https://www.saelig.com/news/articles/abi-pastor.pdf

I hear that Saelig is discounting Rigol testgear ...

 See Manufacturer Promotions: Saelig Online Store

Understanding circular polarization

 https://bit.ly/MegiQsaelig080725

QuantAsylum kudos ...

Audio Systems designer TC says: I have and use 😁 QA403 and QA451 - an amazing combo. This analyzer has performance of XXx515 and cost just a 10% of Axxx Xxxxxxx

https://www.saelig.com/category/quantasylum.htm  

#audioengineer  #soundengineer  #audio #audioelectronics

EMC Problems - Quick Fix?

 SPREAD SPECTRUM CLOCK OSCILLATORS – REDUCING EMI AT SOURCE. Using drop-in replacement Spread Spectrum Technology (SST) clock oscillators is a modulation technique that can quickly result in significant reductions in EMI emissions. Read on here: https://bit.ly/saeligSST

Now ON SALE!

 RIGOL Technologies’ leading-edge Test & Measurement instruments are now ON SALE! They compete equally with famous-name industry leaders but at a much more affordable price. But now several of their instrument ranges are on Special Sale while stocks last. At Saelig, we can help you choose the very best precision measurement products to suit your application, or you can browse our website to make your own decision. Rigol instruments offer excellent specs at a great price. https://www.saelig.com/news/newsletters/saelig-072925-newsletter.pdf

EMI and Forensics

 EMI shielding ensures the integrity of digital evidence by preventing unauthorized access, tampering, or remote wiping. EMI can disrupt wireless signals, making it essential to use shielding techniques when dealing with mobile devices or other wireless technologies. EMI investigations are essential for understanding and mitigating the impact of EMI on electronic systems. https://www.saelig.com/news/articles/forensics-072827P.pdf

Why Saelig?

 

Saelig emphasizes finding unique products from around the world that are often unavailable elsewhere; special test equipment that is not available from other American distributors. Saelig's sales and distribution center is located near Rochester, New York. https://bit.ly/saeligETHOS

Selecting an RF Shielded Test enclosure

 Selecting an RF Shielded Test enclosure involves the selection of an enclosure that will easily contain the device(s) you wish to test, as well as the proper interface connections to allow you to measure the parameters of the device you wish to test .... https://bit.ly/saeligENC

15GHz!!

 The SynthHD is a state of the art Dual Channel #RF Signal Generator. These devices have set the bar on microwave radio frequency generators for quality, size and price - designed and manufactured in the USA! Tune any frequency between 10MHz and 15GHz in 0.1Hz resolution. Adjust calibrated amplitude in 0.1dB resolution up to +20dBm and across more than 50dB of range. Each channels has independent frequency and amplitude settings, or set both channels to the same frequency and adjust phase between the two in 0.1 degree increments.

Expect excellent performance and high reliability despite the SynthHD Pro’s low cost https://www.saelig.com/windfreak/synthhd-v2.htm

The Mechanic's Secret Weapon ...

In a small town somewhere in America, where the hum of engines was as common as birdsong, Jake was the go-to mechanic. Known for his uncanny ability to diagnose even the trickiest car troubles, Jake had earned the trust of every driver in town. But what no one knew was the secret behind his success: the #Picoscope Automotive Oscilloscope, with its powerful software.

One sweltering summer afternoon, a frantic customer, Sarah, pulled into Jake’s garage. Her car had been stalling unpredictably, and three other mechanics had failed to find the issue. She was at her wit's end. Jake, calm and confident, smiled reassuringly. "Let’s take a look."

He pulled out his trusty #Picoscope, a compact yet powerful diagnostic tool. Connecting it to Sarah’s car, Jake explained, “This isn’t just any tool. The Picoscope lets me see what’s happening inside your car’s systems in real-time. It’s like having X-ray vision for engines.”

Within minutes, the Picoscope revealed the culprit: a failing crankshaft position sensor. Jake showed Sarah the live data on the screen, explaining how the sensor’s erratic signals were causing the stalling. She was amazed. “No one else could figure this out! How did you do it so quickly?”

Jake responded: “The Picoscope doesn’t just save me time—it saves you money. No guesswork, no unnecessary part replacements. Just precise, reliable diagnostics.”

After replacing the faulty sensor, Sarah’s car purred like new. She left the garage singing Jake’s praises, but Jake knew the real hero was the Picoscope.

Word spread quickly. Soon, Jake’s garage was busier than ever, with customers coming from neighboring towns. And every time he solved a problem, Jake would proudly say, “It’s all thanks to the Picoscope—the mechanic’s secret weapon.”

Why Choose Picoscope?

• Precision Diagnostics: Identify issues with pinpoint accuracy.
• Time-Saving: Diagnose faster, repair smarter.
• Cost-Effective: Reduce unnecessary part replacements.

Whether you’re a seasoned mechanic or a DIY enthusiast, the Picoscope is your ultimate tool for automotive diagnostics. Don’t just fix cars—master them.

https://www.saelig.com/category/ADE.htm

Latest Nuts&Volts newsletter ...

 

Latest Nuts&Volts newsletter is out:  Static helps cure audio amp; What the l is it; Simple isolator for externally-powered Arduinos; What would you change if you could?   https://bit.ly/NV072525
@nutsvolts

Qualify and validate NB-IOT / LTE-M network coverage.

 Scan all the networks present of the various operators within range of the tester, and make a quick initial assessment of their performance. Test NB-IoT and/or LTE-M network coverage anywhere in the world, with any single or multi-operator nano-SIM card. Qualify network coverage at different locations and view network quality indicators for each measurement point.

Geolocate each measurement point automatically and view the values on Google Maps or on your building plans. https://www.saelig.com/MFR00007/arf8393aaa.htm

Supercharge your workflow with the ThunderSync3-16

 Supercharge your workflow with the ThunderSync3-16: The ultimate Thunderbolt 3 hub

This innovative Thunderbolt 3 hub revolutionizes your workflow with unparalleled speed, vast connectivity, and time-saving intelligent device management. Tired of juggling cables and sacrificing speed? The Cambrionix ThunderSync3-16 is the solution you've been waiting for.
Unleash Thunderbolt 3 power: At its core, the ThunderSync3-16 leverages the incredible bandwidth of Thunderbolt 3, delivering lightning-fast data transfer speeds of up to 40Gbps. This translates to significantly quicker file transfers and smoother operation when working with large files or demanding applications. You can even connect and daisy-chain up to six ThunderSync3-16 hubs for managing up to 96 devices simultaneously without performance bottlenecks, thanks to its unique design and robust architecture.
https://www.saelig.com/news/articles/cam072425P.pdf

Boxing clever ...

 This week's Newsletter is all about Faraday enclosures, and how valuable they can be in product design and testing: https://www.saelig.com/news/newsletters/saelig-072225-newsletter.pdf

Getting technical ...

 Have you seen all the technical articles we have on our website? Problem solving! Broad range! https://www.saelig.com/articles.htm

Why RamseyBoxes from Saelig are Best!

When precision, durability, and performance matter, engineers choose #RamseyBoxes from Saelig! These #RF-quiet Faraday boxes are used in labs, defense, telecommunications, and research environments around the world—not just for shielding, but for enabling innovation through accurate, interference-free testing. Here’s why professionals trust RamseyBoxes from Saelig when it comes to #RF #shielding and secure signal containment.

https://www.saelig.com/news/articles/ramsey-boxes-best-071825P.pdf

#faradaybox, #faradaycage, #ramsey, #faradaybag, #faradaypouch, #emfprotection, #emf, #emfradiation, #faradaycages, #dataprivacy, #emi, #precfompliance, #signalblocker

Is PicoScope better than an oscilloscope?

Of course, a PicoScope is an oscilloscope.  But maybe the question is: Is a PicoScope better than a benchtop scope.

Whether a PicoScope is "better" than a benchtop oscilloscope depends on the specific needs of the user, as both have their advantages. PicoScopes, being PC-based, offer portability and often a lower cost, while benchtop scopes provide a dedicated, often more robust, hardware interface. 

PicoScope Advantages:

• Portability:
  PicoScopes are compact and USB-powered, making them ideal for on-the-go testing and situations where bench space is limited. 

   

  Large Display:They utilize the computer's display, offering a larger and higher-resolution viewing area than most benchtop scopes. 

   

  Advanced Analysis: PicoScope software provides advanced features like FFT spectrum analysis, serial decoding, and mathematical functions that can be more powerful than those found in many benchtop models. 

   

  Cost: They can be more affordable, especially when considering the cost of a large display and advanced features in benchtop models. 

   

  Software Updates: PicoScope software is frequently updated with new features and protocols, ensuring your scope stays current. 

   

  Flexibility: PicoScope's software can be installed on multiple computers, allowing for offline analysis and collaboration. 

  Benchtop Oscilloscope Advantages:

  Dedicated Hardware Interface: Benchtop scopes offer a physical interface with dedicated buttons and knobs, which some users find more intuitive and responsive for certain tasks. 

   

  Robustness and Reliability: Benchtop scopes are often built with a focus on durability and long-term reliability, making them suitable for demanding environments. 

   

  Specialized Features: Some benchtop scopes may have specialized features or higher bandwidths that may not typically found in PicoScopes. 

   

  Ease of Use: For some users, the dedicated hardware interface of a benchtop scope can be easier to learn and use, especially for those who are less comfortable with computer-based interfaces. 

  In Summary:  If portability, advanced software features, and cost are priorities, a PicoScope is a strong contender, especially with its versatile PC interface.  If a dedicated standalone instrument, robustness, and specialized features are essential, a benchtop scope might be a better fit. 

  #picoscope, #electronics, #education, #test 

  # 

See through walls!

  Cylinder walls, that is!

https://www.saelig.com/news/newsletters/saelig-071525-newsletter.pdf

Latest Nuts&Volts Newsletter is out!

 

https://bit.ly/NVJuly2025

Faraday Boxes: Everything You Need to Know ...

 

Ramsey Electronics rigid EMI-RFI shielded benchtop enclosures from Saelig are RF-free environments from the world’s foremost provider for testing and forensic situations. Ramsey boxes are used for emissions or pre-compliance compliance testing and for forensics examination of electronic devices. This article goes into depth about EMI/EMC challenges! Faraday Boxes: Everything You Need to Know to Safeguard Your Technology. 

https://www.saelig.com/news/articles/ramsey-071025.pdf

New 4-channel PicoScope 9400A SXRT Oscilloscopes

Saelig Introduces New 4-channel PicoScope 9400A Sampler-Extended Real-Time Oscilloscopes
The PicoScope 9404A scopes bring very high-speed performance at less than half the cost of other traditional benchtop solutions with four high-resolution 12-bit channels driven by up to 5TSa/s (0.2ps) equivalent-time sampling to 33GHz.

Fairport, NY.  Saelig Company, Inc. announces three new 4-channel PicoScope 9400A Series SXRTO Oscilloscopes with up to 33GHz bandwidth. The models are: 9404A-33 (33GHz), 9404A-16 (16GHz), and 9404A-06 (6GHz), which join the existing PicoScope 9404A-25 25GHz 4 channel Sampler-extended real-time oscilloscope.  The oscilloscope’s 12-bit vertical resolution allows up to ±1V input signal range, with <12ps rise time, <1.5ps RMS jitter, and 12-bit resolution to make the 9400A Series a valuable tool for ultra-precise, wide-bandwidth signal analysis. 

https://www.saelig.com/pr/ps9404a.html

Saelig Introduces Harogic Rugged PXR Series

 These Realtime Spectrum Analyzers provide customers with spectrum analyzer, spectrum monitoring, RF test, and measurement functions in a rugged compact and affordable package for field use.

https://www.saelig.com/pr/pxr-series.html

Great Q3 deals on 12-bit Rigol scopes!

 

https://bit.ly/saeligRIGOLdeals

HV Solutions!

 Our latest Newsletter deals with solutions for High Voltage measurements:

https://www.saelig.com/news/newsletters/saelig-060325-newsletter.pdf

The latest additions ...

.. to the PicoScope 3000 series USB-powered PC oscilloscopes offer 100/200 MHz bandwidths, 5GSa/s sampling,10-bit resolution and optional MSO capabilities, combining cutting-edge technology with user-friendly operation.

https://bit.ly/saeligPICO3000E

Measure current over a huge range ...

I remember needing to measure current over a huge range, form operating current to standby. If only I'd had a Joulescope! Know anyone with that challenge? Tell them that Jetperch's Joulescope is an inexpensive, precision, easy-to-use precision DC energy analyzer which measures current and voltage and computes power and energy. It accurately measures electrical current over ten orders of magnitude from amps down to nanoamps. This extremely wide range capability allows accurate and precise current measurements for modern battery-powered and IoT devices where sleep modes may be just nanoamps or microamps but active operational current up to several amps.

https://www.saelig.com/news/newsletters/saelig-052725-newsletter.pdf

Got Fire Systems?

 https://youtu.be/M3epAaDcfwA

They like us!

 

Pico's 3000E oscilloscope range expanded ...

 ... with 100/200MHz versions: Experience up to 500MHz bandwidth and 5GSa/s 10-bit sampling in this cutting-edge, USB-C powered oscilloscope. Equipped with all the advanced features of PicoScope 7, the 3000E Series represents the latest innovation from Pico Technology. Perfect for electronic design, testing, and verification across a wide range of applications. https://www.saelig.com/pr/ps3415e.html

ATTN Schools/colleges/universities!

 

 Now is the time to prepare for 2025-26 mobile device provisioning/updating. Cambrionix ThunderSync smart hubs allow you to update devices ANYWHERE! https://www.saelig.com/news/articles/cambrionix-world-class-usb-hubs.pdf

#elektor is ...

 

#elektor is an excellent magazine that originates in Europe: https://www.elektormagazine.com/magazine/elektor-260/60547

ISS ...

 

Cambrionix ThunderSync3-C10 hub is now certified for use on the International Space Station. NASA chose these hubs to support critical operations in orbit. Of course they GRAVITATED to Cambrionix STELLAR products. They ECLIPSE all others - Cambrionix folks PLANET that way. Those hubs are so compact - you don't need much SPACE ... and we have them in stock in USA at Saelig - so there's no WEIGHT ...   www.saelig.com/category/cambrionix.htm

#ISS #USBhubs  #spacetechnology  #NAQSA #techinspace

3GHz bandwidth - in a portable scope!

 

PicoScope 6000E Series –  Maximize your testing capabilities with PicoScope 6000E Series oscilloscopes—up to 3GHz bandwidth, 12-bit FlexRes® resolution, and 4GSa memory. With up to 8 analog channels and 16 digital channels, this series is perfect for debugging and monitoring digital systems.

* Ultra-deep memory for long-duration captures

* Advanced serial decoding for efficient analysis

* PicoScope 7 software for seamless control - and FREE updates!

Get all this power and precision in a compact form factor. Future-proof your investment with ongoing software updates and lifetime support. 

www.saelig.com/category/picoscope-6000.htm

The highest bandwidth SXRTO available!

 https://youtu.be/2f9_ebocgxc

By combining the benefits of real-time and equivalent-time sampling, the PicoScope 9404A-25 is a truly incredible oscilloscope capable of capturing signals up to 25 GHz. Ideal for measuring high speed interfaces with repetitive signals or clock streams, the 9404A-25 can record signals such as gigabit digital systems on up to four channels at once. For more information check out the 9400 page on saelig.com or book a demonstration by getting in touch with the Saelig technical support team.

https://www.saelig.com/product/9404a-25.htm

Announced today!

The RIGOL MHO2000 series is the new generation of four-channel high-resolution, mixed signal digital oscilloscopes based on the Centaurus platform. It offers 12-bit resolution (up to 16-bit in high-res mode), bandwidths up to 350 MHz, 4 analog channels, and 16 digital channels for debugging with an optional probe.

https://youtu.be/qBIFuuvxcyM

Cambrionix staff are on Cloud Nine ...

 ... after their ThunderSync3-C10 hub was officially certified for use aboard the International Space Station. The ThunderSync3-C10 was transported on NASA SpaceX commercial resupply mission which launched to the orbiting laboratory recently from Launch Complex 39A at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida. This mission marked the 32nd commercial resupply services flight conducted by SpaceX under NASA's commercial resupply services contract. Cambrionix’ ThunderSync3-C10 is a state-of-the-art hub that uses Thunderbolt technology to simultaneously provide guaranteed data speeds between 1-4 Gbps and efficient charging for ten devices. It went through rigorous testing to meet the stringent standards required for operation aboard the ISS and outlasted several demanding tests under heavy heat and magnetic loads and proved capable of providing power and data necessary for the operation of critical hardware in orbit.

https://www.saelig.com/cambrionix/thundersync3-c10.htm

Best audio analyzer?

 

https://www.saelig.com/quantasylum/qa403.htm

Useful independent video review ...

...  of the Tekbox TBMR-110M EMI Analyzer, which is designed to carry out conducted emission measurements. Its affordability and versatility make it a perfect tool for engineers doing pre-compliance measurements during the development process.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8UAFJLi2Oh8

How do automechanics diagnose car problems quickly?

More than 20 car manufacturers and hundreds of repair shops use PicoScopes - the focus of our latest Newsletter: https://www.saelig.com/.../saelig-042925-newsletter.pdf