Differential Probe

GDP-025/050/100 Series

USER MANUAL
GW INSTEK PART NO. 82DP-10000MA1

ISO-9001 CERTIFIED MANUFACTURER

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

Table of Contents
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Safety Symbols ........................................................................ 4
Safety Guidelines..................................................................... 5
Power cord for the United Kingdom ...................................... 8

GETTING STARTED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Main Features ................................ ........................... 9
Instrument Overview ................................ ................. 11
GDP-025 ................................................................................ 11
GDP-050/ GDP-100............................................................... 11

MEASUREMENT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Operation ................................ ................................13

APENDIX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
GDP Series Specifications...........................................16
EC Declaration of Conformity ................................ ..... 20

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This chapter contains important safety instructions
that should be followed when operating and
storing a differential probe. Read the following
before any operation to ensure your safety and to
keep the instrument in the best condition.

Safety Symbols
These safety symbols may appear in this manual or on the
instrument.

Warning: Identifies conditions or practices that

WARNING could result in injury or loss of life.

Caution: Identifies conditions or practices that

CAUTION could result in damage to the instrument or to
other objects or property.

DANGER High Voltage

Attention: Refer to the Manual

Protective Conductor Terminal

Earth (Ground) Terminal

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Do not dispose electronic equipment as unsorted

municipal waste. Please use a separate collection
facility or contact the supplier from which this
instrument was purchased.

Safety Guidelines

General  Do not use the probes in a damp environment or

Guideline where there is risk of explosion.
 Do not use the probe with the case open.
CAUTION
 Disconnect the inputs and outputs of the probe
before opening the case.
 The probes are for indoor use only.

 Do not place heavy objects on the instrument.

 Avoid severe impact or rough handling that

may damage the instrument.
 Use only mating connectors, not bare wires, for
the terminals.
 The instrument should only be disassembled by
a qualified technician.
(Measurement categories) EN 61010-1:2001 specifies the
measurement categories and their requirements as follows. The
GDP Series falls under category III.
 Measurement category IV is for measurement performed at the
source of a low-voltage installation.
 Measurement category III is for measurement performed in a
building installation.
 Measurement category II is for measurement performed on
circuits directly connected to a low voltage installation.
 Measurement category I is for measurements performed on
circuits not directly connected to Mains.

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Electrical Safety  Make sure the maximum differential voltage

does not exceed 1400V (DC+AC peak) or 450
WARNING Vrms for the GDP-025 or 7000V (DC+AC peak)
or 2200 Vrms for the GDP-050/GDP-100
 Make sure the maximum voltage between each
input terminal and ground does not exceed 600
Vrms for the GDP-025 or 6500 Vrms for the
GDP-050/GDP-100
Cleaning the  The probes do not require any particular
instrument cleaning.
 A soft cloth dampened in a solution of mild
detergent and water can be used to clean the
case.
 Do not spray any liquid into the instrument.

 Do not use chemicals containing harsh products

such as benzene, toluene, xylene, and acetone.
Operation  Location: Indoor, no direct sunlight, dust free,
Environment almost non-conductive pollution (Note below)
 Relative Humidity: 10 to 85%

 Temperature: 0°C to 50°C

(Pollution Degree) EN 61010-1:2001 specifies pollution degrees and
their requirements as follows. The instrument falls under degree 2.
Pollution refers to “addition of foreign matter, solid, liquid, or
gaseous (ionized gases), that may produce a reduction of dielectric
strength or surface resistivity”.
 Pollution degree 1: No pollution or only dry, non-conductive
pollution occurs. The pollution has no influence.
 Pollution degree 2: Normally only non-conductive pollution
occurs. Occasionally, however, a temporary conductivity caused
by condensation must be expected.
 Pollution degree 3: Conductive pollution occurs, or dry, non-
conductive pollution occurs which becomes conductive due to
condensation which is expected. In such conditions, equipment
is normally protected against exposure to direct sunlight,
precipitation, and full wind pressure, but neither temperature
nor humidity is controlled.

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Storage  Location: Indoor

environment  Relative Humidity: 10 to 90%

 Temperature: -30°C to 70°C

Note: If the probe is not in use for more than 60

days, please store in a de-humidified environment
to keep the probe dry.
Reference  Location: Indoor
environment  Relative Humidity: ≤70%

 Temperature: +20 to 30°C

Disposal Do not dispose this instrument as unsorted

municipal waste. Please use a separate collection
facility or contact the supplier from which this
instrument was purchased. Please make sure
discarded electrical waste is properly recycled to
reduce environmental impact.

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Power cord for the United Kingdom

When using the instrument in the United Kingdom, make sure the
power cord meets the following safety instructions.

NOTE: This lead/appliance must only be wired by competent persons

WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED

IMPORTANT: The wires in this lead are coloured in accordance with the
following code:
Green/ Yellow: Earth
Blue: Neutral
Brown: Live (Phase)
As the colours of the wires in main leads may not correspond with the
coloured marking identified in your plug/appliance, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured Green & Yellow must be connected to the Earth
terminal marked with either the letter E, the earth symbol or coloured
Green/Green & Yellow.
The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal which is
marked with the letter N or coloured Blue or Black.
The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal
marked with the letter L or P or coloured Brown or Red.
If in doubt, consult the instructions provided with the equipment or contact
the supplier.
This cable/appliance should be protected by a suitably rated and approved
HBC mains fuse: refer to the rating information on the equipment and/or
user instructions for details. As a guide, a cable of 0.75mm2 should be
protected by a 3A or 5A fuse. Larger conductors would normally require
13A types, depending on the connection method used.
Any exposed wiring from a cable, plug or connection that is engaged in a
live socket is extremely hazardous. If a cable or plug is deemed hazardous,
turn off the mains power and remove the cable, any fuses and fuse
assemblies. All hazardous wiring must be immediately destroyed and
replaced in accordance to the above standard.

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GETTING STARTED
The Getting Started chapter introduces the probe’s
features, appearance and functions.

Main Features
Model name Bandwidth Max differential voltage
GDP-025 25MHz 450Vrms
GDP-050 50MHz 6500Vrms
GDP-100 100MHz 6500Vrms
Features  The GDP Series differential probes provide a
safe means to measure differential voltages for
all models of oscilloscopes.
 The differential probes convert high voltages
(7000 peak for GDP-050, GDP-100) into low
voltages (≤7V with ref to ground) for display on
oscilloscopes.
 The GDP Series is designed to operate with the
1MΩ impedance oscilloscopes. When combined
with a 50Ω load, the attenuation will be 2 times.
Accessories  AC Adapter (110V or 220V depending on

GDP-025 region)
 BNC to BNC cable: 50Ω resistance, RG58C UL,
100cm
 Banana plug to banana plug silicon wire, UL
6kV, 18AWG, Length 60cm. (red x1, black x1)
 IC clip, UL 1000V CAT III (red x1, black x1)

 Alligator clip, UL 1000V CATII, 10A (red x1,

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black x1)
Accessories  Adapter (110V or 220V depending on region)

GDP-050  BNC to BNC cable: 50Ω resistance, RG58C UL,

100cm
 Banana plug to banana plug silicon wire, UL
20kV, 18AWG, Length 60cm. (red x1, black x1)
 HV IC clip, Max 6500V (DC+ACp-p) (red x1,
black x1)
 Alligator clip, UL 1000V CATII, 10A (red x1,
black x1)
Accessories  Adapter (110V or 220V depending on region)

GDP-100  BNC to BNC cable: 50Ω resistance, RG58C UL,

100cm
 Banana plug to banana plug silicon wire, UL
20kV, 18AWG, Length 60cm. (red x1, black x1)
 Test lead UL 1000V, CATIII (red x1, black x1)

 HV IC clip, Max 6500V (DC+ACp-p) (red x1,

black x1)
 Alligator clip, UL 1000V CATII, 10A (red x1,
black x1)

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Instrument Overview

GDP-025

Attenuation Power supply

Intput terminals input
function switch

Over range indicator Power indicator Output

GDP-050/ GDP-100
Attenuation Power supply
Intput terminals
function switch input

Over range
Power indicator Output
indicator

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Input terminals Category III input terminals.

Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the external
power supply is connected.
Over range The over range indicator lights when the input
indicator voltage exceeds rating.
Power supply External power supply input. 9V, 200mA.
input
Output Differential probe output.
≤±6.5V into 1MΩ.

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MEASUREMENT
Risk of electric shock. The GDP Series differential
voltage probes are designed for use with high
High voltage voltages. When operating with high voltages
ensure proper safety precautions are taken at all
times. Please see the safety section for more details.

Operation

Connection 1. Connect the test leads to the GDP differential

probe INPUT terminal. Connect the low
potential to the negative terminal. Connect the
high potential to the positive terminal.

2. Connect the test lead to the EUT.

3. Connect the probe to the oscilloscope using the

BNC to BNC cable.

2 1 3
+
-

Procedure 1. Adjust the vertical position on the oscilloscope.

2. Adjust the attenuation ratio and vertical

deviation in accordance to the deviation table
listed on the next page.

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 The power light must come on

Caution
 Ensure the range light does not come on before
measuring

Deviation Table
Model GDP-050 GDP-050 All GDP-050 GDP-025 GDP-025
GDP-100 GDP-100 GDP-100

Attenuation X 1000 X 500 X 200 X 100 X 50 X 20

Voltage input range 7000 Vp-p 3500 Vp-p 1400 Vp-p 700 Vp-p 350 Vp-p 140 Vp-p
(±3500Vdc) (±1750Vdc) (±700Vdc) (±350Vdc) (±175Vdc) (±70Vdc)
(DC + AC Peak)

Vertical Deviation Real Division in V/div

on the X 1000 X 500 X 200 X 100 X 50 X 20
Oscilloscope in
V/div
Model GDP-050 GDP-050 All GDP-050 GDP-025 GDP-025
GDP-100 GDP-100 GDP-100

1 1000 500 200 100 50 20

0.5 500 250 100 50 25 10

0.2 200 100 40 20 10 4

0.1 100 50 20 10 5 2

50m 50 25 10 5 2.5 1

20m 20 10 4 2 1 0.4

10m 10 5 2 1 .5 0.2

5m 5 2.5 1 0.5 0.25 0.1

2m 2 1 0.4 0.2 0.1 40m

Note The real vertical deviation in V/div is equal to the

attenuation factor multiplied by the range of the
vertical deviation selected on the oscilloscope. The
real vertical deviation will be doubled if a 50Ω load is
used.

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Example With the probe set to a factor of X200, the oscilloscope

set to a vertical deviation of 0.5V/div, the real vertical
deviation is 200 x 0.5 = 100V/div. With a 50Ω load on
the input of the oscilloscope the deviation becomes
200 V/div.

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APENDIX
GDP Series Specifications
GDP-025 Bandwidth DC-25MHz (-3dB)for x50, x200
DC-50MHz (for attenuation x20)
Attenuation x20, x50, x200
Accuracy ± 2%
Voltage Input ≤ 140Vp-p for x20 (≅ 45Vrms)
Range (DC+AC ≤ 350Vp-p for x50 (≅ 110Vrms)
peak to peak) ≤ 1400Vp-p for x200 (≅ 450Vrms)
Permitted Max Max differential voltage: 1400 V (DC+AC
Input Voltage peak to peak) or 450 Vrms
Max voltage between each input terminal
and ground: 600 Vrms
Input Impedance Differential: 4MΩ/1.2pF
Between terminals and ground:
2MΩ/2.3pF
Output ≤ ±7.0V
Output 50Ω
Impedance
Rise Time 14ns for x50, and x200; 23.4ns for x20
Rejection Rate on 60Hz: >80dB; 100Hz: >60dB; 1MHz:
Common Mode >50dB
Power Supply External 9V DC power supply
Consumption Max. 35mA (0.4 Watt)
Environmental Indoor Use only.
Operating Temperature: Reference: +20˚C to
Conditions
+30˚C; Use: 0˚C to +50˚C; Storage: -30˚C
to +70˚C
Relative Humidity: Reference: ≤70%;
Use: 10% to 85%: 10% to 90%
Storage: 10% to 90%
Dimensions and 195mm x 55mm x 30mm: 250g
Weight

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Electrical Safety to Dual Insulation

IEC 1010-1 Installation Category III
Degree of Pollution 2
Rated Voltage or Max Line-Earth:
600Vrms

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GDP-050 Bandwidth DC-50MHz (-3dB)for x200, x500, x1000

DC-25MHz (for attenuation x100)
Attenuation X100, x200, x500, x1000
Accuracy ± 2%
Voltage Input ≤ 700Vp-p for x100 (≅230Vrms)
Range (DC+AC ≤ 1400Vp-p for x200 (≅460Vrms)
peak to peak) ≤ 3500Vp-p for x500 (≅1140Vrms)
≤ 7000Vp-p for x1000 (≅2300Vrms)
Permitted Max Max differential voltage: 7000 V (DC+AC
Input Voltage peak to peak)
Max voltage between each input terminal
and ground: 6500 Vrms
Input Impedance Differential: 54MΩ/1.2pF
Between terminals and ground:
27MΩ/2.3pF
Output ≤ ±7.0V
Output 50Ω
Impedance
Rise Time 7ns for x200, x500 and x1000; 14ns for
x100
Rejection Rate on 60Hz: >80dB; 100Hz: >60dB; 1MHz:
Common Mode >50dB
Power Supply External 9V DC power supply
Consumption Max. 35mA (0.4 Watt)
Environmental Indoor Use only.
Operating Temperature: Reference: +20˚C to
Conditions
+30˚C; Use: 0˚C to +50˚C; Storage: -30˚C
to +70˚C
Relative Humidity: Reference: ≤70%;
Use: 10% to 85%: 10% to 90%
Storage: 10% to 90%
Dimensions and 240mm x 80mm x 30mm: 280g
Weight
Electrical Safety to Dual Insulation
IEC 1010-1 Installation Category III
Degree of Pollution 2
Rated Voltage or Max Line-Earth:
6500Vrms

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GDP-100 Bandwidth DC-100MHz (-3dB)for x200, x500, x1000

DC-50MHz (for attenuation x100)
Attenuation X100, x200, x500, x1000
Accuracy ± 2%
Voltage Input ≤ 700Vp-p for x100 (≅230Vrms)
Range (DC+AC ≤ 1400Vp-p for x200 (≅460Vrms)
peak to peak) ≤ 3500Vp-p for x500 (≅1140Vrms)
≤ 7000Vp-p for x1000 (≅2300Vrms)
Permitted Max Max differential voltage: 7000 V (DC+AC
Input Voltage peak to peak)
Max voltage between each input terminal
and ground: 6500 Vrms
Input Impedance Differential: 54MΩ/1.2pF
Between terminals and ground:
27MΩ/2.3pF
Output ≤ ±7.0V
Output 50Ω
Impedance
Rise Time 3.5ns for x200, x500 and x1000; 7ns for
x100
Rejection Rate on 60Hz: >80dB; 100Hz: >60dB; 1MHz:
Common Mode >50dB
Power Supply External 9V DC power supply
Consumption Max. 35mA (0.4 Watt)
Environmental Indoor Use only.
Operating Temperature: Reference: +20˚C to
Conditions
+30˚C; Use: 0˚C to +50˚C; Storage: -30˚C
to +70˚C
Relative Humidity: Reference: ≤70%;
Use: 10% to 85%: 10% to 90%
Storage: 10% to 90%
Dimensions and 240mm x 80mm x 30mm: 280g
Weight
Electrical Safety to Dual Insulation
IEC 1010-1 Installation Category III
Degree of Pollution 2
Rated Voltage or Max Line-Earth:
6500Vrms

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EC Declaration of Conformity
We
GOOD WILL INSTRUMENT CO., LTD.
No.7-1, Jhongsing Rd., Tucheng Dist., New Taipei City 236, Taiwan
GOOD WILL INSTRUMENT (SUZHOU) CO., LTD.
No. 69, Lushan Road, Suzhou New District Jiangsu, China
declares that the below mentioned product
GDP-025, GDP-050, GDP-100
Are herewith confirmed to comply with the requirements set out in the
Council Directive on the Approximation of the Law of Member States
relating to Electromagnetic Compatibility (89/336/EEC, 92/31/EEC,
93/68/EEC) and Low Voltage Equipment Directive (2006/95/EC). For
the evaluation regarding the Electromagnetic Compatibility and Low
Voltage Equipment Directive, the following standards were applied:

◎ EMC
Electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory
EN 61326-1 : use –– EMC requirements (1997+A1: 1998+A2: 2003)
Conducted and Radiated Emissions Electrostatic Discharge
EN 61326: 1997+A1: 1998+A2:2 003 Class B IEC 61000-4-2: 1995+A1: 1998+A2: 2000
Current Harmonic Radiated Immunity
EN 61000-3-2: 2006 IEC 61000-4-3: 2002+A1: 2002
Voltage Fluctuation Electrical Fast Transients
EN 61000-3-3: 1995+A1: 2001+A2 : 2005 IEC 61000-4-4: 2004
Surge Immunity
------------------------- IEC 61000-4-5: 1995+A1: 2000
Conducted Susceptibility
-------------------------
IEC 61000-4-6: 2003+A1: 2004
Voltage Dips/ Interrupts
-------------------------
IEC 61000-4-11: 2004

◎ Safety
Low Voltage Equipment Directive 2006/95/EC
Safety Requirements
IEC/EN 61010-031: 2002+A1: 2008

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