Carlson SuperProbe 2
MK1 Parts Kit
Two SMD PCBs (29 unique Parts)
(Complete Probe Hardware Not Included!)
ALL NEW PCB DESIGN
This is an advanced skill build.
New and Improved Amplifier & Probe PCBs.
Amp PCB
- Through-hole pads for all connections to PCB
- Uniform horizontal orientation of SMDs for easier assembly
- PCB mounted POT protection lamp
- NEW optional buffer transistor for auxiliary audio output signal
- Dedicated PCB connections for LED, switch, lamp, speaker, audio, POTs, power, ground
Probe PCB
- Through-hole pads for cable connections to PCB
- Ground plane
- Mounting holes
- Uniform horizontal orientation of SMDs for easier assembly
- Improved LED driver circuit
(No affiliation with Mr Carlson's Lab)
As
with our previous version of the SuperProbe, this SuperProbe2 conforms to
the original Carlson circuit design, implementing a versatile
non-contact very high gain
electronic probe for investigating just about any kind of electrical
signal from audio to RF. The design is well proven and constructed by
many DIYers.
Anyone interested in building the probe should first review:
Carlson's YouTube video @ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uVkJqqZroN0
Yannick99 @ https://www.instructables.com/Carlsons-Super-Probe/
A thru-hole Design: https://stufinnis.co.uk/superprobe.html
An EEVBlog Thread: https://www.eevblog.com/forum/oshw/paul-carlsons-super-probe/
Web search for many other reviews and assembly hints.
Here is a great UT video of Carlson using the SuperProbe to locate a noisy component inside a complex transceiver.
He makes it seem so easy, and with the SuperProbe it is!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uiK1BD7HILo
The Kit
This kit includes only the main PCBs, (and all the SMD parts) and the 2 POTs and protection lamp.
There are many other components needed to construct a complete probe and amplifier. It DOES NOT include knobs, power switches, cases, packaging, wire, screws, probe-tips,
batteries, speaker, or anything else that might be needed to construct a complete SuperProbe2.
(Essentially everything within the dotted boxes on the included schematics is in the kit!) You
have the option to construct the PCBs exactly as Carlson specified, or
implement the improvements we discuss in the instructions. These PCBs REQUIRE ASSEMBLY.
The Assembly
While there are a few through-hole & panel mounted components, all of the remaining parts are 0805/1206/SOT23 SMD parts.
Soldering such components requires specific equipment, soldering tools, solder, tweezers, optics, skill and patience.
Follow the included instructions in detail. Schematic details are included and are identical to the original design.
Some of the listing photos show a particular implementation in a very compact package.
Such compactness is not necessary, but demonstrates what can be achieved. Photos may include components
not on the bill-of-material, and are included as suggestions for completing the probe.
See Our Battery-Pack and Case-Kit Options Too
Check our listing for a Li-Ion battery pack & charger module. eBay #166266862893
https://www.ebay.com/itm/166266862893
Check our listing for a Case Kit including battery, charger and assorted components. eBay #167329571881
https://www.ebay.com/itm/167329571881
Parts List:
There are 29 unique components and 59 total parts required in assembling the PCBs. We do supply a few extra components for some parts for a total of ~70 parts.
See photos please for complete list.
Sale Particulars
Buyers Note:
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Warranty return is 30 days, buyer pays return shipping.
Flat First Class (GA) Shipping with Tracking.
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