WTB: [EU] Tektronix curve tracer (576/577) - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: Aleks
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: July 16, 2021, 03:01:25 pm
content: Heya all,I'm having moments where I think "ah, if only I had a curve tracer" more and more often these days. I'd like to explore the possibilities to acquire one. I've always had an eye on the lookout for the venerable Tektronix 576 or 577 curve tracers, so if anyone has one that they would be willing to part with (within Europe), please drop me a message!Cheers,Aleks

author: Djil
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: July 16, 2021, 03:39:35 pm
content: Hello,Here is an interesting product :https://www.peakelec.co.uk/acatalog/dca75-dca-pro-semiconductor-analyser.htmlSee the video until the end !https://youtu.be/41yDmZOXFLAhave a lovely week-endDjil

author: Aleks
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: July 16, 2021, 05:57:32 pm
content: Hey Djil,Thanks for the link, but that's not what I'm looking for.Have a nice weekend,Aleks

author: eurofox
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: July 24, 2021, 02:22:51 pm
content: Here there is onehttps://www.2dehands.be/a/doe-het-zelf-en-bouw/meetapparatuur/m1707930573-tektronix-577-curve-tracer.html?previousPage=lr

author: Aleks
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: September 19, 2021, 09:43:57 pm
content: Still looking :-) BUMP

author: picburner
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: September 22, 2021, 07:07:24 am
content: I have a Tek 577 D1 (storage) + Tek 177 + Adapter013-0098-02 which I no longer use.The instrument is functional but requires some switches and pots to be cleaned.I can send some shots of the instrument if you provide me with your email address in PM.The asking price is 700 euro + shipping (I can ship by courier only).

author: Dbldutch
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: October 30, 2021, 11:05:26 am
content: We have a small team that is building a DIY Curve Tracer. Not a Tek577, but a lot better than anything we found that comes close. We are close to the final stages and have a fully operating CT that I'm making measurements with.If you're interested, have look on my blog. Eventually everything will be shared but we'll wait until we have finished the project.https://www.paulvdiyblogs.net/2021/03/building-curve-tracer-version-3.htmlEnjoy!

author: Trader
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: October 30, 2021, 04:11:07 pm
content: Quote from: Aleks on July 16, 2021, 03:01:25 pmWhat about this?https://www.ebay.com/itm/133834848677

author: frantisek
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: October 31, 2021, 08:21:08 am
content: Child's play

author: jonpaul
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: November 02, 2021, 07:49:08 am
content: Alex very fine I was lucky to have both of those with many test fixtures and plugins, since 1980s.Amazing units, we used the 576 very often but swapped the 577 long ago.577 and 576 are very different Animals with different V, I and plugins.Some special applicationsTesting linear ICsHV lamps, diodes, transistorsHigh current pulsed testingValves with adaptersuseful to know your location (Russia?) and application for the curve tracer.Typically these are impossible to pack and ship common carrier without damage to controls or CRT.Really via car or hand carry only! I would be patient and visit some ham Radio fleas markets like the German each June near lake Contanz.Bon chance,Jon

author: Trader
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: November 02, 2021, 09:13:15 am
content: What about the project "Octopus I-V Curve Tracer"?