# B&K Precision 2511B 100 MHz Handheld Digital Storage Oscilloscope

# B&K Precision 2511B 100 MHz Handheld Digital Storage Oscilloscope

## Key Features At A Glance

-   Maximum input voltage up to 1000 Vrms CAT II / 600 Vrms CAT III on isolated models (2515B/2516B); 300 Vrms CAT II on non-isolated models (2511B/2512B) — confirm correct model for the working voltage environment
-   Bandwidth from 100 MHz to 200 MHz across the series with 1 GSa/s maximum sample rate (half-channel interleaved) and 12 Mpts memory depth
-   Two analog channels — non-isolated on 2511B/2512B, fully isolated and floating on 2515B/2516B for power electronics and industrial work
-   Built-in 6000-count digital multimeter with True RMS AC voltage and current, resistance, capacitance, diode, and continuity functions
-   Waveform update rate of 100,000 wfms/s in normal mode, up to 400,000 wfms/s in sequence mode
-   Scope recorder (to 25 kSa/s, 50 MB internal memory) and trend plot (to 10 Hz, 3.6 M sample depth) for long-term data logging
-   Serial bus decoding for I2C, SPI, UART, CAN, and LIN protocols with 38 automatic measurements and FFT analysis
-   Battery-powered portable operation — up to 5.5 hours (2511B/2512B) or 4 hours (2515B/2516B) of continuous use, IP51 rated

The B&K Precision 2510B Series is a family of handheld digital storage oscilloscopes that combines two-channel oscilloscope capability with a built-in 6000-count digital multimeter and data logging functions in a single portable, battery-powered instrument. The series spans four models — the 2511B and 2512B with non-isolated inputs, and the 2515B and 2516B with fully isolated, floating CAT III 600 V / CAT II 1000 V rated inputs — covering bandwidths of 100 MHz and 200 MHz.

The 2510B Series is designed for industrial applications, power systems work, electronic design, and field test and service. The isolated 2515B and 2516B models specifically address power electronics and industrial measurement scenarios where floating differential measurements are required and neither test point is referenced to earth ground. The non-isolated 2511B and 2512B models target general electronics applications where the standard 300 V CAT II input rating is sufficient. The built-in multimeter and scope recorder functions support field troubleshooting and long-term signal monitoring without requiring additional instruments.

ValueTronics International, LLC stocks and supports the B&K Precision 2510B Series from its 20,000 sq ft secure warehouse at 1675 Cambridge Drive, Elgin, Illinois. As an authorized B&K Precision distribution partner, ValueTronics offers these handheld oscilloscopes new with full manufacturer warranty, alongside professionally tested and graded pre-owned units when available. Every instrument that passes through the Elgin facility — new or pre-owned — is handled by technicians who understand the difference between a working oscilloscope and a calibrated measurement tool, with documentation prepared to match the buyer's quality system requirements.

## Compare Other Models in This Series

The B&K Precision 2510B Series organizes four handheld digital storage oscilloscope models around two primary dimensions: input isolation and bandwidth. All four units share the same chassis, the same 5.6-inch TFT display, the same 1 GSa/s maximum sample rate, the same 12 Mpts memory depth, the same 6000-count built-in multimeter, and the same data logging and serial decode capabilities. The differences across the series come down to which model fits the working voltage environment and the highest frequency signal under test.

Models 2511B and 2512B provide two non-isolated channels rated for 300 Vrms CAT II, targeted at general electronics applications. Models 2515B and 2516B provide two fully isolated, floating channels rated for 1000 Vrms CAT II / 600 Vrms CAT III, targeted at power electronics and industrial measurement scenarios where neither test point is referenced to earth ground. Within each pair, the lower-numbered model offers 100 MHz bandwidth and the higher-numbered model offers 200 MHz bandwidth.

Each model in the 2510B Series is listed as its own dedicated product page with new-matched pricing and availability. The comparison below highlights the specifications that vary across the family — bandwidth and input isolation — so the right model can be identified before pricing is reviewed on the individual product page.

The first differentiation across the 2510B Series is input isolation. The non-isolated models (2511B and 2512B) share a common signal ground between channels and a shared connection to the chassis and protective earth, with a maximum input rating of 300 Vrms CAT II between BNC signal and protective earth and a 30 Vrms maximum reference floating rating. The isolated models (2515B and 2516B) provide electrically isolated circuit design between inputs and the digital acquisition circuit, supporting 1000 Vrms CAT II / 600 Vrms CAT III between BNC signal and protective earth and equivalent floating reference ratings. Per the datasheet, isolating the ground references eliminates ground loops and helps reduce channel noise and crosstalk.

The second differentiation is analog bandwidth. The 2511B and 2515B provide 100 MHz bandwidth with a typical rise time of less than 3.5 ns. The 2512B and 2516B provide 200 MHz bandwidth with a typical rise time of less than 1.7 ns (non-isolated) or less than 2.0 ns (isolated). The lower-bandwidth models specify SFDR including harmonics of ≥ 30 dB, while the higher-bandwidth and isolated models specify ≥ 28 dB.

Model

Bandwidth

Channels

Isolation

**2511B**

100 MHz

2 non-isolated

Non-isolated, 300 V CAT II

2512B

200 MHz

2 non-isolated

Non-isolated, 300 V CAT II

2515B

100 MHz

2 fully isolated

1000 V CAT II, 600 V CAT III

2516B

200 MHz

2 fully isolated

1000 V CAT II, 600 V CAT III

Additional differences in specifications beyond the few shown above are not listed here — see each model's full specifications below.

## Accessories Supplied

-   Power adapter
-   USB cable
-   Passive probe (x2) - PR250B 250 MHz, x1/x10, 300 V CAT II
-   600 mA shunt
-   10 A shunt
-   Carrying bag
-   Battery pack

## Product Core & Specifications

Category

Specification

2511B

2512B

2515B

2516B

Performance Characteristics

Bandwidth (-3dB)

100 MHz

200 MHz

100 MHz

200 MHz

Real Time Sampling Rate

1 GSa/s (half-channel interleaved), 500 MSa/s (per channel)

Channels

2 non-isolated

2 isolated

Rise Time (typical)

< 3.5 ns

< 1.7 ns

< 3.5 ns

< 2.0 ns

Memory Depth

12 Mpts (half-channel interleaved), 6 Mpts (per channel)

Waveform Update Rate

Up to 100,000 wfms/s (normal mode), 400,000 wfms/s (sequence mode)

Ch to Ch Isolation

DC to Max BW: > 40 dB

Probe Attenuation Selectable Factors

0.1X, 0.2X, 0.5X, 1X, 2X, 5X, 10X, 50X, 100X, 500X, 1000X, 2000X, 5000X, 10000X, Custom

Input Coupling

AC, DC, GND

Input Impedance

DC: (1 MΩ ± 2%) || (14 pF ± 2 pF)

DC Gain Accuracy

≤ ±3%: ≥ 10 mV/div; ≤ ±4%: < 10 mV/div

Max. Input Voltage

CAT II 300 Vrms BNC Signal to Protective Earth; CAT II 30 Vrms BNC GND to Protective Earth; CAT II 300 Vrms BNC Signal to BNC GND

CAT III 600 Vrms / CAT II 1000 Vrms BNC Signal to Protective Earth; CAT III 600 Vrms / CAT II 1000 Vrms BNC GND to Protective Earth; CAT III 300 Vrms BNC Signal to BNC GND

Vertical System

Vertical Resolution

8 bits

Sensitivity Range

2 mV/div to 100 V/div (1-2-5 order)

5 mV/div to 100 V/div (1-2-5 order)

Voltage Offset Range (Probe 1x)

2 mV to 296 mV: ±5 V; 302 mV to 7.5 V: ±80 V; 7.6 V to 100 V: ±400 V

Offset Accuracy

±(1.5% of Offset + 1.5% per division + 5 mV)

Bandwidth Limit

20 MHz ± 40%

Bandwidth Flatness

DC to 10% (BW): ±1 dB; 10% to 50% (BW): ±2 dB; 50% to 100% (BW): +2 dB / -3 dB

Low-Frequency Response (AC coupling -3 dB)

≤ 2 Hz (at input BNC)

Noise/SNR

2 mV/div: > 24 dB; 5 mV/div: > 25 dB; ≥ 10 mV/div: > 35 dB; P-P Noise ≤ 15 SDEV Spec

SFDR Including Harmonics

≥ 30 dB

≥ 28 dB

CMRR

—

\> 100 dB DC; > 50 dB to AC 1 MHz

Overshoot (500 ps Pulse)

Typical 12%

Typical 18%

Horizontal System

Horizontal Scan Range

1.0 ns/div to 100 s/div

Channel Skew

< 300 ps

Timebase Accuracy

± 25 ppm

Display Format

Y-T, X-Y, Roll

Roll Mode

50 ms/div to 100 s/div (1-2-5 order)

Acquisition System

Peak Detect

2 ns

Average

Selectable from: 4, 16, 32, 64, 128, 256, 512, 1024

Enhance Resolution (ERES)

Enhance bits: 0.5, 1.5, 2, 2.5, 3

Interpolation

Sin(x)/x, Linear

Trigger System

Types

Edge, Slope, Pulse Width, Video, Window, Interval, Dropout, Runt, Pattern; Serial Triggers: I2C, SPI, UART, CAN, LIN

Modes

Auto, Normal, Single

Level

Internal: ± 4.5 div from the center of the screen

Holdoff Range

80 ns to 1.5 s

Coupling

AC, DC, LF reject, HF reject

Accuracy (typical)

Internal: ± 0.2 div

Sensitivity

DC to Max BW: 0.8 div

Jitter

< 100 ps

Displacement

Pre-trigger: 0 to 100% Memory; Delay Trigger: 0 to 10,000 div

Source

All Channels

Waveform Measurements and Math

Source

All channels, zoom, math, references, history

Number of Measurements

4 displayed simultaneously, 5 displayed in statistics table

Measurement Range

Screen or gate region

Measurement Parameters

38 Types

Statistics

Current, Mean, Min, Max, Stdev, Count

Counter

Hardware 6-digit counter

Math Operation

+, -, \*, /, FFT, d/dt, ∫dt, √

FFT Window

Rectangular, Blackman, Hanning, Hamming, Flattop

FFT Display

Full Screen, Split, Exclusive

Cursors

Types

Voltage, Time

Measurements

ΔV, ΔT, 1/ΔT (frequency)

Multimeter (DMM)

Max. Resolution

6000 counts

Max. Input Voltage

CAT III 300 Vrms, CAT II 600 Vrms

CAT III 600 Vrms, CAT II 1000 Vrms

Max. Voltage (shunt)

CAT III 60 Vrms

**Important:** Maximum input voltage differs significantly between models: the non-isolated 2511B and 2512B are rated for 300 Vrms CAT II only, while the isolated 2515B and 2516B are rated for 1000 Vrms CAT II / 600 Vrms CAT III between BNC signal and protective earth. Confirm the working voltage environment before selecting a model.**Important:** For DMM 10 A current range, measurement time should not exceed 10 seconds. Interval time 15 minutes (per datasheet footnote 3).**Important:** All specifications apply to the unit after a temperature stabilization time of 30 minutes over an ambient temperature range of 23 °C ± 5 °C.**Important:** Half-channel operation (1 GSa/s sample rate and 12 Mpts memory depth) means that only Ch 1 or Ch 2 is active; per-channel operation provides 500 MSa/s and 6 Mpts.**Important:** 1000 V DC and 750 V AC DMM voltage ranges apply to isolated models 2515B and 2516B only.Recommended pairing: each {{CONDITION}} 2510B Series unit ships standard with two safety-certified passive probes per the datasheet — model PR250B (250 MHz, x1/x10, 300 V CAT II) for the 2511B/2512B, or model PR250SA (250 MHz, x10, 1000 V CAT II / 600 V CAT III) for the 2515B/2516B.

**Please review the Manufacturer's Data Sheet to verify published specifications. Feedback on this webpage is always welcome — please reach out to your Test Architect at any time for questions or concerns. Thank you, we truly appreciate you being our customer.**

## Details

- **Price:** 1775.0 USD
- **Vendor:** B&K Precision
- **Type:** Dig Oscilloscope
- **Tags:** BK Precision, Handheld, Manufacturers, Oscilloscopes, product_manual_group_3, Product_new

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