Two very different test leads, probes, and fixtures are competing for space on your workbench. The Tektronix 013-072 is a vintage diode test fixture adapter. The 2X100MHz oscilloscope clip probe kit is a two-probe set for scopes. The right choice comes down to whether you need a focused diode-testing fixture or general-purpose oscilloscope probes.
Quick verdict
If you spend most of your time tracing signals on an oscilloscope, the 2X100MHz oscilloscope clip probe kit is the practical pick. It gives you two probes, a screwdriver, six marker bands, and two tip locating sleeves. If you are repairing vintage Tektronix gear or want a dedicated banana-plug diode test fixture, the Tektronix 013-072 adapter is the more purposeful tool.
At a glance
| Tektronix 013-072 Diode Test Fixture | 2X100MHz Oscilloscope Clip Probe Kit | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $89.99 | $12.49 |
| Form | Diode test fixture adapter with banana plug outputs | Two 100MHz probes with 1X/10X switching |
| Best for | Diode testing, lab repair, vintage instrument restoration | Oscilloscope signal work, everyday bench testing |
| Key details | E and C terminal markings, center jack, plastic/metal build, black with beige/gray housings | Pair of probes, mini alligator clips and ground lead, 120cm cable, screwdriver, marker bands, tip sleeves |
Where each product wins
The Tektronix 013-072 wins when the task is a targeted bench test or a vintage restoration project. Its dedicated fixture format makes it a natural fit for that kind of work.
The 2X100MHz oscilloscope clip probe kit wins for everyday scope work. You get a flexible probe set for signal tracing, and the included setup accessories make it easy to get both probes ready.
Product notes
Tektronix 013-072 Diode Test Fixture Adapter
For a bench that already includes Tektronix instruments, the 013-072 adapter is a standout because it is a dedicated diode test fixture. It uses banana plug outputs and a center jack, with a plastic housing, and it is made in the United States. The black plastic body with metal banana terminals and beige/gray connector housings fits the look of older bench gear. The limitation is the price: at $89.99, you are paying for a very specific adapter. It is not a general-purpose probe set, so if your work is broad oscilloscope troubleshooting rather than diode testing or vintage restoration, it will not give you the flexibility of probes.
2X100MHz Oscilloscope Clip Probe Kit
The 2X100MHz oscilloscope clip probe kit earns its place because it is a ready-to-use set for scope work. For $12.49, you get two probes with 1X/10X switching, interchangeable probe tips, a coaxial reed switch, and a 120cm cable. The package includes a screwdriver, six marker bands, and two tip locating sleeves, so both probes can be set up with the included parts. The probes support up to 100MHz on the 10X setting and have a 10X input resistance of 10Mohm, which covers many signal-tracing tasks. The limitation is the clip-style leads: the kit ships with mini alligator clips and ground leads, and the specified maximum input is 600VDC+peak AC on the 10X setting. That covers low-to-medium voltage bench work, while higher-voltage testing would need a different probe.
Final choice by use case
- Choose the Tektronix 013-072 Diode Test Fixture Adapter for focused bench work like diode testing or vintage Tektronix restoration. Its terminal markings and dedicated fixture design are built for that job.
- Choose the 2X100MHz Oscilloscope Clip Probe Kit for oscilloscope signal tracing. Its probe set gives you more flexibility for everyday bench work.
