Test & Measurement Update July 2025
In July 2025, the electronic test and measurement sector advanced on multiple fronts, with manufacturers unveiling tools that deliver higher bandwidths, smarter diagnostics, and greater integration with system-level workflows. From 13 GHz-class oscilloscopes and AI-powered monitoring engines to public GaN test labs and precision waveform generators, the month’s developments reflect a growing emphasis on speed, intelligence, and reliability. These innovations mark a shift from traditional measurement tools toward adaptive, insight-driven infrastructures—positioning T&M not only as a tool for validation, but as a strategic pillar in the development of next-generation electronics.
Date: July 3, 2025
Keywords: Compact Oscilloscopes, USB Test Equipment, Signal Debugging
Impacted Products: USB Oscilloscopes, Entry-Level Test Tools
Summary: Pico Technology introduced a series of compact USB oscilloscopes with bandwidths from 70MHz to 250MHz, offering portable solutions for signal verification and educational applications.
Source: Electronics Weekly – Small Oscilloscopes Up to 250MHz
Date: July 8, 2025
Keywords: High-Bandwidth Oscilloscopes, PC-Based Test, Signal Integrity
Impacted Products: Digital Oscilloscopes, GHz-Grade Test Systems
Summary: PicoScope 9440 delivers 3.3GHz bandwidth and 15-bit resolution in a PC-based form, elevating high-frequency test performance for signal integrity analysis.
Source: All About Circuits – New PC-Based Oscilloscope From Pico Ups the Bandwidth Game to 3.3 GHz
Date: July 9, 2025
Keywords: IR Detection, Avalanche Photodiodes, Optical Test
Impacted Products: InGaAs APDs, IR Evaluation Boards
Summary: Phlux Technology released its Aura evaluation board featuring noiseless InGaAs APDs, enabling ultra-sensitive infrared detection in low-light environments.
Source: Embedded.com – Phlux Technology Unveils Evaluation Board for Aura
Date: July 10, 2025
Keywords: High-Speed Oscilloscopes, 8GHz Test, Mixed Signal Debugging
Impacted Products: Digital Storage Oscilloscopes, RF Test Equipment
Summary: SIGLENT introduced the SDS8000 series with up to 8GHz bandwidth, targeting advanced digital and RF signal analysis in high-speed electronics.
Source: SiglentNA.com – Siglent Launches New 8 GHz Digital Oscilloscope
Date: July 14, 2025
Keywords: Ultra High-Speed Oscilloscopes, ASIC Sampling, GHz Test
Impacted Products: Real-Time Digital Oscilloscopes
Summary: RIGOL’s RTP series now supports up to 13GHz bandwidth with 40GSa/s sampling, enabling precise validation of high-speed devices and interfaces.
Source: All About Circuits – Rigol’s Real-Time Digital Oscilloscopes Support up to 13 GHz Bandwidth
Date: July 17, 2025
Keywords: GaN Devices, Power Electronics, Public Testing Lab
Impacted Products: GaN Power Components, Reliability Test Setups
Summary: Vermont will open the first public GaN testing lab in the U.S., providing access to thermal, electrical, and reliability testing of wide-bandgap power devices.
Source: Power Electronics News – Vermont to Open First Public GaN Testing Lab in the U.S.
Date: July 18, 2025
Keywords: Modular Power Supply, PV Inverter Testing, Programmable Output
Impacted Products: Programmable DC Power Supplies, PV Test Systems
Summary: A modular, programmable power supply has been released to test photovoltaic inverters under variable simulated solar and grid conditions.
Source: Electronics Weekly – Modular Programmable Power Supply Tests PV Inverters
Date: July 21, 2025
Keywords: Predictive Maintenance, Embedded Agents, AI Testing
Impacted Products: Chip Health Monitors, Embedded Test Systems
Summary: A modular programmable power supply from ActionPower has been released for testing photovoltaic inverters under variable simulated solar and grid conditions.
Source: Electronics Weekly Electronics Weekly - Modular programmable power supply tests PV inverters
Date: July 28, 2025
Keywords: Signal Generation, Waveform Fidelity, Function Generator
Impacted Products: Arbitrary Waveform Generators
Summary: RIGOL launched the DG5000 Pro series waveform generators in India, offering high-frequency output and low-distortion signals for precise test setups.
Source: Bisinfotech – Rigol Launches DG5000 Pro Waveform Generator (India)
Date: July 29, 2025
Keywords: Open RAN, Wireless Protocol Testing, System Validation
Impacted Products: RF Modules, 5G Test Equipment
Summary: Keysight powered testing at PlugFest with a full-stack toolset for Open RAN validation, enabling end-to-end interoperability testing for disaggregated networks.
Source: Bisinfotech – Keysight Powers Innovative Open RAN Tests at PlugFest