The Keysight Agilent 86062C is a full-width 1xN lightwave switch designed for automated production and evaluation testing of large-scale optical devices. Supporting configuration ranges from 20 to 100 output channels, it accommodates 9/125 µm single-mode as well as 50/125 µm and 62.5/125 µm multi-mode fiber types. Built around a temperature-stabilized stepper motor, it offers bidirectional switching, a minimum mechanical life of 10 million cycles, and a visual front-panel signal path display. Remote control is facilitated via GPIB and RS-232 using standard SCPI-compatible commands.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | GPIB, RS-232 |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 100 / 120 / 220 / 240 V AC (±10%), 48 to 66 Hz, 45 VA max |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 55 °C |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 425 mm × 89 mm × 520 mm |
| Weight | 8 |
| Rack Height | 2U |
Optical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Wavelength Range (Single-mode) | 1280 nm to 1650 nm |
| Wavelength Range (Multi-mode) | 750 nm to 1350 nm |
| Return Loss (Single-mode) | >= 55 dB (excluding connectors) |
| Crosstalk (Single-mode) | <-80 dB |
Switching Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Switching Directionality | Bi-directional |
| Switch Configuration | 1xN (where N is 20 to 100) |
| Channel Capacity | 20 to 100 output channels |
| Switching Lifetime | 10,000,000 cycles minimum |
| Switching Technology | Precision stepper motor |
Optical Fiber and Connector Options
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Optical Fiber Compatibility | 9/125 µm single-mode, 50/125 µm multi-mode, 62.5/125 µm multi-mode |
Control and Interfaces
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| GPIB Interface | Standard |
| RS-232 Interface | Standard |
| Command Set | SCPI-compatible |
| Manual Interface | Front panel manual interface with keypad keys |
Physical Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | Full-width instrument |
Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | -40 to +75 °C |
| Operating Humidity | Up to 95% RH at 40 °C (non-condensing) |
| Operating Altitude | Up to 4,600 m (15,000 ft) |
Optical Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Optical Input Power | +24 dBm |
| Insertion Loss (Single-mode) | < 1.0 dB (0.6 dB typical) |
| Insertion Loss (Multimode) | < 1.0 dB (50/125 µm), < 1.5 dB (62.5/125 µm) |
| Polarization Dependent Loss (PDL) | < 0.05 dB (single-mode) |
| Return Loss (Multimode) | > 20 dB |
| Crosstalk (Multimode) | < -60 dB |
| Switching Time | < 250 ms |
Power
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| AC Input Voltage | 100 / 120 / 220 / 240 V AC (±10%) |
| AC Input Frequency | 48 to 66 Hz |
| Power Consumption | 45 VA max |
Technology
Fiberoptic Switch
Applications
Automated optical production and evaluation testing