The Keysight (Agilent) 86120B is a high-performance multi-wavelength meter designed for precise wavelength and power measurements of optical signals, particularly in DWDM applications. It features an internal Helium-Neon laser reference to ensure high wavelength accuracy and stable long-term operation.

Specifications

General

ParameterValue
Measurement List Sorting OptionsBy wavelength or by amplitude (power)

Wavelength Performance

ParameterValue
Wavelength Range700 to 1650 nm
Absolute Wavelength Accuracy±5 ppm (±0.008 nm at 1550 nm)
Internal Reference Laser TypeHeNe Laser (632.991 nm)

Amplitude and Power Performance

ParameterValue
Input Power Range-40 to +10 dBm
Absolute Power Accuracy±0.5 dB
Power Linearity±0.3 dB
Power Resolution0.01 dB
Maximum Safe Input Power+18 dBm

Measurement Speeds and Dynamics

ParameterValue
Measurement Cycle Time1.0 s
Maximum Number of Wavelengths Measured100

Optical Input Interface

ParameterValue
Optical Fiber Type Compatibility9/125 µm single-mode

Analysis and Display Features

ParameterValue
Amplitude UnitsdBm, mW, µW, nW
Drift Analysis FunctionsMax/Min Wavelength Drift, Max/Min Power Drift

Connectivity and Programming

ParameterValue
GPIB Interface CapabilitiesIEEE-488.2, SCPI command set

Environmental and Standards Compliance

ParameterValue
Warm-up Time15 minutes

Optical Performance

ParameterValue
Interferometer TypeMichelson interferometer
Internal Reference Laser Wavelength632.991 nm (vacuum, Helium-Neon)

Connectivity & Control

ParameterValue
Programming Language CompatibilitySCPI, HP 86120A compatibility mode

Technology

Michelson Interferometer

Applications

DWDM system testing, optical transmitter characterization, optical component verification

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