The Keysight (formerly Agilent / HP) 86120C is a high-performance multi-wavelength meter designed to quickly and accurately characterize optical components and multi-wavelength WDM networks. It features the ability to simultaneously measure the wavelength and power of up to 200 laser lines in the 1270 nm to 1650 nm range. Utilizing a built-in HeNe laser wavelength standard, the 86120C achieves ±2 ppm absolute wavelength accuracy and includes specialized onboard measurement applications for drift tracking, OSNR, data logging, and Fabry-Perot laser characterization.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | GPIB, RS-232 |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to +55 |
Wavelength Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Wavelength Range | 1270 nm to 1650 nm |
| Absolute Wavelength Accuracy | ±2 ppm (±3 pm at 1550 nm) |
| Minimum Resolvable Separation | 10 GHz (~0.08 nm at 1550 nm) |
| Wavelength Display Resolution | 0.001 nm |
| Calibration Wavelength Standard | Built-in HeNe laser |
Power Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Measurement Power Range | -40 dBm to +10 dBm (1270 nm to 1600 nm) |
| Maximum Safe Input Power | +18 dBm |
| Absolute Power Accuracy | ±0.5 dB |
| Power Linearity | ±0.3 dB |
| Polarization Dependent Response | ±0.5 dB (1270 nm to 1600 nm) |
| Power Display Resolution | 0.01 dB |
Optical Input Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Compatible Fiber Type | 9/125 µm single-mode |
Measurement & Performance Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Number of Measurable Wavelengths | 200 |
Application & Analysis Features
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Display Units (Wavelength) | nm, THz, cm⁻¹ |
| Display Units (Power) | dBm, mW, µW |
Technology
Michelson Interferometer-based Multi-Wavelength Meter
Applications
WDM component test, optical network verification, FP laser characterization, OSNR measurement