The Agilent 86140B is a high-performance, benchtop optical spectrum analyzer (OSA) designed for S, C, and L wavelength band applications. Engineered for standard-performance demands at a value price point, the 86140B enables rapid and precise characterization of 50 GHz and wider WDM systems, optical sources, and broadband components. It features a fast dual-sweep method, comprehensive built-in test applications, and a user-friendly interface.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | Dual GPIB (System and Controller), RS-232, Centronics Parallel, PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse, VGA Output |
| Display | 10.4-inch active-matrix color LCD, 640 x 480 VGA resolution |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 55 |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 425 x 222 x 450 |
| Weight | 16.5 |
Wavelength
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Wavelength Range | 600 nm to 1700 nm |
| Wavelength Accuracy | ±0.5 nm |
| Wavelength Repeatability | ±0.002 nm |
| Wavelength Temperature Coefficient | ±10 pm/°C |
| Minimum Wavelength Resolution (FWHM) | 0.06 nm |
| Wavelength Resolution Bandwidth Settings | 0.06 nm, 0.1 nm, 0.2 nm, 0.5 nm, 1 nm, 2 nm, 5 nm, 10 nm |
| Wavelength Display Resolution | 0.001 nm |
| Wavelength Span Range | 0 nm, and 0.2 nm to 1100 nm |
Amplitude
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Measurement Range | -80 dBm to +10 dBm (1250 to 1610 nm) |
| Maximum Safe Input Power | +20 dBm (100 mW) |
| Minimum Noise Floor / Sensitivity | -80 dBm (1250 to 1610 nm) |
| Amplitude Accuracy | ±0.5 dB (at 1310 nm and 1550 nm, -30 dBm input) |
| Amplitude Flatness | ±0.2 dB (1525 to 1570 nm) |
| Amplitude Linearity | ±0.05 dB (0 to -50 dBm) |
| Polarization Dependence | ±0.15 dB (1250 to 1610 nm) |
| Optical Rejection Ratio (at 0.5 nm Offset) | -50 dB |
| Optical Rejection Ratio (at 1.0 nm Offset) | -55 dB |
| Display Scale Range | 0.1 to 20 dB/div, and Linear |
Sweep & Measurement
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Sweep Modes | Single, Continuous, Repeat |
| Sweep Points | 101 to 10001 (user-selectable) |
| Sweep Cycle Time | <180 ms (50 nm span, auto zero off) |
| External Trigger Modes | TTL level, Edge selectable |
Analysis & Applications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-in Applications | WDM Channel Analysis, DFB Laser Test, FP Laser Test, LED Test, Passive Component Test, EDFA Noise Figure |
| WDM Channel Analysis | OSNR, Channel Spacing, Channel Power, Peak Wavelength |
| DFB Laser Characterization | SMSR, Bandwidth, Peak Wavelength, Stop Band, Side Mode Wavelength |
| FP Laser Characterization | Center Wavelength, FWHM, Mode Spacing, Total Power |
| LED and Broadband Source Analysis | FWHM, Mean Wavelength, Peak Wavelength, Total Power |
| Optical Filter and Passive Component Analysis | Bandwidth (3 dB, 20 dB, etc.), Center Wavelength, Insertion Loss |
| Optical Power Meter Mode | Built-in photodiode power meter function |
Connectivity
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Optical Input Connector Type | User-interchangeable HMS-10 (FC, SC, ST, etc. options) |
| Compatible Fiber Types | 9/125 µm single-mode fiber |
| External Trigger Input Port | BNC connector (TTL level) |
| Analog Output Port | BNC connector, 0 to 2 V into high impedance |
| Keyboard Port | PS/2 (6-pin mini-DIN) |
| Mouse Port | PS/2 (6-pin mini-DIN) |
| GPIB Compatibility | IEEE 488.1 and 488.2 |
| Remote Programming Language | SCPI |
Storage & Interface
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Internal Storage Capacity | Saves up to 100 traces internally |
| Removable Storage Device | 3.5-inch 1.44 MB floppy disk drive |
| File Formats Supported | CSV (data), BMP (screen copy), Binary (trace data) |
Physical & Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature Range | -40°C to +72°C |
| Maximum Operating Humidity | 95% R.H. non-condensing (at up to 40°C) |
| Maximum Operating Altitude | 4,600 m (15,000 ft) |
| Warm-up Time | 40 minutes |
Hardware Options
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Option 001 (Current Source) | Provides adjustable current output |
| Option 003 (Built-in Printer) | Built-in thermal printer |
| Option 004 (Internal White Light Source) | Provides broadband white light source (900 to 1700 nm) |
Optical Design
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Monochromator Design | Single-pass |
Optical Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Optical Return Loss | > 35 dB |
Power Requirements
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Consumption | 150 VA maximum |
Display & Measurement
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Trace Capacity | 3 traces (A, B, and C) |
| Amplitude Display Units | dBm, dB, mW, uW, nW, pW, fW |
Interfaces
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| External Display Output | VGA, 15-pin D-sub |
| Parallel Port | 25-pin D-sub (Centronics compatible) |
| Serial Port | 9-pin D-sub (RS-232 compatible) |
Electrical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Mains Frequency Range | 44 Hz to 440 Hz |
Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Vibration Resistance | 0.3 g (5 Hz to 500 Hz), operating |
| Shock Resistance | 30 g (half-sine, 11 ms duration), non-operating |
Safety & Compliance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Laser Safety | Class 1 (when internal sources installed) |
Technology
Optical Spectrum Analysis
Applications
WDM System Test, Laser Source Characterization, Passive Component Testing