The Keysight Agilent 86145A is a high-performance portable Optical Spectrum Analyzer (OSA) designed for demanding spectral measurements in fiber-optic communications. As part of the 86140A family, it provides benchtop-grade wavelength accuracy, dynamic range, and measurement throughput in a lightweight, portable 14.5 kg package optimized for field deployment and manufacturing lines.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | Dual GPIB (HP-IB) ports, Parallel (Centronics) printer port, VGA video output, two PCMCIA Type II slots, External Trigger input, Analog output |
| Display | 6.5-inch active matrix color LCD (640 x 480 VGA resolution) |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 90 V AC to 260 V AC, 47 Hz to 440 Hz, power consumption maximum 230 VA |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C to +55 °C |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 325 mm × 222 mm × 427 mm |
| Weight | 14.5 |
Wavelength Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Wavelength Range | 600 nm to 1700 nm |
| Wavelength Repeatability | +/- 0.002 nm (within 1 minute) |
| Wavelength Span Range | 0 nm (fixed tuning), and 0.2 nm to 1100 nm |
Optical Power and Amplitude
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Measurement Range (Sensitivity) | -90 dBm to +15 dBm (from 1250 nm to 1610 nm) |
| Maximum Safe Input Power | +20 dBm total power (+15 dBm per channel) |
| Power Level Accuracy | +/- 0.5 dB (at 1310 nm and 1550 nm) |
| Level Linearity | +/- 0.05 dB (for optical inputs between -50 dBm and +10 dBm) |
| Optical Return Loss | > 35 dB (with straight HMS-10 or physical contact connector) |
| Power Level Repeatability | +/- 0.02 dB (over 1 minute) |
Resolution and Bandwidth
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Resolution Bandwidth (FWHM) Range | 0.06 nm to 10 nm |
| Resolution Bandwidth Settings | 0.06 nm, 0.1 nm, 0.2 nm, 0.5 nm, 1.0 nm, 2.0 nm, 5.0 nm, 10.0 nm |
| Minimum Resolution Bandwidth | 0.06 nm |
| Maximum Resolution Bandwidth | 10 nm |
Measurement Speed and Sweep
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Sweep Cycle Time | < 180 ms (for 50 nm span, auto-zero off) |
| Trace Points Selection | 3 to 10001 points (user selectable) |
| Measurement Modes | Single sweep, Continuous sweep, Average |
Optical Interfaces
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Optical Input Connector | HMS-10/HP, FC/PC, SC, ST (utilizes user-exchangeable connector adapters) |
| Compatible Fiber Types | Single-mode (9/125 um) |
| Optional Internal Calibration Source | EELED (1550 nm) with integrated Acetylene gas absorption cell (Option 006) |
Analysis and Application Software
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| WDM Analysis Features | Channel Power, Channel Wavelength, Signal-to-Noise Ratio (OSNR), Channel Spacing, Tilt |
| DFB-LD Analysis | Center Wavelength, Spectral Width, Side Mode Suppression Ratio (SMSR) |
| FP-LD Analysis | Mean Wavelength, Peak Wavelength, Mode Spacing, FWHM, Total Power |
| LED Analysis | Mean Wavelength, Peak Wavelength, FWHM, Spectral Width (RMS) |
| EDFA Analysis | Gain, Noise Figure, ASE Power (Interpolation, Pulse, and Source Subtraction methods) |
| Spectral Width Analysis | Envelope, RMS, Threshold (dB down) |
| Marker Functions | Dual active markers, delta markers, peak/min search, noise markers |
| Curve Fitting Capacity | Built-in curve fitting and mathematical trace processing operations |
External Connectivity and Storage
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| GPIB Port 1 | HP-IB system port (IEEE-488 compatible) |
| GPIB Port 2 | HP-IB controller port for control of external instruments |
| Parallel Port | 25-pin D-sub (Centronics) for external printer support |
| Video Port | 15-pin D-sub VGA output to external monitor |
| External Trigger Input | BNC connector, TTL levels |
| Analog Output | BNC connector, 0 to 5 V (proportional to signal log amplitude) |
| Floppy Disk Drive | 3.5-inch MS-DOS compatible, 1.44 MB |
Environmental and Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature Range | -40 °C to +75 °C |
| Altitude Operating Range | Up to 4,600 meters (15,000 feet) |
| Warm-up Time | 40 minutes |
Physical & General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-in Printer | Internal thermal printer |
Software & Control
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Command Language | SCPI (Standard Commands for Programmable Instruments) |
Technology
Grating-based Optical Spectrum Analyzer
Applications
Fiber-optic component characterization, WDM system testing, laser diode analysis