Agilent / Keysight 86116A 53 GHz optical / 63 GHz electrical module1000-1600 nm 9/125 fibers

The Agilent/Keysight 86116A is a dual-channel plug-in module for 86100 series oscilloscopes, delivering integrated optical and electrical measurement capabilities up to 53 GHz optical and 63 GHz electrical bandwidth. Engineered for high-speed optical network characterization, photonics component development, and advanced signal analysis, this module combines calibrated optical receiver performance with precision electrical measurement in a single instrument.

Technical Specifications

• Bandwidth: 53 GHz


• Wavelength Range: 1000–1600 nm


• Fiber Support: 9/125 single-mode


• Characteristic RMS Noise: 60 µW (50 GHz BW, best sensitivity); 160 µW (53 GHz BW, best pulse fidelity)


• Maximum Displayed Peak Power: 20 mW Electrical Channel


• Bandwidth: 63 GHz


• Input Connector: 1.85 mm male


• Characteristic RMS Noise: 0.6 mV (43 GHz BW, best sensitivity); 1.7 mV (63 GHz BW, best pulse fidelity)


• Maximum Input Signal: ±2 Vdc

Key Features

• Integrated optical receiver with calibrated measurements in optical power units


• Eliminates need for external switches or couplers for average power measurement


• Simultaneous dual-channel signal acquisition for comprehensive waveform correlation


• Advanced jitter and eye diagram analysis with component decomposition tools

Typical Applications

• Optical transceiver and module characterization


• High-speed digital signal integrity measurement


• Photonic integrated circuit validation


• Optical communication system testing

Compatibility & Integration The 86116A integrates with 86100A/B, 86100C Infiniium DCA-J, and 86100D Infiniium DCA-X mainframe oscilloscopes. Integration with the 86100C platform provides waveform and jitter analysis tools for detailed signal characterization and troubleshooting.