Agilent / Keysight 86141B Benchtop Flexible Optical Spectrum Analyzer
Agilent / Keysight 86141B,"High-performance benchtop optical spectrum analyzer with wide wavelength range and fine resolution. Enables fast and accurate spectral characterization of optical signals. Supports DWDM system testing, laser performance analysis, and fiber component validation. Designed for telecom development and manufacturing environments requiring flexible measurement setups."
- Model
- Agilent / Keysight 86141B
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $20,959
- Status
- In stock
- RFQ ref
- 86141B
This unit
The Agilent/Keysight 86141B is a benchtop optical spectrum analyzer engineered for precise spectral characterization across the visible-to-infrared band. It delivers wavelength accuracy to ±0.025 nm (1510–1570 nm) and selectable resolution bandwidth from 0.06 nm to 10 nm FWHM, making it suited for DWDM system validation, laser performance assessment, and fiber component characterization in telecommunications development and manufacturing environments.
Technical Specifications
Wavelength Range: 600 nm to 1700 nm Resolution Bandwidth (RBW): 0.06, 0.07, 0.1, 0.2, 0.5, 1, 2, 5, 10 nm (FWHM, 3 dB) Wavelength Accuracy:- ±0.025 nm (1510–1570 nm) after calibration with internal reference
- ±0.035 nm (1570–1640 nm) after calibration with internal reference
- ±0.05 nm after user calibration within ±40 nm of calibration signal
- ±0.2 nm after user calibration over full wavelength range
- ±0.5 nm (absolute, factory calibration cycle 2 years)
- ±0.003 nm reproducibility (≤1 min) and tuning repeatability Amplitude Specifications:
- Maximum measurement power: +15 dBm per channel, +30 dBm total (1525–1700 nm and other ranges)
- Maximum safe power: +20 dBm or +30 dBm total
- Scale fidelity: ±0.05 dB (fixed reference, characteristic); ±0.07 dB (variable reference or autorange off)
- Amplitude stability: ±0.01 dB (1 minute at 1310 nm and 1550 nm)
- Flatness: ±0.2 dB (1290–1330 nm)
- Polarization dependence: ±0.25 dB at 1310 nm (resolution ≥0.2 nm, room temperature, 9/125 µm fiber) Dynamic Range:
- 1250–1610 nm (0.1 nm resolution, chop mode on): –70 dB
- 1550 nm at ±0.8 nm (±100 GHz): –60 dB
- 1550 nm at ±0.5 nm (±62.5 GHz): –58 dB typical
- 1550 nm at ±0.2 nm (±25 GHz): –40 dB typical Sweep Characteristics:
- Maximum sweep rate: 40 nm/50 ms
- Maximum sampling rate (zero span): 50 µs/trace point typical
- Sweep cycle time: <180 ms (50 nm span, auto zero off); 35 dB
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Range (dBm) | –90 dBm to +15 dBm per channel (+30 dBm total input) | Voltage / Current Range: 44–444 Hz, 90–260 VAC | Wavelength Range: 600 nm to 1700 nm |
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does the Agilent 86141B measure and what wavelength range does it cover?
- The 86141B is a benchtop optical spectrum analyzer that characterizes optical signals across a 600 nm to 1700 nm wavelength range, making it ideal for DWDM system testing, laser performance analysis, and fiber component validation. It delivers power measurements from –90 dBm to +15 dBm per channel with +30 dBm total input capability, enabling both telecom development and manufacturing environments to perform fast, accurate spectral characterization with fine resolution.
- What condition is this used 86141B in, and what was verified before listing?
- This unit is offered in used condition and has been functionally verified as a working instrument prior to listing. We recommend independent calibration verification if measurement uncertainty specifications are critical to your application. Professional calibration services are available separately to restore full traceability to NIST standards.
- Does this instrument require calibration, and what are the costs and turnaround times?
- Yes, we recommend calibration for the 86141B to ensure measurement accuracy and compliance with your quality requirements. Calibration services are available separately starting at $450, and specific turnaround times can be provided upon request when you contact us directly. The calibration scope covers the instrument's optical power measurement functions across its full wavelength and power ranges.
- What interfaces and connectivity options does the 86141B support for remote operation and data export?
- The 86141B supports GPIB (IEEE-488) and USB interfaces for both instrument control and data transfer to host computers. Compatible Keysight/Agilent software drivers and measurement applications are available for Windows-based systems, enabling integration into automated test environments and remote monitoring setups. Specific driver versions and software compatibility details are available upon request for your platform requirements.
Agilent / Keysight 86141B — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the Agilent / Keysight 86141B. Calibration covers wavelength accuracy at 850, 1310, 1550, and 1625 nm, power level accuracy, resolution bandwidth (RBW) accuracy, and dynamic range verification. All calibrations ship with a NIST-traceable certificate. Turnaround is typically 1–3 business days after receipt.
Common Agilent / Keysight 86141B faults: wavelength motor failure, internal light source dimming, detector sensitivity loss. Common repairs include wavelength motor servicing, internal broadband source replacement, and detector recalibration after extended use.
Agilent / Keysight 86141B price
This Agilent / Keysight 86141B is listed at $20,959. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
Agilent / Keysight 86141B calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the Agilent / Keysight 86141B is $450 (standard — pass/fail certificate and calibration sticker) or $650 (full measured data at every test point, reference standards documented, traceability chain included). Calibration for this instrument covers wavelength accuracy at 850, 1310, 1550, and 1625 nm, power level accuracy, resolution bandwidth (RBW) accuracy, and dynamic range verification. Turnaround is 1 to 3 business days after receipt. See full calibration details →
