Keysight (Agilent) E4310A Optical Time Domain Reflectometer
Keysight / Agilent OTDRs. Model: E4310A.
- Model
- Keysight / Agilent E4310A
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $3,800
- Status
- In stock
- RFQ ref
- E4310A
This unit
The Keysight E4310A is an Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR) mainframe designed for testing and troubleshooting optical fiber networks. It analyzes backscattered light to detect faults, measure fiber length, and assess signal loss within optical fiber infrastructure. The mainframe accepts user-exchangeable OTDR plug-in modules that determine specific optical testing capabilities and wavelength performance.
Optional interfaces include HP-IB (Option 004) and LAN (Option 005) connectivity. The E4310A has been classified as obsolete by the manufacturer.
Technical Specifications
- Product Type: Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR) Mainframe
- Manufacturer: Keysight Technologies (formerly Agilent)
- Model: E4310A (also designated 8147)
- Status: Obsolete
- Weight: Approximately 9 kg (20 lbs)
- Latest Firmware: Revision 4.3 (8147 Series)
Key Features
- Modular architecture accommodates plug-in OTDR modules for flexible wavelength and performance configurations
- Multimode testing modules available for 850 nm and 1300 nm wavelengths
- Ultra 1625 nm modules available for WDM link testing
- Integrated optical power meter sub-module with measurement range from +10 dBm to −70 dBm
- Optional HP-IB and LAN interfaces for remote control and data acquisition
- Firmware upgradeable to Revision 4.3; firmware version accessible via Config softkey
Typical Applications
- Optical fiber fault detection and localization
- Fiber length measurement and characterization
- Signal loss assessment in single-mode and multimode fiber networks
- WDM link testing and analysis
- 1625 nm fiber testing and validation
Compatibility & Integration The E4310A requires user-exchangeable connector interfaces such as the HP 81000x1 to operate. Compatible plug-in modules include the HP E6005A (multimode), HP E6010B, HP E6012A, HP E4321A, and HP E6060A (1625 nm ultra high-performance). Optional remote interfaces enable integration into automated test environments and network management systems.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Range (dBm) | '+10 dBm to −70 dBm | Wavelength Range: 1300 nm, 1625 nm, 850 nm |
Keysight / Agilent E4310A — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the Keysight / Agilent E4310A. Calibration covers distance accuracy verified against a calibrated fiber length reference, event loss measurement accuracy at splice and connector events, dead zone (event and attenuation) at rated pulse width, dynamic range verification at 1310 nm and 1550 nm, backscatter coefficient calibration, and return loss measurement accuracy. All calibrations ship with a NIST-traceable certificate. Turnaround is typically 1–3 business days after receipt.
Common Keysight / Agilent E4310A faults: optical port connector damage or contamination, battery failure, display damage from field use, module failure on FTB or MTS platforms, calibration drift. Most field OTDRs fail due to physical damage. On modular platforms (EXFO FTB, Viavi MTS), individual module failures are serviced without replacing the entire mainframe. Optical port cleaning resolves many apparent measurement faults before mechanical repair is needed.
Keysight / Agilent E4310A price
This Keysight / Agilent E4310A is listed at $3,800. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
Keysight / Agilent E4310A calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the Keysight / Agilent E4310A 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 distance accuracy verified against a calibrated fiber length reference, event loss measurement accuracy at splice and connector events, dead zone (event and attenuation) at rated pulse width, dynamic range verification at 1310 nm and 1550 nm, backscatter coefficient calibration, and return loss measurement accuracy. Turnaround is 1 to 3 business days after receipt. See full calibration details →
