HP Mini OTDR Mainframe E6000B For Parts with no Accessories As Is
The HP E6000B Mini OTDR Mainframe is a modular testing platform designed for optical fiber network analysis. Offered "as-is" for parts, this mainframe unit allows users to insert various modules to conduct different fiber optic tests. It is suitable for troubleshooting and maintenance of fiber optic cables in telecommunications, data centers, and other network environments.
- Model
- HP E6000B
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $430
- Status
- In stock
- RFQ ref
- E6000B
This unit
The HP E6000B Mini OTDR Mainframe is a modular optical test instrument serving as the core platform for plug-in OTDR modules and sub-modules. This compact mainframe enables fault location, event characterization, and comprehensive analysis of fiber optic networks across single-mode and multimode installations. Engineered for field and lab deployment, the E6000B delivers high-resolution trace data with configurable wavelengths and dynamic range capabilities up to 45 dB for single-mode measurements.
The platform accepts a broad library of compatible modules, expanding functionality from basic OTDR testing to optical power measurement and visual fault detection.
Technical Specifications
Physical & Power- Dimensions: 194 mm (H) × 290 mm (W) × 75 mm (D)
- Net weight: Less than 2.9 kg including battery pack and OTDR module
- Power: NiMH battery pack; AC/DC adapter operation supported
- Operating temperature: 5°C to 45°C; 35% to 80% relative humidity at 40°C
- Humidity tolerance: 95% non-condensing Measurement Resolution & Range
- Data points: Up to 16,000 (minimum sample spacing 8 cm) or up to 64,000 (minimum sample spacing 4 cm)
- Dynamic range: Up to 45 dB (single-mode fiber)
- Attenuation dead zone: 20 m
- Event dead zone: Less than 3 m (multimode modules) Wavelength Support
- Multimode: 850 nm ± 3 nm, 1300 nm ± 3 nm
- Single-mode: 1310 nm ± 3 nm, 1550 nm ± 3 nm, 1625 nm Fiber Compatibility
- Single-mode and multimode fibers supported
- Graded index up to 50 µm; 62.5 µm fiber with 2% additional uncertainty
Key Features
- Powerful trace analysis algorithm for event location and characterization
- Modular architecture accepts industry-standard plug-in modules
- Compact form factor for portable field operations
- Dual power options: battery for remote deployment, AC/DC adapter for continuous lab use
Typical Applications
- Telecommunications network troubleshooting and maintenance
- Data center optical link commissioning and diagnostics
- Enterprise network fault location and cable characterization
- Field installation verification of fiber optic systems
Compatibility & Integration The E6000B accepts a wide range of OTDR and sub-modules: OTDR Modules (examples): E4311A, E4312A, E4313A, E4314A, E4315A, E4316A, E6001A, E6003A/B, E6004A, E6005A, E6008B, E6010B, E6012A Sub-Modules: Optical Power Meter (measurement range +10 dBm to −70 dBm, 5% accuracy, 0.01 dB resolution); Visual Fault Finder (e.g., E6007A)
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Range (dBm) | '+10 dBm to −70 dBm | Wavelength Range: 1300 nm, 1310 nm, 1550 nm, 1625 nm, 850 nm |
HP E6000B — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the HP E6000B. 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 HP E6000B 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.
HP E6000B price
This HP E6000B is listed at $430. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
HP E6000B calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the HP E6000B 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 →
