Agilent/Keysight 86060B

The Agilent/Keysight 86060B is a 2×8 optical switch engineered for bi-directional routing of lightwave signals in telecommunications and fiber optic test applications. This compact unit delivers consistent performance through temperature stabilization and supports both GPIB and RS-232 control interfaces for seamless integration into automated measurement systems. A visual display provides real-time signal path indication, simplifying operational configuration.

– Technical Specifications

Switching Architecture
• Configuration: 2 inputs, 8 outputs (2×8)
• Wavelength range: 1280–1650 nm
• Fiber compatibility: 9/125 µm single-mode; also supports 62.5/125 and 50/125 µm multi-mode
• Insertion loss: Less than 3.0 dB at 1550 nm (both Channel A1 and Channel A2)
• Repeatability: ±0.03 dB over 10 million switching cycles
• Minimum cycle life: 10 million operations

Control & Interfaces
• GPIB (IEEE-488) and RS-232 connectivity
• SCPI-compatible command language
• Graphical signal path display

– Key Features

• Bi-directional switching capability
• Temperature-stabilized operation for reliable performance consistency
• FC/PC connectors (Option 012) with rear-panel mounting (Option 051)
• Eight connectorized output channels (Option 208)
• Dual input configuration (Option 002)
• Compact form factor suitable for laboratory and field deployment

– Typical Applications

• DWDM system testing and signal routing
• Fiber optic network validation
• Automated optical measurement setups
• Integration with Keysight optical test instrumentation (attenuators, lightwave multimeters, OTDRs)

– Compatibility & Integration

Supports both single-mode and multi-mode fiber standards. The 86060B integrates directly into automated test environments through industry-standard GPIB and RS-232 interfaces, enabling flexible system configuration alongside complementary Keysight lightwave instruments.