Agilent / HP 8702B (300 KHz -3 GHz) Network Analyzer / Lightwave Analyzer

Agilent / HP 8702B,”This network and lightwave analyzer combines electrical and optical measurement capabilities in a single platform, ideal for characterizing optoelectronic components operating from 300 kHz to 3 GHz. It supports both S-parameter and optical transmission measurements, allowing engineers to evaluate the frequency response of photodetectors, modulators, and electro-optic components. The unit includes a built-in source, test set, and receivers optimized for high-accuracy vector measurements. Its graphical interface presents magnitude, phase, and group delay results across electrical and optical domains, facilitating side-by-side performance comparison. Automated calibration procedures improve measurement repeatability and reduce operator error. With its ability to analyze reflection and transmission behavior, the instrument is suitable for design validation, quality control, and compliance testing. GPIB compatibility enables integration into automated test setups and data acquisition systems. Engineers can apply the unit in telecommunications, defense, and R&D settings where hybrid optical-electrical analysis is required. The system’s robust design supports extended use in lab and industrial environments. With versatile configuration options and precision results, this analyzer bridges the gap between RF and photonic testing, making it indispensable for characterizing components in modern fiber optic communication systems and mixed-domain signal paths.”