Agilent / Keysight 86109B 40 GHz optical / 50 GHz electrical module 1000-1600 nm

The Agilent/Keysight 86109B is a versatile plug-in module designed for the 86100 series oscilloscopes, offering simultaneous optical and electrical signal analysis capabilities. This module is engineered for high-speed digital communications testing, particularly for applications operating in the 1000-1600 nm wavelength range, and is crucial for characterizing signals in modern optical communication systems.

### Technical Specifications

**General**
* **Module Type:** Optical/Electrical Plug-in Module
* **Compatibility:** Compatible with Agilent DCA Mainframes 86100x Series, 83480A-series, and 54750-series modules.
* **Operating Temperature Range:** +10°C to +40°C for warranted performance.
* **Calibration Cycle:** Recommended factory calibration verification every 12 months. User calibrations can enhance performance.

**Optical Channel**
* **Bandwidth (user selectable):** 26 GHz / 40 GHz.
* **Frequency Response:**
* Best Signal Integrity Mode: 30 GHz (–2.5 dB), 40 GHz (–3.5 dB), 50 GHz (–4.5 dB).
* Best Noise Performance Mode: 26 GHz (–3 dB).
* **Wavelength Range:** 1000 to 1600 nm.
* **Calibrated Wavelengths:** 1310 nm and 1550 nm.
* **Optical Conversion:**
* 1550 nm: 11 V/W.
* 1310 nm: 12 V/W.
* **Impulse Risetime (10% to 90%):** 8.5 ps.
* **Impulse Pulsewidth (FWHM):** 12 ps. (Measured with optical pulses with 5 ps FWHM, 10 Gb/s repetition rate, and 2 mW peak power).
* **Impulse Aberrations (characteristic):** < 10% peak-to-peak. * **Polarization Dependent Loss (PDL):** < 0.5 dB. * **RMS Noise:** * Characteristic: 50 μW (best pulse integrity mode), 20 μW (best noise performance mode). * Maximum: 70 μW (best pulse integrity mode), 30 μW (best noise performance mode). (Measured with modules set at 1310 nm O/E conversion (responsivity) mode). * **Scale Factor:** * Minimum: 20 μW/division. * Maximum: 1.0 mW/division. * **CW Accuracy (single marker, referenced to average power monitor):** ±50 μW ±4% of (reading– channel offset). * **Offset Range:** –6 mW to +2 mW. * **Average Power Monitor:** –23 dBm to +9 dBm (5 μW to 8 mW). * **Factory Calibrated Accuracy:** ±5% ± 100 nW ± connector uncertainty, at 20°C to 30°C. * **User Calibrated Accuracy:** ±2.5% ± 100 nW ± power meter uncertainty, ± connector uncertainty, for <5°C change. * **Maximum Input Power:** 8 mW (+9 dBm). * **Maximum Displayed Peak Power:** 8 mW (+9 dBm). * **Maximum Non-destruct Peak Power:** 50 mW (+17 dBm), or 0.25 pJ per pulse. * **Maximum Non-destruct Average Power:** 10 mW (+10 dBm). * **Fiber Input:** 9/125 μm. * **Connector Type:** User-selectable fiber input connector. (FC/PC connector adapter may be required, e.g., 1x81000FI). * **Input Return Loss (HMS-10 connector, fully filled fiber):** 30 dB. * **Switchable Filters:** This module cannot be fitted with switchable filters.**Electrical Channel** * **Bandwidth:** 26 GHz / 50 GHz. * **Transition Time (10% to 90% calculated from TR = 0.35/BW):** * 26 GHz: < 14 ps. * 50 GHz: 7 ps. * **RMS Noise:** * Characteristic: 0.25 mV (26 GHz), 0.60 mV (50 GHz). * Maximum: 0.5 mV (26 GHz), 1 mV (50 GHz). * **Scale Factor:** * Minimum: 1 mV/division. * Maximum: 100 mV/division. * **dc Accuracy (single marker):** * 26 GHz: ±0.4% of full scale ±2 mV ± 1.5% of (reading – channel offset). * 50 GHz: ±0.4% of full scale ±2 mV ± 2% of (reading – channel offset). * **Offset Range (referenced to center of display graticule):** ±500 mV. * **Input Dynamic Range (relative to channel offset):** ±400 mV. * **Maximum Input Signal:** ±2 Vdc (+16 dBm). * **Nominal Impedance:** 50 ohm. * **Reflections (for 30 ps rise time):** 5%. * **Input Connector:** 3.5 mm male input.### CompatibilityThe Agilent/Keysight 86109B module is designed to be a plug-in for the Agilent 86100 series oscilloscopes. It is also noted as being compatible with the 83480A-series and 54750-series modules.### ApplicationsThis module is utilized for precise characterization of high-frequency optical and electrical signals, finding application in: * Fiber optic communications. * Optical component testing. * Research in high-speed data transmission. * Testing beyond 10 Gb/s. * 40 Gb/s waveform analysis.Why Choose Aumictech for the Agilent/Keysight 86109B? At Aumictech, we specialize in supplying high-end optical and electrical test equipment. Whether you need precise signal analysis for fiber optic communications, advanced characterization of optical components, or robust solutions for high-speed data transmission research, our team ensures the Agilent/Keysight 86109B delivers maximum performance for your application. We provide tested equipment, ready to meet the demanding specifications of engineers and system integrators.