The Keysight 18135A is an interface pod that extends the connectivity and control capabilities of Keysight electronic test and measurement instruments. This accessory pod enables serial communication between test equipment and external devices, serving as a bridge in integrated measurement systems where multiple instruments require coordinated operation and data exchange.
Technical Specifications
• Serial Interface: RS-232C/V.24 protocol for standard serial communication
• Protocol Support: ML-188C compatibility for Keysight-specific instrumentation protocols
– Key Features
• RS-232C/V.24 serial interface for device-to-device communication
• Support for ML-188C protocol integration
• Designed as a plug-in accessory for Keysight test equipment
• Enables expanded system connectivity without modification to primary instruments
– Typical Applications
• Integration of legacy and current Keysight instruments within larger automated test systems
• Serial communication control between test equipment and external controllers or data acquisition systems
• System interconnection in multi-instrument measurement setups requiring standardized serial protocols
– Compatibility & Integration
The 18135A interfaces with Keysight electronic test and measurement instruments. Documentation for the 18135-90005 model, which includes the 18135A, is available through Keysight’s online support portal at www.keysight.com/find/support. Operational manuals provide detailed integration guidance and technical reference for system implementation.
