The Agilent/Keysight 81532A is a high-sensitivity InGaAs optical power sensor designed for precise optical power measurements across the 800 nm to 1700 nm wavelength band. It operates as a plug-in module for compatible Agilent/Keysight mainframe units, delivering accurate power analysis in fiber optic testing, telecommunications, and research applications.
Technical Specifications
• Sensor Type: InGaAs photodiode
• Wavelength Range: 800 nm to 1700 nm
• Optical Power Range: +3 dBm to −110 dBm
• Measurement Accuracy: ±2.5% (1000–1650 nm)
• Linearity: ±0.015 dB ±0.3 pW
• Averaging Time: 500 ms (accuracy test conditions)
• Warm-up Time: 20 minutes
– Key Features
• Analog output with DC to 1000 Hz bandwidth
• Output voltage: 0–2 V into open circuit
• Output impedance: 600 Ω typical
• Compact form factor: 12.75 × 2.75 × 1.25 inches
• Weight: 2 lbs
• Factory calibrated to OEM specifications with calibration certificate and data included
– Typical Applications
• Fiber optic power measurements and loss characterization
• Telecommunications network testing and validation
• Optical research and laboratory analysis
• Signal monitoring in photonic systems
– Compatibility & Integration
The 81532A integrates with Agilent/Keysight 8153A, 8163, and 8164 series mainframes. Compatible 815xx modules operate in 8163 and 8164 mainframes; use in 8166 mainframes is not supported. Multiple connector interface options are available for system integration.
