The Agilent/Keysight 81682B is a tunable laser source delivering precise wavelength control and high-power optical output across the S- and C-bands. Operating from 1460 nm to 1580 nm with mode-hop-free tuning, it reaches maximum output power of +8 dBm and achieves tuning speeds to 80 nm/s. The integrated real-time wavelength meter provides absolute accuracy of ± 10 pm, while typical repeatability reaches ± 0.5 pm. Continuous sweep capability across the full wavelength range eliminates mode hops—critical for DWDM component characterization and optical amplifier testing. The Panda-type polarization-maintaining fiber output ensures stable, polarized light for precision measurements on integrated optical devices and passive components.
Technical Specifications
• Wavelength Range: 1460 nm to 1580 nm
• Maximum Output Power: +8 dBm
• Maximum Tuning Speed: 80 nm/s
• Wavelength Accuracy (absolute): ± 10 pm
• Wavelength Repeatability (typical): ± 0.5 pm
• Optical Output: Panda-type polarization-maintaining fiber
• Power Consumption: 240 W maximum
• Input Power: Single-phase AC, 100–240 V, 50–60 Hz (auto-selecting)
• Mains Supply Voltage Fluctuation Tolerance: ≤ 10% of specified supply voltage
– Key Features
• Mode-hop-free tuning over the complete wavelength range
• Continuous sweep capability through full S- and C-band coverage
• Built-in real-time wavelength meter for enhanced measurement confidence
• Stable polarized output via Panda-type fiber geometry
• Fast wavelength tuning to 80 nm/s for dynamic characterization
– Typical Applications
• Optical amplifier testing at high stimulus power levels
• Passive optical component characterization
• Integrated optical device measurement
• DWDM critical component validation
– Compatibility & Integration
The 81682B integrates into the 8164B mainframe and represents an upgrade path from the 81682A platform.
