The HP/Agilent 81000KA is an SC connector adapter engineered for direct integration with HP/Agilent optical measurement heads. This threaded interface adapter accepts fiber pigtails terminated with SC/PC or SC/APC connectors, enabling signal acquisition and optical testing across compatible optical head platforms. The adapter locks securely to the optical head housing via side-mounted locking screws, establishing a stable mechanical and optical interface for precision fiber optic measurements.
Technical Specifications
• Connector Type: SC (Subscriber Connector)
• Fiber Termination: SC/PC and SC/APC connectors
• Optical Head Interface: Threaded mechanical coupling
• Locking Mechanism: Side-mounted locking screws on optical head housing
– Key Features
• Threaded interface design ensures repeatable alignment and secure coupling
• Accepts both PC (Physical Contact) and APC (Angled Physical Contact) polished fiber terminations
• Dedicated locking screws maintain optical head coupling during measurement cycles
• Designed for cleaning accessibility—connector interface remains exposed for maintenance and debris removal
– Typical Applications
• Fiber optic signal measurement and characterization
• Optical power analysis on SC-terminated fiber pigtails
• Integration with optical test benches and measurement systems
• Laboratory and field-based optical diagnostics
– Compatibility & Integration
• Optical Head Series: HP/Agilent 8152x and 8162x optical heads
• Connector Support: UPC (SC/PC) and APC (SC/APC) fiber connectors
• Installation: Adapter threads onto compatible optical head; locking screws on head housing secure the assembly during operation
Maintain optical performance by keeping the connector interface clean and free from dust, oils, and fluids before each use.
