The HP/Agilent 8167B is a tunable laser source delivering precise wavelength control across the O-Band for optical component characterization and telecommunications network testing. Operating from 1255 nm to 1365 nm with 0.001 nm resolution, it produces stable, single-mode output through built-in sidemode filtering and coherent control capability. Output power exceeds +4 dBm typical with ±0.03 dB stability. The instrument integrates into mainframe systems and automated test environments via single-mode fiber delivery with selectable connector options.
Technical Specifications
• Wavelength Range: 1255 nm to 1365 nm
• Wavelength Resolution: 0.001 nm
• Wavelength Accuracy: ±0.1 nm
• Optical Output: >+4 dBm (typical); 199.526 µW to 2.5119 mW
• Power Stability: ±0.03 dB
• Spectral Linewidth: 100 kHz (coherent control OFF); 10–500 MHz (coherent control ON, 1260–1360 nm)
• Fiber Output: 9/125 µm single-mode fiber
• Connector Types: Straight contact, angled contact, or diamond non-contact (HMS-10/HP/HRL angled)
– Key Features
• Coherent control mode for linewidth narrowing to 10–500 MHz
• Built-in sidemode filter ensures single-mode laser line generation
• Excellent side mode suppression
• Independent parameter control for stable output power and wavelength over time
• Optional 40 dB optical attenuator (Option 003)
• Optional polarization-maintaining Panda-type fiber (Option 007)
• Benchtop form factor designed for mainframe integration
– Typical Applications
• Optical component testing and characterization
• Fiber optic system validation
• Telecommunications network diagnostics
• Wavelength-dependent measurements in production test environments
– Compatibility & Integration
The 8167B operates as a tunable source module within compatible HP/Agilent mainframe systems. Single-mode fiber output enables integration with optical multimeters, sensor modules, and spectrum analyzers. All calibration measurements are traceable to NIST standards.
