The Agilent 86145A Optical Spectrum Analyzer is a portable instrument for precise measurement and analysis of optical signals across the 600 nm to 1700 nm wavelength range. Service and repair operations include diagnostics, troubleshooting, component replacement, calibration, and performance verification to restore optimal functionality. Designed for field deployment, installation, and maintenance in telecommunications, CATV, and research environments, this OSA delivers high-resolution spectral analysis with sensitivity down to –90 dBm and wavelength resolution as fine as 0.060 pm.
Technical Specifications
• Wavelength Range: 600 nm to 1700 nm
• Wavelength Resolution: 0.060 pm to 10 nm
• Sensitivity: –60 dBm (750–900 nm), –75 dBm (900–1250 nm), –75 dBm (1250–1610 nm), –90 dBm (1610–1700 nm) — all without averaging
• Maximum Measurement Power: +15 dBm per channel / +30 dBm total (1525–1700 nm and 600–1000 nm); +12 dBm per channel / +30 dBm total (1000–1525 nm)
• Safe Operating Power: +30 dBm maximum
• Sweep Rate: Up to 40 nm/50 ms
• Span Linearity: ±0.05 nm for spans <40 nm
• Tuning Repeatability: ±0.003 nm
• Reproducibility (≤1 min): ±0.003 nm
• Dimensions: 222 mm (H) × 425 mm (W) × 427 mm (L)
• Weight: Approximately 14.5 kg
– Key Features
• Excellent close-in dynamic range for WDM system performance characterization
• FC/PC optical connectors with option for extended connector types via Agilent 81000 series
• SCPI command support over LAN for production line integration
• Tuning stability and repeatability suitable for DWDM channel isolation at 12.5 GHz spacing
• Internal EELED broadband light source for passive component testing
– Typical Applications
• WDM system characterization: OSNR, channel wavelength, channel power, and span tilt measurement
• DWDM channel analysis with tight spectral spacing resolution
• Passive optical component verification
– Compatibility & Integration
• Agilent N1031A BenchLink Lightwave software for GPIB-based data transfer to PC
• C4735A Keyboard (US layout) and C3751B PS/2 mouse support
• External 10 dB attenuator (FC/PC, Option 030)
• Single-mode fiber optimized; 86143B model provides multimode input capability
