The Tektronix P6713 is an Optical-to-Electrical (O/E) converter that translates optical signals into electrical signals for direct analysis on oscilloscopes and test equipment. Purpose-built for telecommunications, data communications, and optical component testing, the P6713 delivers DC to 300 MHz bandwidth across a 1100 to 1700 nm wavelength range (calibrated at 1300 nm). The instrument combines a 5 V/mW conversion gain with exceptionally low noise—less than 200 nW RMS—and sub-1.6 ns rise time, enabling high-fidelity characterization of fast optical waveforms. Its wide dynamic range of −7 dBm to −37 dBm and 50 Ω output impedance integrate with standard oscilloscope inputs via Tekprobe BNC interface or external Tektronix 1103 power supply compatibility.
Technical Specifications
• Bandwidth: DC to 300 MHz
• Wavelength Range: 1100 to 1700 nm (calibrated at 1300 nm)
• Conversion Gain: 5 V/mW
• Maximum Input Optical Power: 20 mW (13 dBm); 0.2 mW (−7 dBm) average operating power
• Dynamic Range: −7 dBm to −37 dBm
• Rise Time (Typical): <1.6 ns
• Noise Equivalent Power (RMS): <200 nW
• Output Impedance: 50 Ω
• Fiber Type: Single-mode
• Input Fiber Core Diameter: 100 µm
• Cable Length: 1 meter
• Weight: 70 g (2.5 oz)
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 50°C
• Non-Operating Temperature: 62°C to 75°C
• Humidity Specification: Five cycles (120 hours) at 95% to 97% relative humidity at 30°C to 60°C
– Key Features
• Broad 1100–1700 nm wavelength coverage for infrared optical signals
• Low-noise photodetection enables detection of weak optical signals down to −37 dBm
• Fast electrical output transitions support high-speed digital and analog waveform capture
• Compact 1-meter tethered cable design for bench and field deployment
– Typical Applications
• Opto-electronic device characterization (lasers, LEDs, modulators)
• Fiber optic communication system testing and standards validation (FDDI, LANs)
• Optical component manufacturing and quality control
• Electro-optic system development and troubleshooting
– Compatibility & Integration
Connects directly to Tektronix oscilloscopes equipped with Tekprobe interface via BNC connector. Use with any oscilloscope through the Tektronix 1103 Tekprobe Interface Power Supply.
