Used AGILENT / HP / HEWLETT-PACKARD / KEYSIGHT 8163A #9135761 for sale

AGILENT / HP / HEWLETT-PACKARD / KEYSIGHT 8163A is a high-end, multi-functional test and measurement instrument used to verify and characterize electrical and optical components, including fiber-optic components, laser sources, and cable networks. It is a well-designed instrument that offers high-performance, including high-speed switching, wide bandwidth, and precision measurements. HP 8163A combines many of the features of traditional test and measurement instruments and high-end fiber-optic test equipment in a single package. AGILENT 8163A is a tunable laser source and is used to measure optical power, optical loss, chromatic dispersion, optical transmission, and optical circuits. It has a wide frequency range from 0.5 to 200 THz, allowing it to be used for a variety of applications. The instrument also enables the measurement of modulation characteristics such as eye height, extinction ratio, and jitter. Additionally, the instrument supports a variety of modulation formats such as amplitude- and frequency-modulated signals, as well as digital signals. The instrument has a built-in automated system for measuring optical components, including source power range, power stability, chirp, modulation bandwidth, laser linewidth, and rise and fall times. The instrument also provides a signal stripe analysis feature that allows users to quickly and accurately analyze a device's performance over a wide range of wavelengths. HEWLETT-PACKARD 8163A is designed with an ergonomic user interface. This makes it easy to control and adjust the instrument's settings while taking readings. It also integrates with existing test and measurement equipment, enabling users to access and control the instrument remotely. Additionally, the instrument features on-board data logging to store readings that can be retrieved later for further analysis. 8163A also provides a comprehensive set of safety features, including an emergency stop button, lockout feature to prevent unauthorized access to the instrument, and adjustable upper and lower limit alarms. Additionally, the instrument's internal temperature monitoring helps protect against overheating. Overall, KEYSIGHT 8163A is a robust and versatile test and measurement instrument that is designed for use in a variety of applications. Its wide range of features, including high-speed measurement, wide bandwidth, precision measurement, automated optical measurements, remote control, and data logging, make it an ideal choice for testing and measuring a variety of optical components.