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Wavelength Meters

High-precision light measurements for optical calibration

Keysight XP2-class wavelength meters include the 86120 Series.

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86120D

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XP2-class Wavelength Meter, ± 1 ppm Absolute wavelength accuracy, multi-wavelength support

For the measurement of light sources and signals in wavelength ranges from 700 nm to 1700 nm, the 86120D offers a compelling set of features. This includes ±1.5 ppm accuracy (typical ±1 ppm) and a measurement cycle time of just 0.6 seconds.

Wavelength range 700 nm to 1650 nm
Best power accuracy ± 0.6 dB
Measurement cycle time 0.6 s
Minimum resolvable line separation 15 GHz
Absolute wavelength accuracy ± 1 ppm

Sub-picometer resolution for validating tightly spaced optical channels

Keysight XP2-class wavelength meters provide fast, accurate, and traceable wavelength measurements of dense wavelength division multiplexing (DWDM) signals for calibrating tunable transmitter lasers. Featuring high resolution and repetition rate, our wavelength meters are designed to meet the stringent demands of R&D labs, manufacturing lines, and calibration environments where absolute wavelength accuracy is critical. With wide wavelength coverage and sub-picometer resolution, Keysight wavelength meters ensure compliance with International Telecommunication Union (ITU) grids, minimize drift-related errors, and accelerate tuning and validation tasks. Select the wavelength meter you need based on the wavelength range and absolute wavelength accuracy level you require. Choose one of our popular configurations or configure one specific to your application.

Sub-picometer accuracy

Achieve ultra-fine wavelength resolution with absolute accuracy down to ±0.2 ppm, ideal for tightly spaced ITU channel validation and fine spectral tuning.

Fast update rates

Real-time wavelength display and fast measurement speeds enable closed-loop laser tuning and high-throughput manufacturing workflows.

Broad wavelength coverage

Covers multiple optical wavelength ranges across C, L, and O bands to support diverse applications from optical communications to photonics.

Traceable calibration

Factory-calibrated to international standards with long-term stability and low drift to provide you confidence in every wavelength measurement.

For the measurement of light sources and signals in wavelength ranges from 700 nm to 1700 nm, the 86120D offers a compelling set of features. This includes ±1.5 ppm accuracy (typical ±1 ppm) and a measurement cycle time of just 0.6 seconds.

Highlights

Specified wavelength range: 700 – 1650 nm; operating wavelength range 700 – 1700 nm

  • Absolute wavelength accuracy: ±1.5 ppm (typical ±1 ppm within 15 °C to 35 °C)
  • Scan repetition time less than 0.6 seconds
  • Operating temperature from 0 °C to +55 °C
  • For the measurement of light sources and signals in wavelength ranges from 700 nm to 1700 nm, the 86120D Multi-Wavelength Meter offers a compelling set of features. With ±1.5 ppm accuracy (typical ±1 ppm) and a measurement cycle time of just 0.6 seconds, it is ideal to achieve fast, automated wavelength adjustment procedures.
  • Keysight multi-wavelength meters are Michelson interferometer-based instruments that measure wavelength and optical power of laser light over a specified wavelength range. A built-in HeNe laser guarantees an accurate absolute wavelength measurement against a natural standard any time. Simultaneous measurements of multiple laser lines are performed, allowing measurements of DWDM signals and multiple lines of Fabry-Perot lasers. A broadband mode is also available for measuring the weighted center of wider lines.
  • Benefits:
  • Just 15 minutes of warm-up time are sufficient for specified accuracy.
  • Angled-connector option is available to avoid influencing non-isolated sources.
  • The wide wavelength range covers all communication test applications.
  • With +18 dBm safe input level, optical power values up to +10 dBm can be measured without additional equipment (e.g. attenuator).
  • The built-in applications for optical signal-to-noise ratio, wavelength and power drift allow smart stand-alone test solutions with compact footprint, avoiding costly test procedure development.
  • This product uses Sumatra PDF on Windows 10-based systems or Foxit Reader for Windows on systems running Windows 7 and older.
  • For more information about Wavelength Meters, please visit Keysight Wavelength Meters.

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