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HP 70951A

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HP 70951A
HP 70951A

HP 70951A Optical Spectrum Analyzer

The HP 70951A is an optical spectrum analyzer (OSA) designed to measure the spectral power distribution of optical signals. It is a diffraction-grating based instrument that provides detailed spectral measurements of optical power versus wavelength.

Key Features:

  • Wavelength Range: 600 to 1700 nm
  • Sensitivity: -90 dBm
  • Dynamic Range: 60 dB
  • Sweep Rates: Real-time sweep rates
  • Monochromator Type: Double-pass monochromator

Capabilities:

  • Spectral Measurements: Measures optical power versus wavelength
  • Advanced Functions: Includes advanced functions for detailed spectral analysis
  • Real-Time Operation: Supports real-time sweep rates for dynamic measurements

Technical Specifications:

  • Wavelength Accuracy: Not specified in available sources
  • Resolution: Not specified in available sources, but typical OSAs have resolutions in the range of GHz (e.g., 7.5 GHz or 1.9 GHz for similar models)

Applications:

  • Optical Signal Analysis: Suitable for analyzing the spectral content of optical signals in various applications, including telecommunications and photonics research.

Notes:

  • The HP 70951A is an older model, and specific details such as resolution and wavelength accuracy are not readily available in the provided sources. However, its general capabilities and specifications make it suitable for a variety of optical signal analysis tasks.

References:

  1. ArtisanTG: https://www.artisantg.com/TestMeasurement/57411-38/Keysight-Agilent-70951A-Optical-Spectrum-Analyzer
  2. Thorlabs: https://www.thorlabs.com/newgrouppage9.cfm?objectgroup_id=5276 (General information on Optical Spectrum Analyzers, not specific to HP 70951A)
  3. TestEquipment.Center: https://testequipment.center/Products/Hewlett-Packard-70951A
  4. NI Community: https://forums.ni.com/t5/LabVIEW/Optical-Spectrum-Analyzer/td-p/1186309 (Discussion on controlling OSAs, not specific to HP 70951A)
  5. TestEquipmentConnection: https://www.testequipmentconnection.com/43771/Agilent_70951A.php

Other info

  • Status: OK
  • Last known location: Suporte da Mesa �?ptica 2
  • Serial: G480119X
  • Inventory ID: 08/16053
  • Arrival Date: 01/01/1900
  • Keywords: osa velho
  • Old LCO ID: LCO700201
  • Old LCO Category: Óptico - Analisador de Espectro