Agilent 83453B

Agilent 83453B High Resolution Spectrometer

The Agilent 83453B High Resolution Spectrometer (HRS) is an optical spectrum analyzer designed to provide significantly higher resolution than conventional grating-based optical spectrum analyzers. It is used for detailed spectral analysis in various applications, including telecommunications, spectroscopy, and optical component testing.

Key Features:

• High Resolution: Offers hundreds of times better resolution than standard grating-based optical spectrum analyzers[2][4].
• Spectral Analysis: Ideal for detailed spectral analysis in telecommunications, spectroscopy, and optical component testing.
• Product Status: The Agilent 83453B is currently listed as obsolete by Keysight, indicating it is no longer supported or manufactured[4].

Technical Details:

• Resolution: Provides high-resolution spectral measurements, significantly surpassing conventional optical spectrum analyzers.
• Applications: Suitable for applications requiring detailed spectral analysis, including telecommunications, spectroscopy, and optical component testing.

Usage and Considerations:

• Replacement: Given its obsolete status, users may need to consider newer models or alternatives for ongoing support and compatibility.
• Availability: Although obsolete, units may still be available through third-party vendors or used equipment suppliers[5].

References:

1. Agilent 86140B Series Optical Spectrum Analyzer User’s Guide - http://www.photonics.byu.edu/osa.parts/86140_user.pdf (Note: This source is for a different model but provides general information on optical spectrum analyzers)
2. Keysight 83453B High Resolution Spectrometer - https://www.keysight.com/ca/en/support/83453B/high-resolution-spectrometer.html
3. Yokogawa Optical Spectrum Analyzers - https://tmi.yokogawa.com/us/solutions/products/optical-measuring-instruments/optical-spectrum-analyzer/ (Note: This source provides general information on optical spectrum analyzers, not specifically the Agilent 83453B)
4. Keysight 83453B High Resolution Spectrometer [Obsolete] - https://www.keysight.com/us/en/product/83453B/high-resolution-spectrometer.html
5. Agilent / HP / Keysight 83453B - https://www.alliancetesteq.com/equipment/agilent-hp-keysight-83453b