Keysight (Agilent)
Keysight (Agilent) 8509B
Lightwave Polarization Analyser
Polarization Analysis Measurement Type
1260 nm to 1640 nm Wavelength Range
0 to 40 dB Polarization Extinction Ratio Measurement Range
S0, S1, S2, S3 (Full Stokes Vector Analysis) Stokes Parameter Measurement
0% to 100% Degree of Polarization (DOP) Range

| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Measurement Type | Polarization Analysis |
| Wavelength Range | 1260 nm to 1640 nm |
| Polarization Extinction Ratio Measurement Range | 0 to 40 dB |
| Stokes Parameter Measurement | S0, S1, S2, S3 (Full Stokes Vector Analysis) |
| Degree of Polarization (DOP) Range | 0% to 100% |
| Input Power Range | -30 dBm to +10 dBm |
| Interface/Connectivity | GPIB (IEEE-488), RS-232 |
| Display | Poincaré Sphere Representation with Graphical LCD Display |
| Optical Connector Type | FC/PC |
| Power Requirements | 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz |
Keysight Technologies 8509B Options:
- 8509B - Option 011 - Diamond connector
- 8509B - Option 012 - FC/PC connector
- 8509B - Option 013 - DIN 47256
- 8509B - Option 014 - ST connectors
- 8509B - Option 015 - Biconic connectors
| Model | 8509B |
|---|
The Keysight (Agilent) 8509B Lightwave Polarization Analyzer System enables calibrated polarization measurements over 1200–1600 nm, featuring a four-diode detection design, integrated Fabry-Perot lasers at 1300/1550 nm, and a three-state polarization generator.
This system supports automatic PMD and PDL measurements in optical components with external or swept-wavelength source compatibility for advanced analysis.
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