Keysight (Agilent)
Keysight (Agilent) 8509C
Lightwave Polarization Analyser
Polarization Analysis Measurement Type
1200 nm to 1600 nm Wavelength Range
0 to 40 dB Polarization Extinction Ratio Measurement Range
0 to 100% Degree of Polarization (DOP) Range
S0, S1, S2, S3 measured simultaneously Stokes Parameters

| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Measurement Type | Polarization Analysis |
| Wavelength Range | 1200 nm to 1600 nm |
| Polarization Extinction Ratio Measurement Range | 0 to 40 dB |
| Degree of Polarization (DOP) Range | 0 to 100% |
| Stokes Parameters | S0, S1, S2, S3 measured simultaneously |
| Input Power Range | -20 dBm to +10 dBm |
| Fiber Interface | Single-mode fiber, FC/PC connector |
| Display | Poincaré Sphere graphical display with real-time polarization state visualization |
| Interface/Connectivity | GPIB (IEEE-488) interface for remote control and data acquisition |
| Power Requirements | 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz |
| Model | 8509C |
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The Keysight (Agilent) 8509C Lightwave Polarization Analyzer with L-Band capability offers precision measurement of optical signals and components, with polarization mode dispersion detection down to 0.01 ps.
Designed for advanced optical applications from 10 to 40 Gb/s, the 8509C simplifies PMD, PDL, and polarization-maintaining fiber alignment with automatic procedures.
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