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8163 A Multimeter

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Agilent8163 A Multimeter

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What is it?

The Agilent 8163A Lightwave Multimeter is a mainframe that accepts plug-in modules for optical power measurement, laser sources, and return loss testing.

What do the numbers mean?

Power & electrical2

AC power: 100 V – 240 V ±10%, 50/60 Hz ±8%, 120 VA max^[1]
Overvoltage category: II^[1]

Optics & imaging1

Display resolution: 0.0001 dB/dBm, 0.01 pW to 10 pW depending on power range, up to 9 1/2 digits user definable^[1]

Control & software2

GPIB capability: All modes and parameters accessible via GPIB interface, SCPI standard^[1]
Interfaces: Parallel port (Centronics), Serial port (RS232)^[1]

Dimensions & facilities2

Dimensions (H x W x L): 88 mm x 216 mm x 370 mm (3.5 in x 8.5 in x 14.6 in)^[1]
Weight: Net 7.200 kg (15.9 lbs), shipping 9.8 kg (21.6 lbs)^[1]

Configuration & options8

Display type: Graphical display, 180 x 300 points visible, monochrome^[1]
Compatibility: Supports all modules from the 816xA and 816xA Lightwave Multimeter series^[1]
Data acquisition memory: 2000 measurement results per channel remote 12000 depending on sensor module, selectable averaging time, total acquisition time 1 s to 26:30 h^[1]
Trigger: True synchronous on all channels^[1]
Operating temperature: 0 °C to +55 °C^[1]
Storage temperature: -20 °C to +70 °C^[1]
Humidity: <80% RH from 0 °C to 35 °C^[1]
Number of modules: 2 modules^[1]

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AC power100 V – 240 V ±10%, 50/60 Hz ±8%, 120 VA max^[1]
Overvoltage categoryII^[1]

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