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# Keysight / Agilent / HP 83438A Erbium ASE Source with Opt 022

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## Summary

- Manufacturer: Keysight
- Model: 83438A
- Condition: Used and in Excellent Condition
- Price: Quote only
- Availability: Not in Stock
- Warranty: 1-Year Warranty with 30-Day Return Guarantee
- ITAR restricted: No
- Shipping weight: 12 lb
- Shipping dimensions: 18X12X8 in

## Categories

- Test Equipment > Optical Test > ASE Sources (primary)

## Details

### Configuration

- Options: 022 (Angled Contact / APC).

An ATG Technician measured this total output power: +6.33 dBm

Click here for output spectrum viewed with an Anritsu OSA.

This instrument includes the standard Agilent optical interface (View Photo). The Agilent 81000xI Series optical interface connectors are sold separately.  They are available for purchase from our website here: (Item #50516).

## Images

- <https://www.artisantg.com/itemimages/agilent_83438a_view1.jpg>