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8568 B Spectrum Analyzer

Test & ProbeAgilent 85xx family
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The Agilent 8568 B is a spectrum analyzer. The Agilent 8568 B operates at a voltage of 115/230V, a current of 400VA, and a frequency of 48-440Hz. The Agilent 8568 B can include the option Opt 85680 B.[1][2][3]

8568 B Spectrum Analyzer — Inventory photo
Fig. 018568 B Spectrum AnalyzerInventory photo[1]

What it is

Spectrum analyzers display signal amplitude as a function of frequency, allowing operators to identify frequency components, measure power levels, and detect spurious signals. The Agilent 8568 B is classified as a test and probe instrument and is used in laboratory, manufacturing, and field-service environments.[6][7]

What do the numbers mean?

Power & electrical1

Voltage
115/230V[1]
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Configuration & options4

Current
400VA[1]
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Frequency
48-440Hz[1]
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Opt
85680 B[2]
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Opt 85680 B[3]
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Vintage & configurations

Documented models & variants

DesignationGenerationVintageChangesSource
8568 B with Opt 85680 B——Includes the 85680 B option.Equipment inventory listing[2]
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What does it need to run?

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  • Voltage115/230V[1]

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Frequently asked questions

What is the AC line voltage requirement for the Agilent 8568 B?

The Agilent 8568 B requires a voltage of 115/230V.[1][3]

What is the current consumption of the Agilent 8568 B?

The Agilent 8568 B has a current consumption of 400VA.[1][3]

What is the AC line frequency range accepted by the Agilent 8568 B?

The Agilent 8568 B accepts an AC line frequency of 48-440Hz.[1][3]

What option is available for the Agilent 8568 B?

The Agilent 8568 B can include the option Opt 85680 B.[3]

In what environments is the Agilent 8568 B used?

The Agilent 8568 B is used in laboratory, manufacturing, and field-service environments.[3]

Not publicly documented

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  • No publicly documented production dates or lifecycle milestones (introduction, end of production, EOL) for the 8568 B Spectrum Analyzer are on record.

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  • The control-system platform and OS era of the 8568 B Spectrum Analyzer are not on record.

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  • No publicly documented failure modes or field errata for the 8568 B Spectrum Analyzer are on record.

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  • The process node or technology generation of the 8568 B Spectrum Analyzer is not on record.

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  • No publicly documented compatible parts, consumables, or accessories for the 8568 B Spectrum Analyzer are on record.

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Sources & citations

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  1. [1]Inventory photo
  2. [2]Inventory photo
  3. [3]waferpedia.com — waferpedia.comwaferpedia.com
  4. [4]Inventory photo
  5. [5]Inventory photo
  6. [6]HP 8568B Spectrum Analyzer Documentation Outline | HP instruction — manualsdump.commanualsdump.com
  7. [7]Hp-8568b-troubleshooting-repair VOL.-1 – Manual (PDF) - ManualsPlus — manualsplus.commanualsplus.com
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