- Typical interval: 12 months. Many labs use an annual calibration cycle for optical attenuators. Depending on your quality system, usage severity, and historical stability data, intervals may be extended or shortened.

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Quick Overview
- What it is: A legacy, programmable variable optical attenuator for single‑mode fiber optical test.
- Typical use: Setting precise optical power levels, receiver stress testing, link margin testing, protecting receivers, and automated optical test setups.
- Status: Obsolete (out of production, no longer supported)
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Product Information
- Manufacturer: Keysight (Agilent/HP)
- Model Number: 8156A
- Model Details: Legacy, programmable variable optical attenuator for single‑mode fiber applications, used to set and stabilize precise optical power levels in the 1300/1550 nm telecom bands and other near‑IR ranges. Widely used in labs and production lines; now out of production.
- Category: Optical Attenuator
- Calibration Discipline: Electrical Calibration Infrared and Thermal Calibration Services
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