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Keysight DFB Laser Source Module User’s Guide
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Cleaning Information
What do I need for proper cleaning?
Some
is necessary for cleaning your
instrument. For certain cleaning procedures, you may also require certain
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Standard Cleaning Equipment
Before you can start your cleaning procedure you need the following
standard equipment:
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Dust and shutter caps
All of Keysight Technologies’ lightwave instruments are delivered with
either laser shutter caps or dust caps on the light-wave adapter. Any
cables come with covers to protect the cable ends from damage or
contamination.
We suggest these protected coverings should be kept on the equipment at
all times, except when your optical device is in use. Be careful when
replacing dust caps after use. Do not press the bottom of the cap onto the
fiber too hard, as any dust in the cap can scratch or pollute your fiber
surface. If you need further dust caps, contact your nearest Keysight
Technologies sales office.
Isopropyl alcohol
This solvent is usually available from any local pharmaceutical supplier or
chemist's shop.
If you use isopropyl alcohol to clean your optical device, do not
immediately dry the surface with compressed air (except when you are
cleaning very sensitive optical devices). This is because the dust and the
dirt is solved and will leave behind filmy deposits after the alcohol is
