The Ando AQ-1135E is a compact optical power meter engineered for precise measurement of optical power across fiber and free-space applications. It quantifies power from plastic and glass fibers in optical communication systems and measures space-propagating light including laser beams. The instrument delivers 1/1000 dB resolution across a dynamic range of −90 dBm to +10 dBm, supporting wavelengths from 400 nm to 1700 nm depending on sensor configuration.
Technical Specifications
• Optical power measuring range: −90 dBm to +10 dBm (meter); −90 dBm to 0 dBm (sensor-dependent)
• Resolution: 1/1000 dB
• Wavelength range: 400–1700 nm (meter); 700–1600 nm (AQ-1964E card sensor); 400–1100 nm (AQ-1966 sensor)
• Interface: GP-IB (factory option)
– Key Features
• Compact, lightweight construction
• Front-panel manual operation or remote control via GP-IB
• Interchangeable optical sensors for application-specific wavelength coverage
• Factory-configurable connector types; FC connector standard
– Typical Applications
• Connector insertion loss measurement
• Detection of fine-scale optical power variations in fiber systems
• Wavelength-dependent loss characterization of optical cables and components when paired with a light source
– Compatibility & Integration
The AQ-1135E accepts Ando optical sensors including the AQ-1973, AQ-1964E, AQ-1965, and AQ-1966. Adapter kits enable non-FC connector compatibility. External controllers configure the instrument via GP-IB interface.
