The Anritsu MA96A is a single-channel optical power sensor employing a Germanium photodiode element for precision measurement across the near-infrared spectrum. Designed for integration with Anritsu Optical Power Meters such as the ML93A, this module delivers accurate low-level optical power quantification in laboratory and field testing environments.
## Technical Specifications
• Sensor Type: Ge photodiode
• Wavelength Range: 0.75 µm to 1.8 µm
• Power Measurement Range: 0.00001 µW to 0.001 W
• Power Resolution: 0.01 dBm
• Measurement Accuracy: ±5%
• Active Area Diameter: 11.3 mm
• Dimensions: 65 mm × 85 mm length
• Weight: ≤ 0.7 kg
## Key Features
• Wide spectral coverage from visible (0.75 µm) to near-infrared (1.8 µm) wavelengths
• Broad dynamic range spanning from femtowatt-level signals to milliwatt power levels
• 11.3 mm active area photodiode optimized for coupling efficiency
• Compact single-channel module with proprietary interface bus connection
• Achieves ±5% measurement accuracy across the operational power range
## Typical Applications
• Optical fiber link characterization and alignment
• Telecommunication system power budget validation
• Laboratory measurement of attenuated optical signals
• Low-power optical source verification
• System performance diagnostics in the 1.3 µm and extended wavelength bands
## Compatibility & Integration
The MA96A integrates directly with Anritsu ML93A Optical Power Meters via the module’s proprietary interface, enabling immediate deployment in existing measurement systems without additional interface hardware.
