The Exfo IQ-1103 Power Meter delivers precise optical power measurements across fiber optic systems for telecommunications, datacom, and laboratory applications. This modular instrument operates within the EXFO IQ platform, integrating with mainframes such as the IQ-203 and expansion units like the IQ-206 to build multi-channel measurement configurations. The IQ-1103 combines high dynamic range, fast stabilization, and flexible detector options to meet demanding field and bench-top deployment requirements.
Technical Specifications
• Detector Options: InGaAs or high-power Ge detectors
• Wavelength Range: 800–1700 nm (InGaAs); 750–1700 nm (high-power Ge)
• Measurement Range: +9 dBm to −100 dBm with InGaAs (110 dB dynamic range); up to +20 dBm with high-power Ge
• Sensitivity: −75 dBm
• Power Resolution: 0.001 dB
• Linearity: ±0.015 dB
• Absolute Uncertainty: ±5% (1000–1640 nm at 0 to −60 dBm); ±0.2 dB general specification. Uncertainty increases outside specified wavelength bands depending on detector type.
• Spectral Resolution: 1 nm
• Measurement Units: dB, dBm, W
• Power Consumption: Below 2.5 W
• Dimensions: 220 mm × 115 mm × 55 mm
• Weight: 0.5 kg
– Key Features
• One-button reference measurement capability
• Configurable wavelength, resolution, offset, sampling rate, and units from a single control window
• Two trigger types for acquisition synchronization
• Continuous monitoring with flexible sampling rates
• Display options for unprocessed or averaged values
• Fast stabilization time
– Interfaces and Connectivity
• Software: IQ-1100 Windows-compatible application with user-friendly parameter selection, configuration storage, and online help
• Data Interface: USB
• System Expansion: GPIB for multi-system linking and virtually unlimited channel scaling
• Fiber Connectors: FC, SC, ST, and LC adapter options available
– Compatibility & Integration
The IQ-1103 functions as a plug-in module within the EXFO IQ ecosystem, supporting integration with IQ-203 mainframes and IQ-206 expansion units for scalable multi-channel deployments.
