The Exfo IQ-1623 is a 2-channel high-speed optical power meter engineered for precise measurements across demanding telecommunications, research, and manufacturing environments. Built on the IQ-1600 Series platform, this instrument delivers simultaneous dual-channel monitoring with rapid stabilization and high sampling capability, making it ideal for WDM component characterization, continuous power level tracking, and production line testing.
## Technical Specifications
**Optical Performance**
• Detector Type: InGaAs
• Wavelength Range: 800 nm to 1700 nm
• Power Measurement Range: -85 dBm to +6 dBm
• Number of Channels: 2 (simultaneous)
• Dynamic Range: Up to 80 dB
• Polarization-Dependent Response (low-PDR option): ±0.005 dB
**Sampling & Response**
• Continuous Mode: Up to 256 samples per second
• High-Speed Acquisition Mode: Up to 4096 samples per second
• Stabilization Time (automatic gain): Within 15 ms for ≤95 dB fluctuations
• Stabilization Time (manual gain): As little as 1 ms
**Triggering & Control**
• Trigger Types: Power level trigger; TTL voltage trigger (0 to 5 V)
• Channel Synchronization: Simultaneous synchronization of all optical channels
**Display & User Interface**
• Graphical interface with configurable measurement displays
• Graph Mode supports up to four simultaneous curves
• Real-time display in Continuous mode; post-processed display for high-speed acquisitions
• Min/max signal tracking capability
**Physical & Environmental**
• Dimensions: 12 cm (H) × 3.8 cm (W) × 26.2 cm (D)
• Weight: 0.7 kg
• Operating Temperature: 0 °C to 50 °C
• Storage Temperature: -35 °C to 70 °C
• Relative Humidity: 0 % to 80 % non-condensing
## Key Features
• Dual independent channel architecture enables parallel optical signal analysis
• Fast automatic gain switching with 15 ms stabilization across 95 dB dynamic range
• Flexible manual gain mode option for sub-millisecond response requirements
• TTL and power-level trigger inputs for test synchronization
• Compact form factor (0.7 kg) supports bench and system integration
## Typical Applications
• WDM component testing and validation
• Assembly line optical power verification
• Continuous wavelength-dependent power monitoring
• Multi-channel signal characterization in R&D environments
## Compatibility & Integration
Designed for integration with the IQS-500/600 Intelligent Test System. Compatible with other IQ Series instruments for expanded test capability.
