Ando AQ-2105 Optical Power Meter Mainframe
The Ando AQ-2105 is an optical power meter mainframe designed for high-precision optical power measurements. It accepts various sensor heads to accommodate different wavelengths and power ranges. Ideal for research, development, and manufacturing environments, it offers reliable and accurate performance.
- Model
- Ando AQ-2105
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $875
- Status
- In stock
- RFQ ref
- AQ-2105
This unit
The Ando AQ-2105 is a 2-channel optical power meter mainframe that is a modular platform for plug-in OPM units and sensor modules. It delivers precise optical power measurements across research, manufacturing, telecommunications, and field service applications. The instrument accepts interchangeable sensor heads via FC/PC connectors, stores up to 1,500 measured values per channel, and supports both laboratory AC and field-deployable DC operation.
Dual analog outputs and GPIB remote control enable integration into automated test systems and production environments.
Technical Specifications
- Channels: 2-channel simultaneous measurement
- Display: 5 decimal digits per channel; selectable units in dBm, mW, pW, or dB
- Display Resolution: 0.1 dB / 0.01 dB / 0.001 dB (dBm mode)
- Measurement Values: Up to 1,500 per channel in non-volatile memory
- Calibration Factor: Accepts log, linear, or wavelength (nm) input
- Wavelength Range (with AQ-2715 module): 750–1700 nm
- Power Measurement Range (with AQ-2715 module, 1300 nm): −90 to 0 dBm
- Display Format: Absolute or relative mode; bar graph overlay per channel
Key Features
- Compact 2-slot mainframe chassis
- Dual analog outputs for external logging or instrument control
- GPIB remote interface for bench automation and data acquisition
- AC mains (commercial outlet) or DC power supply (−10.2 to −13.8 V DC @ 1.5 A)
- Modular plug-in architecture accommodates OPM units and sensor modules
Typical Applications
- Optical loss and insertion loss measurement (paired with light source)
- Fiber optic network commissioning and maintenance
- Component characterization and R&D validation
- Manufacturing quality assurance
- Optical communications system testing
Compatibility & Integration The AQ-2105 accepts plug-in units including the AQ-2109 OPM, AQ-2715 Power Sensor Module, AQ-4142 Module, and AQ-2107 OPM. FC/PC optical interfaces and connector/bare-fiber adapters are available separately. Field deployment is supported via DC power; laboratory use benefits from AC mains flexibility.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Range (dBm) | −90 to 0 dBm | Voltage / Current Range: AC: 100–127 V / 220–240 V |
| DC | −10.2 to −13.8 V at 1.5 A | Wavelength Range: 750–1700 nm |
Ando AQ-2105 — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the Ando AQ-2105. Calibration covers detector responsivity at 850, 1310, 1490, 1550, and 1625 nm, absolute power accuracy, linearity across the full dynamic range, and reference power level. All calibrations ship with a NIST-traceable certificate. Turnaround is typically 1–3 business days after receipt.
Common Ando AQ-2105 faults: detector contamination, damaged FC/PC input port, display failure. Common repairs include detector port cleaning or replacement, display repair, and battery or capacitor replacement in older HP/Agilent/Keysight units.
Ando AQ-2105 price
This Ando AQ-2105 is listed at $875. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
Ando AQ-2105 calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the Ando AQ-2105 is $450 (standard — pass/fail certificate and calibration sticker) or $650 (full measured data at every test point, reference standards documented, traceability chain included). Calibration for this instrument covers detector responsivity at 850, 1310, 1490, 1550, and 1625 nm, absolute power accuracy, linearity across the full dynamic range, and reference power level. Turnaround is 1 to 3 business days after receipt. See full calibration details →
