Ando AQ1135E Optical Power Meter
The Ando AQ1135E Optical Power Meter is a reliable and accurate instrument for measuring optical power in various fiber optic systems. It features a wide dynamic range, high resolution, and user-friendly interface for easy operation. Ideal for testing and maintenance of optical networks.
- Model
- Ando AQ1135E
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $530
- Status
- In stock
- RFQ ref
- AQ1135E
This unit
The Ando AQ1135E is a handheld optical power meter engineered for precision measurement across visible through infrared wavelengths. It delivers absolute power measurement from 1 pW to 100 mW with 1/1000 dB resolution, covering both guided light in fiber and free-space propagating beams such as laser output. The instrument accommodates multiple fiber types and connector standards, making it suitable for optical communications system characterization and laser power verification.
Technical Specifications
- Measurement range: 1 pW to 100 mW (-90 dBm to +20 dBm)
- Sensitivity (glass fibers): 0 dBm to -90 dBm
- Resolution: 1/1000 dB
- Wavelength range: 0.4 to 1.7 µm
- Measurement capability: General-purpose fibers (including plastic), space-propagating light, laser beams
- Form factor: Handheld
- Origin: Japan
Key Features
- Covers UV through near-infrared spectrum (0.4–1.7 µm)
- High sensitivity down to -90 dBm for glass fiber applications
- Fine-resolution power readings: 1/1000 dB discrimination
- Multi-fiber support including plastic optical fiber
- Portable design for field and bench measurements
Typical Applications
- Optical fiber communication system installation and maintenance
- Laser source power measurement and characterization
- Transmission loss analysis in fiber links
- Power budget verification in optical networks
Compatibility & Integration
- Fiber connector support: FC, LC, SC
- Compatible with general-purpose fibers (plastic and glass)
- Accepts both guided and free-space optical signals
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Range (dBm) | '-90 dBm to +20 dBm | Wavelength Range: 0.4 to 1.7 µm |
Ando AQ1135E — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the Ando AQ1135E. 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 AQ1135E 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 AQ1135E price
This Ando AQ1135E is listed at $530. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
Ando AQ1135E calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the Ando AQ1135E 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 →
