Yokogawa AQ1216F 1310/1550/1650nm OTDR
Yokogawa OTDRs. Dynamic Range: 40 dB at 1310 nm, Accuracy: ±0.05 dB (for loss ≤1 dB).
- Model
- Yokogawa AQ1216F
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $6,279
- Status
- In stock
- RFQ ref
- AQ1216F
This unit
The Yokogawa AQ1216F is a tri-wavelength Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR) engineered for fiber optic network characterization across installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting workflows in telecommunications, datacom, and CATV environments. Operating at 1310 nm, 1550 nm, and 1650 nm, the AQ1216F delivers 40 dB dynamic range per wavelength with minimal dead zones - 0.5 m event and 2.5 m attenuation - enabling precise event location in single-mode fiber. Complete OTDR measurements execute in 3 minutes, supporting field-based decision-making without lengthy acquisition cycles.
Technical Specifications
- Wavelengths: 1310 nm, 1550 nm, 1650 nm
- Dynamic Range: 40 dB at 1310 nm, 40 dB at 1550 nm, 40 dB at 1650 nm
- Event Dead Zone: 0.5 m
- Attenuation Dead Zone: 2.5 m
- Pulse Width: 50 ns
- Measurement Time: 3 minutes
- Attenuation Accuracy: ±0.05 dB (for loss ≤1 dB)
- Fiber Type: Single-mode
- Display: 5.7-inch color TFT LCD, 640 × 480, multi-touch capacitive touchscreen
- Data Storage: >1000 internal traces; USB external storage
- Battery: Li-ion polymer; USB Type-C charging adapter (sold separately)
- Weight: ~1 kg (2.2 lbs)
- Dimensions: Mini tablet form factor
Key Features
- Multi-wavelength operation enables comprehensive fiber characterization across C-band and L-band windows
- Short dead zones permit rapid location of closely spaced reflective and non-reflective events
- CW and modulated-wave detection capability supports diverse measurement scenarios
- Multi-touch interface combined with rotary dial control balances speed and precision in field operations
- Built-in post-processing generates PDF reports with customizable templates
- Event mapping and pass/fail judgment tools streamline trace analysis
- Sequential multi-fiber testing with organized trace management
Typical Applications
- Fiber link acceptance testing and commissioning
- Network maintenance and fault isolation
- Splice and connector loss characterization
- CATV and long-distance telecom plant verification
Compatibility & Integration
- USB interface supports control I/O and data export
- Ethernet connectivity via USB Type-A wired LAN adapter (dongle)
- Universal SC adapter for optical connections
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Wavelength Range | 1310 nm, 1550 nm, 1650 nm |
Yokogawa AQ1216F — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the Yokogawa AQ1216F. Calibration covers distance accuracy verified against a calibrated fiber length reference, event loss measurement accuracy at splice and connector events, dead zone (event and attenuation) at rated pulse width, dynamic range verification at 1310 nm and 1550 nm, backscatter coefficient calibration, and return loss measurement accuracy. All calibrations ship with a NIST-traceable certificate. Turnaround is typically 1–3 business days after receipt.
Common Yokogawa AQ1216F faults: optical port connector damage or contamination, battery failure, display damage from field use, module failure on FTB or MTS platforms, calibration drift. Most field OTDRs fail due to physical damage. On modular platforms (EXFO FTB, Viavi MTS), individual module failures are serviced without replacing the entire mainframe. Optical port cleaning resolves many apparent measurement faults before mechanical repair is needed.
Yokogawa AQ1216F price
This Yokogawa AQ1216F is listed at $6,279. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
Yokogawa AQ1216F calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the Yokogawa AQ1216F 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 distance accuracy verified against a calibrated fiber length reference, event loss measurement accuracy at splice and connector events, dead zone (event and attenuation) at rated pulse width, dynamic range verification at 1310 nm and 1550 nm, backscatter coefficient calibration, and return loss measurement accuracy. Turnaround is 1 to 3 business days after receipt. See full calibration details →
