Ando AQ8202-A1
The Ando AQ8202-A1 is a precision optical test instrument designed for analyzing and characterizing optical components and systems. It offers high accuracy and reliable performance for various optical testing applications.
- Model
- Ando AQ8202-A1
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $1,200
- Status
- In stock
- RFQ ref
- AQ8202-A1
This unit
The Ando AQ8202-A1 System Controller is a modular optical test and measurement platform engineered for precise characterization of optical components and systems across DWDM, amplifier, and passive/active device applications. This flexible mainframe accommodates up to 10 modules in standard configuration, expanding to 40 modules with an optional AQ8202 Expander Frame, assemble custom test solutions from compatible light sources, attenuators, power meters, and optical switches.
Technical Specifications Module Capacity & Control
Supports up to 10 modules (mainframe)
Expandable to 40 modules with AQ8202 Expander Frame
IEEE-488.2 GPIB interface for external device communication
Serial interface for AQ8200 series unit interconnection
VGA output (D-sub 15-pin) for external display integration Power & Environment
AC Input: 100–120 V (±10 %) or 200–240 V (±10 %), 50/60 Hz
Maximum Power Consumption: 600 VA
Operating Temperature: 5 °C to 40 °C
Storage Temperature: 0 °C to 50 °C
Humidity: ≤85 % RH (non-condensing)
Maximum Altitude: 2000 m
Contamination Level: 2; Overvoltage Category: II Physical
Dimensions (W × H × D): 425 mm × 132.5 mm × 500 mm
Mass: 10 kg
Key Features
Integrated display for module operation and system status monitoring
Modular architecture supports wavelength-tunable sources, variable optical attenuators, dual-channel power measurement, and multi-port optical switching
Singlemode attenuators rated 1280–1620 nm with up to 30 dB attenuation
Dual 1×2 optical switches available with 1480–1620 nm wavelength range, 50 dB return loss, 1.7 dB insertion loss, and ±0.02 dB repeatability
Typical Applications
DWDM component specification and validation
Optical amplifier characterization
Passive and active optical device testing
Multi-wavelength system performance analysis
Compatibility & Integration The AQ8202-A1 accepts WDM DFB-LD modules, ASE and ECL light sources, optical power meters (single and dual-port), attenuators, and optical switch matrices. GPIB and serial interfaces enable integration with external test automation and control systems.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Voltage / Current Range | 100–120 V (±10 %) or 200–240 V (±10 %), 50/60 Hz |
| 600 VA max | Wavelength Range | 1280–1620 nm |
Ando AQ8202-A1 — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the Ando AQ8202-A1. All calibrations are performed to NIST-traceable standards and ship with a certificate. Turnaround is typically 1–3 business days after receipt.
Ando AQ8202-A1 price
This Ando AQ8202-A1 is listed at $1,200. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
Ando AQ8202-A1 calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the Ando AQ8202-A1 is $450 (standard — pass/fail certificate and calibration sticker) or $650 (full measured data at every test point, reference standards documented, traceability chain included). Turnaround is 1 to 3 business days after receipt. See full calibration details →
