Advantest TQ82017 Optical power sensor for TQ8210, 0.4 to 1.1 nm, -60 to +17 dBm

The Advantest TQ82017 is a silicon-based optical power sensor engineered for precision optical measurements with the Advantest TQ8210 Optical Power Meter. This sensor delivers wide dynamic range performance across -60 to +17 dBm with 0.01 dB resolution and 10 dB range steps across eight measurement ranges. It has measurement accuracy of ±0.15 dB at 780 nm and 0 dBm under controlled conditions, with extended temperature stability across 0 to +40°C operating range.

Technical Specifications

• Wavelength Range: 0.4 to 1.1 nm


• Power Measurement Range: -60 to +17 dBm


• Photoreceptor Element: Silicon (Si)


• Resolution: 0.01 dB


• Range Steps: 10 dB steps, 8 ranges


• Measurement Accuracy: - ±0.15 dB at 780 nm, 0 dBm (23±3°C) - ±3.0% at 780 nm, 1 mW (23±3°C) - ±0.20 dB at 780 nm, 0 dBm (0 to 40°C) - ±4.0% at 780 nm, 1 mW (0 to 40°C)


• Operating Temperature: 0 to +40°C


• Storage Temperature: -25 to +70°C


• Dimensions: 90(W) × 94(H) × 6(D) mm


• Mass: 110 g maximum

Key Features

• Eight measurement ranges with 10 dB steps enable flexible dynamic range optimization


• 0.01 dB resolution supports high-precision optical component characterization


• Silicon photoreceptor optimized for visible and near-infrared wavelengths


• Compact form factor (110 g) simplifies test station integration


• Temperature-rated across industrial operating conditions

Environmental Considerations

• In humid conditions above 400 nm, wavelength sensitivity may degrade; avoid high-temperature, high-humidity environments for 400 nm measurements


• Other wavelength bands unaffected by temperature and humidity variations

Compatibility & Integration Connects directly to Advantest TQ8210, TQ8215, and Q8214A Optical Power Meters via standard interface connector.