Burleigh / Exfo WA-1100 700-1650nm wavemeter
The Burleigh/Exfo WA-1100 is a precision wavemeter designed for accurate wavelength measurement in the 700-1650nm range. It is ideal for characterizing lasers, LEDs, and other light sources in optical communication, spectroscopy, and metrology applications. This instrument provides high resolution and reliable performance.
- Model
- Burleigh / Exfo WA-1100
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $7,230
- Status
- In stock
- RFQ ref
- WA-1100
This unit
The Burleigh/Exfo WA-1100 is a precision optical wavelength meter covering 700–1650 nm using a scanning Michelson interferometer with integrated HeNe laser calibration. It delivers absolute wavelength accuracy of ±1.5 pm with 0.001 nm resolution, making it the standard choice for DWDM component characterization, tunable laser validation, and optical spectrum analyzer calibration across telecom and datacom bands. The instrument simultaneously measures total optical power and wavelength from a single fiber input. Its 0.1 s measurement cycle enables real-time signal monitoring. A built-in HeNe reference laser (±500 MHz accuracy) continuously calibrates the system, eliminating the need for external wavelength standards.
Technical Specifications
Wavelength Range: 700–1650 nm (181–428 THz)
Absolute Wavelength Accuracy: ±1.5 pm
Wavelength Resolution: 0.001 nm
Optical Input: 9/125 µm single-mode fiber, FC/PC connector
Signal Sensitivity: −30 dBm (1200–1600 nm); −20 dBm (700–1650 nm)
Maximum Input Power: +10 dBm
Power Measurement Accuracy: ±0.5 dB
Power Linearity: ±0.3 dB
Power Resolution: 0.01 dB
Measurement Update Rate: 0.1 s (10 Hz)
Reference Laser Accuracy: ±500 MHz or ±1 ppm
Supported Signals: CW (Continuous Wave)
Interfaces: GPIB (IEEE-488.2), RS-232 with SCPI command set
Power Supply: 90–260 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Key Features
Scanning Michelson interferometer technology for absolute wavelength determination
Integrated HeNe laser calibration standard eliminates calibration drift
Simultaneous wavelength and power measurement from single input
Benchtop or rack-mounted configuration for lab and manufacturing environments
Typical Applications
DWDM component validation (active and passive)
Tunable laser characterization and wavelength calibration
Optical spectrum analyzer verification
Single-channel and multi-line optical signal analysis
Compatibility & Integration Remote operation via GPIB or RS-232 with full SCPI support enables integration into automated test systems and manufacturing quality control workflows.
Burleigh / Exfo WA-1100 — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the Burleigh / Exfo WA-1100. Calibration covers absolute wavelength accuracy at multiple reference points across the full measurement range, frequency accuracy, wavenumber accuracy, and multi-wavelength channel spacing measurement accuracy. All calibrations ship with a NIST-traceable certificate. Turnaround is typically 1–3 business days after receipt.
Common Burleigh / Exfo WA-1100 faults: interferometer alignment drift, reference etalon or HeNe laser end-of-life, InGaAs detector sensitivity loss, fiber input connector damage. Fizeau interferometer-based instruments (Agilent 86120B/86122A/C) most commonly develop interferometer alignment drift and InGaAs detector degradation over time. Burleigh WA-series scanning Fabry-Perot instruments most commonly fail due to reference HeNe laser end-of-life. Both types are fully repairable with post-repair wavelength accuracy verification.
Burleigh / Exfo WA-1100 price
This Burleigh / Exfo WA-1100 is listed at $7,230. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
Burleigh / Exfo WA-1100 calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the Burleigh / Exfo WA-1100 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 absolute wavelength accuracy at multiple reference points across the full measurement range, frequency accuracy, wavenumber accuracy, and multi-wavelength channel spacing measurement accuracy. Turnaround is 1 to 3 business days after receipt. See full calibration details →
