Burleigh / Exfo WA-7100 1270-1680nm wavemeter
The Burleigh/Exfo WA-7100 Wavemeter is a precision instrument designed for accurate wavelength measurement in the 1270-1680nm range. It is suitable for characterizing lasers and other optical sources used in telecommunications, fiber optics, and general photonics applications. The wavemeter offers high resolution and accuracy, essential for demanding scientific and industrial applications.
- Model
- Burleigh / Exfo WA-7100
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $8,480
- Status
- In stock
- RFQ ref
- WA-7100
This unit
The Burleigh/Exfo WA-7100 is a high-precision interferometric wavemeter for wavelength measurement across the 1270 nm to 1680 nm spectral band. Built for telecommunications, fiber optics R&D, and photonics manufacturing, it delivers ±0.01 nm resolution and ±0.1 nm accuracy to support laser source characterization, transceiver validation, and optical component qualification. The instrument accepts -30 dBm to +10 dBm optical signals via singlemode fiber (9/125 µm), FC/PC or SC/APC connectors, and measures wavelengths at up to 10 Hz refresh rate. Data streams via USB 2.0 or Gigabit Ethernet to external control systems running EXFO software suites or custom SCPI automation. An integrated LCD display provides real-time readout. Operating from 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, the WA-7100 measures 178 mm (H) × 432 mm (W) × 457 mm (D) and weighs approximately 15 kg. Standard 19-inch rack mount kits accommodate integration into telecom labs and production test stands. Temperature stability spans 15°C to 30°C operational and −20°C to +70°C storage; humidity tolerance is 5% to 95% non-condensing. External triggering and synchronization via BNC connectors enable tight timing coordination with related optical test equipment.
Technical Specifications
Wavelength measurement range: 1270 nm to 1680 nm
Accuracy: ±0.1 nm (typical)
Resolution: Better than 0.01 nm
Measurement speed: Up to 10 Hz
Input optical power range: −30 dBm to +10 dBm
Fiber input: Singlemode (9/125 µm)
Measurement principle: Interferometric
Display: Integrated LCD screen
Power supply: 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Operating temperature: 15°C to 30°C
Storage temperature: −20°C to +70°C
Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing
Dimensions: 178 mm (H) × 432 mm (W) × 457 mm (D)
Weight: Approximately 15 kg (33 lbs)
Key Features
Dual optical connectors: FC/PC and SC/APC selectable
USB 2.0 and Gigabit Ethernet data output
External trigger input and synchronization output (BNC)
19-inch rack mount capability
SCPI command support for automated test integration
Typical Applications
WDM component and tunable laser characterization
Wavelength verification in passive and active fiber optic device manufacturing
Laser diode and broadband source measurement
Quality control validation of optical components
Compatibility & Integration
EXFO optical test software suites
Custom automation via SCPI over Ethernet or USB
Windows 7/8/10 operating systems
Burleigh / Exfo WA-7100 — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the Burleigh / Exfo WA-7100. 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-7100 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-7100 price
This Burleigh / Exfo WA-7100 is listed at $8,480. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
Burleigh / Exfo WA-7100 calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the Burleigh / Exfo WA-7100 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 →
