The ANDO AQ6141 Multi-Wavelength Meter is a sophisticated instrument engineered for high-precision measurement of optical wavelengths. Featuring advanced technology, it delivers exceptional accuracy and resolution, making it an indispensable tool for a wide range of applications. These applications include the testing of optical components, characterization of lasers, and calibration of optical devices.

Aumictech – Ando AQ6141 Multi-Wavelength Meter Specifications

Optical Performance

• Wavelength range: 1270 to 1650 nm

• Number of channels: Up to 1024 wavelengths measurable simultaneously

• Wavelength accuracy: ±0.2 pm (typical in C-band)

• Wavelength resolution: 0.1 pm

• Wavelength repeatability: ±0.1 pm

• Input power range: −50 to +10 dBm per channel

• Optical return loss: >30 dB typical

Level / Power Measurement

• Sensitivity: down to −50 dBm

• Maximum safe input: +10 dBm per channel

• Power accuracy: ±0.3 dB (−30 to 0 dBm, 1550 nm typical)

• Power resolution: 0.01 dB

• Dynamic range: >50 dB

Channel & Grid Compatibility

• Channel spacing supported:

  • ITU-T DWDM grids (12.5 GHz, 25 GHz, 50 GHz, 100 GHz)

  • CWDM channels

  • Custom user-defined spacing

• Number of measurable wavelengths: up to 1024 channels

Measurement Speed

• Acquisition time:

  • Full scan across all channels: approx. 1 s

  • Fast mode available for high-speed DWDM monitoring

• Continuous monitoring: supports long-term power and wavelength drift logging

Fiber & Optical Interfaces

• Input fiber type: Single-mode fiber (SMF-28 or equivalent)

• Connector adapters: FC/PC standard, SC and ST optional

• Polarization dependence: < ±0.02 nm

Interfaces & Control

• Remote control: GP-IB, RS-232C, optional Ethernet

• Command protocol: SCPI compliant for automation

• Trigger I/O: available for synchronized test setups

Display & Storage

• Display: Integrated LCD with tabular and graphical readouts

• Data storage: Internal memory for multiple channel sets

• Data export: GP-IB/RS-232/Ethernet (CSV, ASCII)

Physical & Power

• Dimensions: approx. 425 × 200 × 450 mm (W×H×D)

• Weight: approx. 15–18 kg

• Power supply: 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, ~150 VA

• Operating environment:

  • Guaranteed performance: +18 to +28 °C

  • Operating: +5 to +35 °C

  • Storage: −10 to +50 °C

  • Humidity: ≤80 %RH non-condensing

• Warm-up time: ~1 hour

Why Choose Aumictech for the Ando AQ6141?

The Ando AQ6141 Multi-Wavelength Meter offers higher channel capacity and finer grid resolution than the AQ6140, making it the ideal solution for DWDM system development, R&D testing, and telecom monitoring. With ultra-fine wavelength accuracy and wide dynamic range, it delivers fast, reliable measurements across hundreds of channels simultaneously.

At Aumictech, we supply, repair, and calibrate the Ando AQ6141 with NIST-traceable calibration services, ensuring maximum accuracy and compliance for demanding optical communication environments. Whether you are upgrading from an older Ando or Yokogawa unit, or expanding your lab’s wavelength monitoring capabilities, Aumictech guarantees professional service and support.