AQ23112A Light Source (DFB, 2CH)
Stable Narrow-Linewidth Optical Source for Component Testing and Calibration
The AQ23112A is a dual-channel DFB light source module for the AQ2300 Series Test Platform. It integrates two stable optical sources into a compact one-slot module, helping increase channel density while reducing the space required for multiwavelength test systems.
The module is suitable for passive optical component testing, equipment calibration, and automated measurement systems. It can be combined with AQ2300 Series optical power meters, variable optical attenuators, and optical switches to create flexible test configurations for research, development, and production applications.
Key Specifications
- Output level: +10 dBm or more
- High-level stability: within ±0.005 dB
- Center wavelength: Select two from 1310, 1550, 1625, or 1650 nm
- Applicable fiber: SMF
- Connector: FC/Angled PC
Loss measurement of optical passive components
The AQ2300 supports measurement of optical loss measurements for passive components such as optical fibers, connectors, couplers, etc. By combining optical sources, power meters, attenuators and switching modules in single modular system, engineers can evaluate the optical insertion loss and crosstalk of various optical passive components.
[Measurement items] Optical insertion loss, crosstalk
MPO component inspection system
The AQ2300 DFB Light Source, combined with an AQ2300 Series optical power meter, enables accurate insertion loss measurements of MPO connectors and other multi-fiber optical components. Optical switches can also be used to efficiently test multiple fiber channels.
For more detailed analysis, the AQ7420 or AQ7421 High-Resolution Reflectometer can complement these loss measurements by identifying the location and magnitude of individual reflections. This helps detect localized defects, such as micro-cracks, that may be difficult to identify through conventional insertion loss measurements alone. By combining optical loss measurements with high-resolution reflection analysis, users can perform a more comprehensive evaluation of MPO and multi-fiber optical components.
[Measurement items] Insertion loss, total optical return loss, partial optical return loss, micro-crack detection
Specifications
AQ23112A DFB Light Source (2 CH)
| Items | Specifications | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of channels (Slot widths) | 2 channels (1 slot) | |
| Device type | DFB-LD | |
| Center wavelength | 1310 ±5 nm, 1550 ±5 nm, 1625 ±5 nm, 1650 ±5 nm*1, *2, *4 | |
| Optical output level | +10 dBm or more*1, *2, *5 | |
| Output level stability (5 minutes) | ±0.005 dB*1, *3, *5 | |
| Spectral linewidth | Narrow | 10 MHz (typ.)*1, *6 |
| Wide | 100 MHz (typ.) | |
| SMSR | 35 dB or more*1, *2, *4 | |
| RIN | −135 dB/Hz (typ.)*1, *2, *4, *6 | |
| Output setting range | 6 dB [resolution: 0.01 dB (typ.)]*3, *5 | |
| Fiber type | SMF (ITU-T G.652.D) | |
| Optical connector | FC/Angled PC (narrow-key type) | |
| Dimensions (excluding protrusions) | 106.5 (H) × 31 (W) × 321.5 (D) mm | |
| Weight | Approx. 0.8 kg | |
| Laser safety standard class | EN 60825-1: 2014+A11: 2021, IEC 60825-1: 2014, GB/T 7247.1-2024, Class 1 | |
Specifications apply after a 30-minute warm-up period.
Environmental conditions follow the frame controller specifications, unless otherwise stated.
*1: At maximum output power.
*2: Ambient temperature: 23 ± 2°C.
*3: At constant temperature (within ±0.5°C).
*4: Spectral linewidth: Narrow.
*5: Spectral linewidth: Wide.
*6: Not guaranteed.
