--- type: product schema_version: 1 stock_number: "75211-1" canonical_url: "https://www.artisantg.com/75211-1/Ando-AQ-4305" json_url: "https://www.artisantg.com/75211-1/Ando-AQ-4305.json" generated_at: "2026-11-07T01:25:45.163Z" last_updated: "2026-10-14T13:00:51.160-05:00" --- # Yokogawa / Ando AQ4305 White Light Source _Summary and Categories are this item's record. The description sections and FAQ are machine-assisted and can contain errors; where they disagree with the record, the record is correct, and where description sections disagree with each other, Details wins._ ## Summary - Manufacturer: Ando - Model: AQ4305 - Condition: Used and in Excellent Condition - Price: $2,450.00 USD - Availability: In stock, 1 available - Warranty: 1-Year Warranty with 30-Day Return Guarantee - ITAR restricted: No - Shipping weight: 9.6 lb, estimated - Shipping dimensions: 14X10X10 in, estimated ## Categories - Test Equipment > Optical Test > White Light Sources (primary) ## Details Lamp is used and has unknown remaining life. ### Configuration - Optical Interface: FC ## Overview Broadband white light source designed to generate high power density over optical fiber wavelengths, notably more than 5 dB increase at 1310 nm compared to previous models, enabling significantly faster sweep times for optical spectrum measurements. It is compatible with optical spectrum analyzers as a stable, bright light input source, operating in fiber optic test setups for precise spectral analysis and characterization. ## Function Light emitting device generating spectrally continuous broadband illumination across visible wavelengths with controlled output power. Produces stable, high-intensity white light through thermal radiation or plasma excitation mechanisms. Features power regulation, electronic modulation capability, fiber optic output interface for delivering light to external systems. Primarily used in optical component testing, spectroscopy, fiber optic system characterization, and calibration applications requiring broadband spectral reference. Supports telecommunications equipment testing, fiber sensor development, and spectral analysis through consistent spectral power distribution. ## Platform The AQ-4305 is designed for fiber optic testing, utilizing a broadband white light source. It operates on a standard 100-240VAC power supply. The light source output connects to optical fibers via FC/PC or other compatible connectors. It interfaces with optical spectrum analyzers and power meters for loss and wavelength characterization within fiber optic networks and components, operating in a benchtop configuration. ## Application Provides stable broadband white light output over visible and near-infrared spectrum, designed for integration into optical test setups and fiber optic measurement systems. Interfaces via standard FC/PC connectors, suitable for wavelength calibration, optical component characterization, and spectrometer performance verification in laboratory and production environments requiring precise spectral analysis. ## Accessories Requires optical power meter for calibration and measurement applications. Compatible with FC/PC and FC/APC optical connectors via interchangeable adapters. Features ST connector interface as standard output port. Supports single-mode and multimode fiber connections through appropriate patch cords. Works with AQ-series optical spectrum analyzers for spectral analysis. Includes BNC connector for external modulation input. Equipped with RS-232C serial interface (9-pin D-sub) for remote control. Accepts universal AC power adapter (100-240VAC). Requires warm-up period of 30 minutes for stability. Compatible with standard 19-inch rack mount kit for installation. ## Interface FC/PC connector for optical output, 9-pin D-sub for remote control, BNC for trigger input ## Images - - - -