Anritsu A80110042 1060 nm High-Coherence Swept-Source Laser

Overview

The Anritsu A80110042 is a high-coherence, wavelength-swept laser source engineered for precision optical coherence tomography (OCT), fiber-optic sensing, and interferometric metrology applications operating at the 1060 nm spectral window. This swept-source leverages a rapidly tunable external cavity laser architecture with a high-finesse Fabry–Pérot filter and precision galvanometric or MEMS-based wavelength scanning mechanism. Its extended coherence length (>15 mm) enables deep axial imaging penetration in biological tissues and low-scattering materials, while its narrow instantaneous linewidth (<0.1 nm) ensures high axial resolution—critical for structural and functional OCT systems in ophthalmology, dermatology, and endoscopic imaging. Designed and manufactured in Japan, the A80110042 meets stringent industrial reliability standards and integrates seamlessly into OEM instrumentation platforms requiring stable, repeatable, and trigger-synchronized wavelength sweeps.

Key Features

• Center wavelength precisely stabilized at 1060 nm—optimized for reduced water absorption and enhanced tissue penetration depth in biomedical imaging
• High coherence length (>15 mm typical) supports long imaging ranges and high signal-to-noise ratio in time-domain and Fourier-domain OCT configurations
• Configurable sweep repetition rates up to 100 kHz, enabling real-time volumetric imaging with high frame rates
• Fiber-pigtailed output via polarization-maintaining (PM) single-mode fiber with FC/APC connector for low back-reflection and stable polarization alignment
• Integrated electronic synchronization interface (TTL trigger input/output) for precise timing control with cameras, detectors, or data acquisition systems
• Ruggedized, fanless thermal management design ensuring stable output power (≥15 mW) and wavelength accuracy across ambient temperatures from 15 to 35 °C
• Compliant with IEC 61000-6-3 (EMC emission standard) and RoHS 2011/65/EU for safe integration into regulated laboratory and clinical environments

Sample Compatibility & Compliance

The A80110042 is compatible with standard single-mode optical components operating in the 1030–1090 nm range, including fiber couplers, circulators, interferometers, and photodetectors designed for OCT signal detection. It interfaces directly with commercial OCT engines and custom-built Michelson or Mach–Zehnder interferometric setups. From a regulatory standpoint, the device conforms to CE marking requirements under the EU Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive and Low Voltage Directive. While not a medical device itself, it is widely deployed in Class IIa and Class IIb OCT systems compliant with ISO 13485 and FDA 21 CFR Part 820. Its optical output adheres to IEC 60825-1:2014 Class 1 laser safety classification when operated within specified enclosure and interlock conditions.

Software & Data Management

The A80110042 operates in open-command mode via RS-232 or USB virtual COM port, supporting ASCII-based SCPI-like command sets for wavelength calibration, sweep start/stop, repetition rate adjustment, and status reporting. Anritsu provides a Windows-compatible SDK (C/C++, .NET, LabVIEW drivers) enabling integration into custom acquisition software stacks. All sweep parameters—including center wavelength, tuning range, and sweep shape—are programmable and stored in non-volatile memory. For GLP/GMP-aligned workflows, the driver supports audit-trail logging of configuration changes and timestamped operational events. No proprietary closed-loop software is required; users retain full control over data flow and synchronization logic—essential for research-grade reproducibility and regulatory documentation.

Applications

• Ophthalmic OCT systems targeting retinal layer segmentation and choroidal imaging
• Dermatological and intraoperative OCT for real-time margin assessment during Mohs surgery
• Fiber Bragg grating (FBG) sensor interrogation networks in structural health monitoring
• Low-coherence interferometry for thickness measurement of polymer films and semiconductor wafers
• Development of swept-source optical frequency domain reflectometry (SS-OFDR) systems
• Calibration reference source for wavelength meters and optical spectrum analyzers

FAQ

Is the A80110042 suitable for clinical OCT systems certified under FDA 510(k) or CE-IVD?
Yes—when integrated into a validated system architecture and operated per Anritsu’s technical specifications and safety guidelines, the A80110042 serves as a qualified subsystem in multiple commercially cleared OCT platforms.
What is the expected lifetime and maintenance requirement?
Rated for >20,000 hours of continuous operation; no routine maintenance is required beyond periodic verification of output power and sweep linearity using a calibrated optical spectrum analyzer.
Can the sweep waveform be customized (e.g., linear-in-wavenumber, bidirectional)?
Yes—the internal FPGA allows user-defined sweep profiles via firmware update; linear-in-k sweep mode is supported out-of-the-box for dispersion-compensated OCT processing.
Does the unit include factory calibration data and traceable certificates?
Each unit ships with a NIST-traceable wavelength calibration report and power stability test record, valid for 12 months from date of shipment.
Is remote firmware upgrade supported?
Yes—firmware updates are delivered via secure USB stick or Ethernet connection using Anritsu’s authenticated update utility, preserving configuration integrity and version history.