{"product_id":"fc-apc-male-female-1310-1550nm-4db-attenuator","title":"FC\/APC Male-Female 1310\/1550nm 4dB Attenuator","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FC\/APC Male-to-Female buildout attenuator is a precision optical component designed to reduce the power levels in fiber optic signals. By utilizing doped fiber technology, this attenuator provides consistent attenuation across the 1310nm and 1550nm operating wavelengths, making it suitable for a wide range of singlemode network applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for ease of integration, the compact housing allows for direct installation into existing connections, patch panels, or bulkhead adapters. This configuration ensures that network technicians can quickly manage signal power to prevent receiver saturation without requiring complex hardware modifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoped Fiber Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUses high-quality doped fiber to ensure polarization-insensitive attenuation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual Wavelength Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOptimized for both 1310nm and 1550nm, supporting standard singlemode operations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFixed Attenuation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProvides precise 4dB signal reduction for consistent network output.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Form Factor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSmall design integrates directly into existing patch panels and adapters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFactory Tested\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e100% optical performance tested to ensure signal integrity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy Installation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMale-to-female design allows for simple integration into existing infrastructure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTelecommunications signal power management\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreventing receiver saturation in high-power links\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFiber optic test and measurement setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNetwork maintenance and signal balancing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eF18751A04\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnector Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFC\/APC Male to Female\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAttenuation Value\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiber Mode\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSinglemode\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Wavelength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1310nm \/ 1550nm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this attenuator compatible with 1550nm networks?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, it is designed for use in both 1310nm and 1550nm singlemode applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I install this in a standard patch panel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, the compact buildout design allows it to fit easily into standard patch panels and bulkhead adapters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the 4dB rating mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe attenuator will reduce the intensity of the optical signal by 4 decibels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a fixed or variable attenuator?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a fixed attenuator with a set value of 4dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it require special tools to install?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, it is a male-to-female connector that can be installed by hand into existing mating sleeves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDownloads\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1026\/4509\/files\/Buildout-M2F-Attenuators_eb1de308-b6ee-4b62-92ea-c02fa35f0dd0.pdf?v=1792287453\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eProduct PDF\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Fosco Connect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50702484865122,"sku":"F18751A04","price":19.92,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1026\/4509\/files\/f18751axx-3_8_2.jpg?v=1792287463","url":"https:\/\/www.fiberoptics4sale.com\/products\/fc-apc-male-female-1310-1550nm-4db-attenuator","provider":"Fosco Connect","version":"1.0","type":"link"}