{"product_id":"fc-apc-male-to-female-1310-1550-7db-attenuator","title":"FC APC Male to Female 1310\/1550 7dB Attenuator","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis FC APC male-to-female attenuator is designed to reduce optical signal levels in fiber optic networks. It provides a precise 7dB attenuation for both 1310nm and 1550nm operating wavelengths, ensuring signal integrity by preventing receiver saturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstructed with high-quality doped fiber, this device offers polarization-insensitive performance. Its compact design allows for easy integration into existing connections or dense patch panel environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoped Fiber Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUses specialized fiber to provide consistent attenuation values regardless of signal polarization.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Form Factor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDesigned to occupy minimal space in patch panels or active hardware ports.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMale-to-Female Interface\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEnables direct plug-and-play installation between existing fiber cables and equipment ports.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWide Wavelength Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOptimized for dual-window operation at 1310nm and 1550nm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFactory Tested\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach unit is 100% optically verified to ensure accurate performance specifications before shipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFixed Attenuation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProvides a reliable, stable 7dB reduction in signal power without the drift associated with variable attenuators.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTelecommunications network power level balancing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFiber optic test equipment signal protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCATV and broadcast system signal leveling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eData center link attenuation for high-power transmitters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\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\u003eConnector Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFC APC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGender\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMale to Female\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAttenuation Value\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7dB\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\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiber Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSinglemode\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this attenuator compatible with both 1310nm and 1550nm?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, it is designed for dual-wavelength operation covering both 1310nm and 1550nm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the male-to-female configuration mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe unit features a male FC APC connector on one end that plugs into a port, and a female FC APC receptacle on the other end to receive a patch cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this require special tools to install?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, it is a standard build-out style attenuator that connects directly to compatible FC ports.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre these factory tested?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, all units are 100% factory tested for optical performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a fixed or variable attenuator?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a fixed attenuator providing a consistent 7dB reduction.\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_f644a86a-fbb0-41f5-9718-2c4893b5a713.pdf?v=1792287362\" 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":50702484439138,"sku":"F18751A07","price":22.42,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1026\/4509\/files\/f18751axx-2_2_3.jpg?v=1792287373","url":"https:\/\/www.fiberoptics4sale.com\/products\/fc-apc-male-to-female-1310-1550-7db-attenuator","provider":"Fosco Connect","version":"1.0","type":"link"}