{"product_id":"fc-apc-male-to-female-singlemode-1310-1550nm-attenuator-14db","title":"FC\/APC Male to Female Singlemode 1310\/1550nm Attenuator 14dB","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FC\/APC Male to Female attenuator is a passive fiber optic component designed to reduce the power level of an optical signal. By introducing a precise level of signal loss, this attenuator prevents saturation in sensitive receivers and ensures optimal performance in high-power fiber optic systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered for singlemode applications, this unit is compatible with 1310nm and 1550nm operating wavelengths. Its compact male-to-female design allows for easy integration into existing fiber links, connecting directly to an adapter or patch panel port, while maintaining signal integrity through the APC (Angled Physical Contact) interface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSinglemode Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOptimized for use with standard 9\/125 micron singlemode fiber, ensuring low insertion loss for system compatibility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual Wavelength Support\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSupports standard 1310nm and 1550nm operating windows for versatile deployment in telecommunications networks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e14dB Attenuation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProvides a fixed 14dB reduction in signal strength to calibrate power levels accurately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAPC Polished Interface\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeatures an angled physical contact (APC) polish to minimize back-reflections and enhance return loss performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMale to Female Configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eConvenient form factor allows for direct mounting into existing fiber adapters or equipment ports.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSpace-saving housing is ideal for high-density environments where space is at a premium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptical Power Level Management\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTelecommunications and CATV Networks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTest and Measurement Equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDWDM Channel Balancing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrevention of Receiver Saturation\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\u003eConfiguration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMale-to-Female\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\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\u003eAttenuation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14dB\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\u003eWhat does a 14dB attenuator do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt reduces the power of the light signal by 14 decibels, which is typically used to prevent overloading a fiber optic receiver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use this with Multimode fiber?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, this attenuator is designed specifically for Singlemode fiber systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the benefit of the APC polish?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe APC (Angled Physical Contact) polish provides superior return loss by minimizing back-reflections into the light source.\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 14dB reduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I connect this directly to my device?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, the male-to-female design allows it to plug into an existing female FC\/APC adapter port.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fosco Connect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50702492467298,"sku":"F18751A14","price":19.92,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1026\/4509\/files\/f18751axx-3-_1__3.jpg?v=1792288269","url":"https:\/\/www.fiberoptics4sale.com\/products\/fc-apc-male-to-female-singlemode-1310-1550nm-attenuator-14db","provider":"Fosco Connect","version":"1.0","type":"link"}