{"product_id":"fiberxp-11db-single-mode-lc-apc-attenuator","title":"FiberXP 11dB Single Mode LC APC Attenuator","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe FiberXP SPC-SM-LCA-11 is a premium grade, build-out optical attenuator designed for single mode fiber optic networks. It features a high-precision Zirconia ferrule and utilizes doped fiber technology to achieve precise signal reduction, making it an essential component for balancing optical power levels in network equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis plug-style, male-to-female attenuator is engineered for consistent performance across dual wavelengths of 1310nm and 1550nm. 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