{"product_id":"fiberxp-11db-single-mode-sc-apc-attenuator","title":"FiberXP 11dB Single Mode SC APC Attenuator","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FiberXP SPC-SM-SCA-11 is a premium-grade optical fixed attenuator designed for single-mode fiber applications. Utilizing a Zirconia ferrule and doped attenuation fiber, this male-to-female SC\/APC component provides consistent light reduction for critical network links.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered for high power endurance, this attenuator is ideal for use in fiber amplifiers, DWDM systems, and general telecommunications infrastructure. It is optimized for dual-wavelength operation at 1310 nm and 1550 nm, ensuring compatibility with standard single-mode network architectures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoped Attenuation Fiber\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEnsures stable and precise light reduction for reliable signal management.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZirconia Ferrule\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProvides a high-durability interface for multiple connection cycles with minimal wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Power Endurance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCapable of handling elevated optical power levels without performance degradation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual Wavelength Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDesigned for operation at both 1310 nm and 1550 nm windows.\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 in the link.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTelcordia Compliant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eConstructed to meet GR-910-CORE and GR-1221-CORE industry standards for quality and performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFiber Amplifiers (EDFA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDWDM Network Systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTelecommunications Equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignal Level Balancing\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\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiberXP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSPC-SM-SCA-11\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAttenuation Value\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAttenuation Accuracy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e± 0.7 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReturn Loss\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026gt; 65 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiber Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle Mode\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Wavelength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1310\/1550 nm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnector Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSC\/APC (Male to Female)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFerrule Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZirconia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGR-910-CORE, GR-1221-CORE\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 is the primary use of this attenuator?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is used to reduce the power of an optical signal in a single-mode fiber link to prevent receiver saturation in applications like DWDM and fiber amplifiers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this compatible with UPC connectors?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, this is an SC\/APC (Angled Physical Contact) connector. 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