{"product_id":"fiberxp-17db-single-mode-st-upc-attenuator","title":"FiberXP 17dB Single Mode ST UPC Attenuator","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FiberXP SPC-SM-STU-17 is a premium-grade optical fixed attenuator designed for precise signal level management in single-mode fiber optic networks. It utilizes a Zirconia ferrule and doped attenuation fiber to ensure consistent performance in high-demand environments. This component is ideal for balancing signal strength in telecommunications equipment, fiber amplifiers, and DWDM (Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing) systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered for high power endurance, this male-to-female ST\/UPC attenuator operates effectively across the 1310 nm and 1550 nm wavelengths. 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