{"product_id":"fiberxp-4db-single-mode-lc-apc-attenuator","title":"FiberXP 4dB Single Mode LC APC Attenuator","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FiberXP SPC-SM-LCA-04 is a premium-grade build-out optical attenuator designed for single-mode fiber optic systems. This plug-style, male-to-female attenuator incorporates a high-precision Zirconia ferrule and doped attenuation fiber to deliver consistent, reliable signal reduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered for dual-wavelength operation at 1310nm and 1550nm, this component is ideal for balancing optical power levels in telecommunications, DWDM networks, and fiber amplifier applications. It is built to comply with stringent industry standards, ensuring seamless integration into existing network infrastructures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision Zirconia Ferrule\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEnsures high-quality physical contact and long-term durability for consistent optical performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoped Attenuation Fiber\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProvides stable and accurate signal reduction across the required operating wavelengths.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFixed 4 dB Attenuation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDelivers precise signal dampening to prevent receiver saturation in high-power systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual Wavelength Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOptimized for both 1310nm and 1550nm operation for versatile deployment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow Back-Reflection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeatures a high return loss of \u0026gt;65 dB, minimizing signal degradation caused by reflections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard Plug-Style Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe compact male-to-female format allows for easy installation between existing fiber patch cables and equipment ports.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndustry Standard Compliance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eManufactured and tested to meet Telcordia compliance, ensuring compatibility with standard telecom hardware.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTelecommunications equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDWDM (Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing) networks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFiber amplifier systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptical power 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standard telecom windows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a fixed or variable attenuator?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a fixed connector-type (build-out) attenuator with a set value of 4 dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the \u0026gt;65 dB return loss rating mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt indicates that the attenuator reflects very little light back toward the source, which is critical for maintaining signal integrity in APC-based systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use this in an LC UPC port?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. This attenuator features an APC (Angled Physical Contact) connector, which is physically and optically incompatible with standard flat UPC connectors.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fosco Connect","offers":[{"title":"Default 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