{"product_id":"fiberxp-8db-single-mode-fc-apc-attenuator","title":"FiberXP 8dB Single Mode FC APC Attenuator","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FiberXP® SPC-SM-FCA-08 is a premium grade, fixed optical attenuator designed for precise signal reduction in single-mode fiber networks. Engineered with a durable Zirconia ferrule and high-quality doped attenuation fiber, this device provides consistent performance across the 1310-nm and 1550-nm operating windows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis male-to-female FC\/APC attenuator is optimized for high-power endurance, making it an ideal choice for sensitive fiber amplifiers, dense wavelength division multiplexing (DWDM) systems, and general telecommunications infrastructure. Its robust construction ensures compliance with rigorous industry standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual-Wavelength Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOptimized for 1310-nm and 1550-nm operating windows for versatile network application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Precision Attenuation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeatures an attenuation accuracy of ± 0.7 dB to ensure reliable signal level management.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuperior Return Loss\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDelivers a return loss greater than 65 dB, minimizing back-reflections in high-performance links.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDurable Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEquipped with a Zirconia ferrule for long-term stability and resistance to environmental degradation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Power Endurance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEngineered to handle high optical power levels common in modern amplifier and transmission equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndustry Standard Compliance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eComplies with Telcordia GR-910-CORE and GR-1221-CORE specifications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFiber optic amplifiers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDWDM systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTelecommunications equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptical signal level balancing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical 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