{"product_id":"lc-apc-male-female-1310-1550nm-20db-singlemode-attenuator","title":"LC\/APC Male-Female 1310\/1550nm 20dB Singlemode Attenuator","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LC\/APC Male-Female Singlemode Attenuator is a precision-engineered optical component designed to reduce the intensity of light signals within fiber optic networks. By providing a fixed 20dB reduction, it prevents saturation of sensitive receiver equipment in high-power systems, ensuring signal integrity and preventing data errors.\n\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis attenuator features a compact, plug-and-play male-to-female (m\/f) interface, allowing for direct installation onto existing patch panels, adapters, or equipment ports. It is calibrated for optimal performance across the standard 1310nm and 1550nm telecommunications wavelengths, making it suitable for a wide range of OSP, data center, and enterprise network applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFixed 20dB Attenuation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nProvides a consistent, precise signal reduction to protect sensitive optical receivers from over-saturation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMale-to-Female Interface\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAllows for easy integration by plugging directly into existing LC adapters or equipment ports without requiring additional patch cords.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSinglemode Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nOptimized for use with standard singlemode fiber systems to maintain signal characteristics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual Wavelength Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCalibrated for both 1310nm and 1550nm, covering the primary windows for telecommunications and data transmission.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAPC Polish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAngled Physical Contact (APC) interface minimizes back-reflection, which is critical for high-speed network reliability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nMinimal footprint ensures compatibility with high-density fiber patch panels and enclosures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptical Network Testing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCATV Systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTelecommunications Infrastructure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFiber Optic Sensor Systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReceiver Protection in Data Centers\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\u003eConnector Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLC\/APC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConfiguration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMale to Female\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAttenuation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Wavelength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1310nm \/ 1550nm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiber Mode\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSinglemode\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 function of this attenuator?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis device reduces the optical power of a signal by 20dB to prevent receiver saturation in fiber networks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan this be used with multimode fiber?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo, this component is specifically designed for singlemode fiber applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the Male-to-Female configuration mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt functions as a bulkhead adapter that can be plugged directly into an existing LC female adapter, while providing a female port for a male connector to plug into.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this compatible with UPC connectors?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo, this uses an APC (Angled Physical Contact) polish. 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