{"product_id":"mu-attenuator-male-to-female-singlemode-1310-1550-upc-attenuator-4db","title":"MU Attenuator Male to Female Singlemode 1310\/1550 UPC Attenuator 4dB","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MU Attenuator is a precision optical component designed to reduce signal power in singlemode fiber optic systems. Featuring a male-to-female (build-out) configuration, this device allows for direct connection between existing network components, such as patch cords and adapters, to balance power levels across a link.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered with high-quality doped fiber, this attenuator provides stable performance across both 1310nm and 1550nm operating wavelengths. It is intended for use in professional telecommunications, data center interconnects, and outside plant fiber installations where signal attenuation is required to prevent receiver saturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDownloads\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #d8d8d8;padding:15px;background:#f8f8f8;border-radius:6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.fiberinstrumentsales.com\/specs\/Buildout-M2F-Attenuators.pdf\"\u003eProduct Specification Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual-Wavelength Operation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOptimized for use in both 1310nm and 1550nm singlemode applications, ensuring flexibility across common network deployments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMale-to-Female Configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe build-out design allows for easy integration into existing fiber paths without requiring additional patch cords.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoped Fiber Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUses specialized doped fiber construction to provide consistent and repeatable attenuation levels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision UPC Polish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeatures a UPC (Ultra Physical Contact) polish to minimize back-reflection and maintain high return loss.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Form Factor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe small MU footprint saves valuable space in high-density rack and patch panel environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFixed Attenuation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProvides a permanent 4dB reduction in optical power, eliminating the variability associated with variable attenuators.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTelecommunications and CATV networks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eData center equipment interconnection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFiber optic test and measurement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower level balancing in DWDM systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eF19521A04\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eConnector Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eMU (Male to Female)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eAttenuation Value\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e4dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eFiber Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eSinglemode\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eOperating Wavelength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e1310nm \/ 1550nm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003ePolish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eUPC\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\u003eIt is used to reduce the signal strength of a singlemode fiber optic link by 4dB to ensure it falls within the required operating range of receivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan this be used on multimode fiber?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, this is specifically designed for singlemode fiber optic systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the attenuation fixed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, this is a fixed attenuator with a set value of 4dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the male-to-female designation mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt means 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