{"product_id":"sc-attenuator-male-to-female-singlemode-1310-1550-upc-attenuator-15db","title":"SC Attenuator Male to Female Singlemode 1310\/1550 UPC Attenuator 15dB","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SC Attenuator is a fixed, passive optical device designed to reduce the power level of a fiber optic signal within a singlemode network. By introducing a precise level of signal attenuation, it prevents receiver saturation in high-power environments, ensuring optimal performance for network equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis attenuator features a male-to-female (plug-and-jack) configuration, allowing for direct installation onto existing SC patch panels or equipment ports. 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