{"product_id":"st-upc-singlemode-male-to-female-attenuator-15db","title":"ST\/UPC Singlemode Male to Female Attenuator 15dB","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ST\/UPC Singlemode Male to Female Attenuator is a precision optical component designed to reduce the power level of a fiber optic signal by a fixed 15dB. By precisely lowering signal intensity, it prevents receiver saturation in high-power optical systems, ensuring optimal performance in sensitive networking equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis attenuator features a robust male-to-female (plug-and-jack) design, allowing it to be easily integrated into existing fiber optic links or test configurations. 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