LC Fiber Attenuator

Product Type: LC male-to-female fixed fiber optic attenuator, a passive optical component.

Core Function: Reduces optical signal power with precise, fixed attenuation (1dB-30dB).

Key Features: Plug-and-play design, high return loss, low insertion loss, durable and widely compatible.

Specifications: Suitable for singlemode fiber (9/125µm), operating wavelength 1260nm~1620nm, compliant with RoHS, Telcordia GR-326-CORE and IEC 61754.

Applications: Applied in telecommunication networks, data centers, CATV systems, optical equipment calibration, etc.

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Product Description
Specification
Product Advantage

Product Description

1. Product Overview

This is a passive optical component designed to reduce the power of an optical signal in fiber optic communication systems. It features a male-to-female LC connector configuration, enabling direct insertion into existing fiber links to provide precise, fixed attenuation.

Specification

2. Key Specifications

Parameter	Specification
Connector Type	LC/UPC or LC/APC (Male-Female, plug-in style)
Fiber Type	Singlemode (SM) 9/125µm
Attenuation Value	1dB to 30dB (e.g., 7dB as shown in images)
Attenuation Accuracy	±0.5dB for 1-9dB; ±10% for 10-30dB
Operating Wavelength	1260nm ~ 1620nm (covers 1310nm & 1550nm windows)
Return Loss	≥50dB (UPC); ≥60dB (APC)
Insertion Loss	≤0.3dB (excluding fixed attenuation value)
Polarization Dependent Loss (PDL)	≤0.2dB
Repeatability	≤0.2dB
Durability	≥500 mating cycles
Max Input Power	200mW
Operating Temperature	-40°C ~ +75°C
Storage Temperature	-40°C ~ +85°C
Humidity	Up to 95% non-condensing
Material	Housing: High-strength plastic; Ferrule: Zirconia ceramic
Compliance	RoHS, Telcordia GR-326-CORE, IEC 61754

3. Applications

• Telecommunication networks

• CATV and broadband systems

• Data center fiber management

• Optical power leveling in EDFA and DWDM systems

• Test and measurement equipment calibration

4. Features

• Precise Attenuation: Stable and accurate fixed attenuation values.

• Low Back Reflection: High return loss minimizes signal distortion.

• Easy Installation: Plug-and-play male-to-female design for seamless integration.

• High Durability: Robust construction withstands repeated connections.

• Wide Compatibility: Works with standard LC/UPC and LC/APC fiber systems.

Product Advantage

1

Precise Attenuation: Provides stable and accurate fixed attenuation values (1dB-30dB) with high accuracy to ensure reliable signal control.
2

Low Signal Distortion: Features high return loss (≥50dB for UPC, ≥60dB for APC) and low insertion loss (≤0.3dB) to minimize signal interference.
3

Easy Installation: Plug-and-play LC male-to-female design enables seamless integration into existing fiber optic links without extra tools.
4

High Durability: Robust construction with zirconia ceramic ferrule and high-strength plastic housing, supporting ≥500 mating cycles for long-term use.
5

Wide Compatibility: Compatible with singlemode (9/125µm) fiber, LC/UPC/APC connectors, and 1260nm~1620nm operating wavelength.
6

Compliant & Reliable: Meets RoHS, Telcordia GR-326-CORE and IEC 61754 standards, suitable for various professional optical communication scenarios.