SC UPC Flange attenuator

SC/UPC Fixed  is a component installed in a fiber optic transmission system that reduces the power in the optical signal. It is often used to limit the optical power received by the photo detector to within the limits of the optical receiver.

Connector Type	SC
Polish Type	UPC
Fiber Mode	Single mode
Connector Gender	Flange
Sleeve	Ceramic

Specification

Item	Unit	Parameter
Operating Wavelength	Nm	1310-1550
Attenuation Range	dB	1-10dB(1dB Step), 15,20,25,30dB
Return loss	dB	PC:50UPC:55APC:60
Attenuation Tolerance	dB	1.0(11-30dB)
Working Temperature		-25~+75
Storage Temperature		-40~+85

Features

Fully compatible with SC fiber optic connectors;
Precise attenuation values;
Industry standard attenuation levels;
Low PDL and insertion loss;
Precision polishing for reduced back reflection;
Highly Reliable Physical Contact Connectors;
Compartmentalized case provides safe component storage and simple organization;
Small, durable case for easy portability;
RoHS compliant.

Application

Optical attenuators are commonly used in fiber optic communications, either to test power level margins by temporarily adding a calibrated amount of signal loss;

 Installed permanently to properly match transmitter and receiver levels;
Sharp bends stress optic fibers and can cause losses;
Telecommunications;
LAN & CATV;
Optic Fiber Sensors;
Testing Instruments;
Fiber to the home;
Multi-Channel Subscriber loop;
Optical Transmission System.