SC/APC 5dB Fiber Optic Attenuator Adapter
Product Type: Fixed, bulkhead-style fiber optic attenuator adapter with SC/APC interface (female-female), designed for single-mode fiber networks.
Core Function: Provides fixed 5dB optical loss (±0.5dB tolerance) and seamless fiber connection, with green housing indicating APC polish type.
Optical Performance: Operates at 1310nm/1550nm, insertion loss ≤0.5dB (max), return loss ≥60dB, max optical input power 200mW.
Physical & Mechanical Features: Zirconia ceramic ferrule, high-strength green plastic housing, stainless steel clamp, panel-mountable, ≥1000 mating cycles.
Environmental Adaptability: Works in -40°C to +75°C (operating) and -40°C to +85°C (storage), 5%-95% non-condensing humidity, compliant with IEC 60869-1 and Telcordia GR-910-CORE.
Main Applications: CATV/broadcast networks, FTTH/FTTx deployments, optical test setups, telecom/data center fiber links needing precise power leveling.
- Product Description
- Specification
- Product Advantage
Product Description
1. General Description
This is a fixed, bulkhead-style fiber optic attenuator adapter designed for single-mode fiber networks. It integrates a precision attenuation element within an SC/APC adapter housing, providing a fixed 5dB optical loss while enabling seamless fiber connection. The green housing indicates the APC (Angled Physical Contact) polish type
Specification
2. Optical Performance
Parameter | Specification |
Attenuation Value | 5 dB (fixed) |
Attenuation Tolerance | ±0.5 dB |
Operating Wavelength | 1310 nm, 1550 nm (SM) |
Insertion Loss (excluding attenuation) | ≤ 0.3 dB (typ), ≤ 0.5 dB (max) |
Return Loss | ≥ 60 dB (APC) |
Polarization Dependent Loss (PDL) | ≤ 0.15 dB |
Wavelength Dependent Loss (WDL) | ≤ 0.6 dB |
Max Optical Input Power | 200 mW |
3. Physical & Mechanical Characteristics
Parameter | Specification |
Connector Interface | SC/APC to SC/APC (female-female, bulkhead) |
Fiber Type | Single-mode (9/125 μm) |
Ferrule Material | Zirconia ceramic |
Housing Material | High-strength plastic (green) |
Clamp/Sleeve | Stainless steel |
Dimensions | Approx. 35 mm (L) × 12.7 mm (W) × 11 mm (H) |
Mounting | Panel-mountable via two side flanges with screw holes |
Durability | ≥ 1000 mating cycles |
4. Environmental Specifications
Parameter | Specification |
Operating Temperature | -40 °C to +75 °C |
Storage Temperature | -40 °C to +85 °C |
Humidity | 5% to 95% (non-condensing) |
Compliance | IEC 60869-1, Telcordia GR-910-CORE |
5. Applications
• CATV and broadcast optical networks
• FTTH/FTTx deployments
• Optical test and measurement setups
• Telecom and data center fiber links requiring precise power leveling
Product Advantage
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Precise Attenuation: Offers fixed 5dB optical loss with ±0.5dB tolerance, ensuring stable and accurate power leveling for fiber networks.
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High Compatibility: SC/APC female-female interface fits single-mode (9/125μm) fibers, compatible with mainstream fiber optic devices.
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Superior Optical Performance: Low insertion loss (≤0.5dB max), high return loss (≥60dB), and minimal PDL/WDL for reliable signal transmission.
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Durable Construction: Zirconia ceramic ferrule, high-strength plastic housing and stainless steel clamp, supporting ≥1000 mating cycles for long service life.
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Wide Environmental Adaptability: Operates stably in -40°C to +75°C, with 5%-95% non-condensing humidity, suitable for various harsh working conditions.
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Practical & Versatile: Panel-mountable design, applicable to CATV, FTTH, optical test setups and telecom/data centers, meeting diverse application needs.
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