SC Optical Attenuator

An SC Optical Attenuator is a passive optical device that reduces the power of an optical signal by a fixed amount. It is commonly used in fiber optic networks to protect receivers from being overloaded by strong optical signals, and to equalize the power levels of different optical signals.

Description

SC Optical Attenuator | Fiber Optic Attenuator | Optical Signal Attenuation

Features

  • Low insertion loss and high return loss
  • Stable attenuation
  • Wide operating wavelength range
  • High reliability
  • Easy to install and maintain

Applications

  • Optical signal attenuation
  • Optical power equalization
  • Optical network testing
  • Optical communication systems

Common Parameters

Parameter Value
Attenuation
1 dB, 2 dB, 3 dB, 5 dB, 10 dB, 15 dB, 20 dB
Connector Type
SC/UPC, SC/APC
Operating Wavelength
1310 nm, 1550 nm
Insertion Loss < 0.5 dB
Return Loss > 60 dB
Operating Temperature -40°C to +85°C
Storage Temperature -40°C to +85°C

Benefits

  • Protects receivers from overload: SC Optical Attenuators can protect receivers from being damaged by strong optical signals. This is especially important for receivers that are used in sensitive applications, such as medical or military applications.

  • Equalizes optical power levels: SC Optical Attenuators can be used to equalize the power levels of different optical signals. This is important for ensuring that all of the signals in a network are received at the same level, which can improve the overall performance of the network.

  • Improves optical network performance: SC Optical Attenuators can improve the performance of optical networks by reducing noise and improving signal-to-noise ratio (SNR). This can lead to increased data rates, longer transmission distances, and more reliable communication.

How to Order

To order an SC Optical Attenuator, please specify the following:

  • Attenuation
  • Connector Type
  • Operating Wavelength

You can also order SC Optical Attenuators with custom parameters. Please contact us for more information.