Fiber Optic Attenuators
PDF Datasheet - Revised 11/01
Only available as PDF at:
http://www.amp.com/fiberoptics/documents/1309087.pdf
Variable Optical Attenuators
Features
n Repeatable, variable attenuation
from 2 to 40dB
n <-65dB reflectance
(unconnectorized)
n Slim design allows dense
mounting with easy access to
adjustment screw
n Available with standard connector
types or unterminated
n Polarization insensitive
n Low modal noise
n Long-term reliability
Applications
n Test and measurement
n Power attenuation at the receiver
Operating Temperature —
-40°C to +75°C
Vibration Resistance —
< 0.15 x attenuation setting
Adjustment Resolution —
Continuously Adjustable
The Tyco Electronics’
Variable Optical
Attenuator achieves high < 2dB
reliability with a specially
processed fiber that is
conveniently adjusted to
Specifications
Minimum Attenuation —
Maximum Attenuation —
≥ 40dB
Operational Wavelength —
n Power leveling in DWDM
transmission systems
varying radii by the user. 1250-1580nm
Cladding modes are well
controlled by a specially
processed fiber.
Reflectance —
≤ -65dB unconnectorized
Available Collateral
n Customer Drawings
Customizable Features
n Lead lengths
n Termination types, including LC,
MU, SC, ST, FC
Singlemode Variable Attenuators
Fiber Conn Type
Part Number
107059-1
107059-2
107059-5
107059-6
1-107059-2
1-107059-5
209544-1
209544-3
209544-5
209544-6
3-209544-5
3-209544-6
Lead Length
1.2 meters
1.0 meter
1.0 meter
1.0 meter
1.0 meter
1.0 meter
1.0 meter
1.0 meter
1.0 meter
1.0 meter
3.0 meters
3.0 meters
3.0 meters
None
FC/PC
SC/PC
ST/PC
FC/SPC
SC/SPC
FC/APC
FC/UPC
SC/APC
SC/UPC
SC/APC
SC/UPC
SC/APC SC/UPC 3-209544-7
Connector Polish
Polish
PC
Back Reflection
-45 dB
SPC
UPC
APC
-50 dB
-55 dB
-65 dB
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For drawings, technical data or samples, contact your Tyco Electronics sales engineer, call 1-800-522-6752, or visit our Website at:
http://www.amp.com/fiberoptics/attenuators/attenuator_family.stm. Specifications subject to change. Consult Tyco Electronics for latest specifications.