Fiber Optic Filter Attenuators, SC, Flanged
SC, Flanged, 5 dB
Corning SC fiber optic filter attenuators incorporate ab-
sorption filters in the centers of the adapter housings.
In use, the filters are interposed between the end faces
of mating plugs. Attenuation values from 5 to 20 dB are
available in 5 dB increments. Each dB value is numerical-
ly marked for easy identification.
Features and Benefits
Fully compatible with SC fiber optic connectors
No intermateability concerns
Numerical identification mark on housing
Easy indication of attenuation levels
Attenuator incorporated inside standard SC adapter
housings
Compatible with standard distribution panels
Part Number: 4059740
Specifications
General Specifications
Attenuator Type
Compatibility
Packaging
Product Type
Filter
SC
Single Pack
Attenuators
Temperature Range
Operation
-20 °C to 70 °C (-4 °F to 158 °F)
Design - Connector
Housing Material
Metal
Mechanical Specifications - Connector
Durability
Weight
> 1,000 dB matings without significant variation
0.4 g
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Fiber Optic Filter Attenuators, SC, Flanged
SC, Flanged, 5 dB
Optical Specifications - Connector
Attenuation at 1300 nm Operating Wavelength
Attenuation at 1550 nm Operating Wavelength
Attenuation at 820 nm Operating Wavelength
Attenuation at 632 nm Operating Wavelength
Attenuation Tolerance at 1300 nm
Attenuation Tolerance at 1550 nm
Reflectance
Reflectance, Typical
Polish
Insertion Loss
5 dB
4.3 dB
6.6 dB
7.5 dB
+/- 1.5 dB
+/- 1.5 dB
-15 dB
-17 dB
APC
1 dB ± 0.5 dB
Chemical Characteristics
RoHS
Free of hazardous substances according to RoHS 2002/95/
EG
Ordering Information
Part Number
Product Description
4059740
SC Fiber Optic Filter Attenuators, Flanged
Shipping Information
Units per Delivery
Package Contents
1/1
Attenuator, SC
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