Mx Fc-pc / Fc-pc (fe-fe) Attenuator Mx-2180A 3DB,15DB

The MX FC/PC / FC/PC (Fe-Fe) Attenuator MX-2180A (available in 3dB and 15dB options) is a high-performance optical attenuator designed to provide precise signal attenuation in fiber optic systems. It is ideal for controlling the signal strength in various fiber optic applications, ensuring optimal performance and reducing signal degradation in telecommunication and data transmission networks.

Key Features and Specifications:

1. Attenuation Levels: The MX-2180A Attenuator offers attenuation levels of 3dB and 15dB, providing users with precise control over the strength of the optical signal. The attenuation levels are adjustable with tolerances of:

   • 0.5dB for 1-9dB.
   • 5% tolerance for 10-20dB. This flexibility allows you to fine-tune the signal to match your system’s requirements.

2. Attenuation Tolerance:

   • 1-9dB: The tolerance is 0.5dB, offering high precision.
   • 10-20dB: The tolerance is 5%, ensuring accuracy across a broader range of attenuation. This level of precision is critical in applications where exact control of optical power is required.

3. Back Reflection: The MX-2180A Attenuator is designed to minimize back reflection, which can interfere with signal integrity. The back reflection is specified as:

   • <=50dB for PC (Physical Contact) connectors.
   • <=60dB for APC (Angled Physical Contact) connectors. Low back reflection helps maintain the clarity and quality of the transmitted signal, reducing the chances of interference or data loss.

4. Polarization Dependent Loss (PDL): This attenuator features a low polarization dependent loss (PDL) of <=0.5dB, ensuring that variations in the polarization of the optical signal do not significantly affect the performance of the attenuator. This is important in systems where polarization changes can occur, ensuring stable and consistent performance.

5. Operating Temperature: The MX-2180A is designed to function effectively in a wide range of environmental conditions, with an operating temperature range of -20°C to 70°C. This ensures reliable performance in both controlled environments and more extreme temperatures, making it suitable for outdoor or industrial applications.

6. Storage Temperature: The attenuator can be stored in temperatures ranging from -40°C to 80°C, providing flexibility for use in various storage conditions without compromising the device’s reliability and performance.

7. Low Back Reflection: The MX Attenuator features low back reflection, which improves overall signal quality. This is particularly important in high-performance fiber optic systems where signal degradation from back reflections can lead to data loss or communication errors.

8. High Power Endurance: Designed to handle high-power optical signals, the MX-2180A Attenuator provides high power endurance, ensuring that it remains effective even in high-power environments where other attenuators might fail.

9. Wavelength Independence: The MX-2180A is wavelength independent, meaning it works efficiently across a wide range of wavelengths without affecting its performance. This feature ensures the attenuator can be used in diverse optical systems that operate at different wavelengths, making it versatile for various applications.

10. Low PDL: The MX Attenuator has low PDL (Polarization Dependent Loss) of <=0.5dB, which ensures that changes in the polarization state of light passing through the device do not significantly affect its performance. This characteristic is crucial for maintaining consistent signal quality across varying conditions.

11. Precise Control of Attenuation Range: With its ability to precisely control attenuation levels, the MX-2180A provides users with the flexibility needed to fine-tune optical power in the system. This is particularly useful for applications where maintaining a specific signal strength is critical for system performance.

12. Simple Manipulation: The MX FC/PC Attenuator is designed for easy and straightforward use, allowing users to quickly adjust the attenuation without complicated setup procedures. Its simple design makes it suitable for a wide range of users, from technicians to engineers working in fiber optic systems.

Applications:

• Fiber Optic Communication Systems:
  The MX-2180A Attenuator is ideal for managing signal strength in fiber optic communication systems. It ensures that the optical signal is at the desired power level, preventing signal overload or degradation.

• Telecommunications Networks:
  This attenuator is widely used in telecommunications networks to optimize the signal strength across long-distance fiber optic links. It helps improve signal quality and reduce the potential for data loss.

• Data Centers:
  In data centers, the MX-2180A helps control signal attenuation in high-speed fiber optic links, ensuring reliable data transmission and system performance.

• Testing and Calibration:
  The MX Attenuator is also used in fiber optic testing and calibration, where precise control over optical power is necessary to simulate real-world conditions and test system performance.

• Research and Development:
  Researchers working on fiber optic technology can benefit from the MX FC/PC Attenuator for their experiments, as it offers precise control over the optical signal, which is essential for accurate testing and development.

Durability and Performance:

The MX-2180A Attenuator is built for long-lasting durability and consistent performance. It is designed to handle high power and a range of environmental conditions, ensuring that it remains effective in both routine and demanding applications. The low back reflection, wavelength independence, and low PDL ensure that it can maintain the integrity of the signal while providing reliable attenuation over time.

Conclusion:

The MX FC/PC / FC/PC (Fe-Fe) Attenuator MX-2180A is a high-quality, versatile, and reliable solution for managing optical signal strength in fiber optic systems. With its precise attenuation control, low back reflection, and high power endurance, it is an ideal choice for applications in telecommunications, data centers, fiber optic testing, and R&D. Whether you need 3dB or 15dB attenuation, the MX-2180A provides consistent, stable performance, ensuring high-quality transmission in all conditions.