Optical Attenuators

The Noyes SVA 1 Single-mode Variable Attenuator from AFL Telecommunications advances fiber optic field testing by offering superior performance in a low cost hand-held package. Utilizing a simplified, industry accepted attenuation technique, the innovative design of the SVA 1 offers superior resolution across the entire 60 dB dynamic range. In ...more

The MN9605C is a high-precision optical attenuator designed for use with single mode optical fibers. A combined step attenuator and continuous attenuator permit highly accurate attenuation adjustment. ...more

The MN938A can set attenuation in a range of 0 to 60 dB in 0.1 dB steps. Two wavelengths can be selected. As the MN938A is provided with GPIB as standard, it can be used in a variety of automatic measuring systems for development, production, and inspection. A rotary encoder permits attenuation to be set smoothly even when used manually.  ...more

The Pritchard Tele/Micro Photometer, still the proven leader in precision photometric/colorimetric light measuring instruments. It features the patented Pritchard Optical System with built in attenuators, polarizers, colorimetry filters and field apertures interchangeable from 2 arc minutes to 3 degrees. Many special apertures are also available. ...more

The FIBERPRO s VOA is a compact variable optical attenuator that provides low insertion loss, a small footprint and extremely high reliability. Based on polymer planar lightwave circuit (PPLC) technology and the unique operation principle, it delivers more than 30 dB of dynamic attenuation range with less than 15 mW of power consumption per channel ...more

The BeamProfiler consists of three distinct modules: the Laser Sensor, the Image Capture Card, and the Software. The laser sensor is a compact measurement head comprising a silicon detector array and a variable attenuator. Several different arrays are available. Output from the unit is standard video (RS170 or CCIR). Every aspect of the optical ...more

Power Meter. LaserCheck is an inexpensive, hand-held laser power meter that displays measurements on a built-in LCD screen. It is a small, lightweight, self-contained package that can easily be stored in a pocket or tool kit. LaserCheck is micro-processor controlled with wavelength correction, auto-ranging (µW or mW displayed), power overload ...more

Trend's Optical Attenuator provides configurable, precise attenuation to optical links from 2 dB to 60 dB. This tool perfectly complements any tester for optical networks, and it is useful for link simulation and optical margin testing. ...more

The FOTOTECHNIC series GS-01, 1310/1550nm singlemode optical attenuator is a handy device in applications in which a reduction is power is required, in EDFA measurements for instance. Other applications can be found in simulating a long fiberlink. The GS-01attenuator is a fully passive device and does not require an power source. ...more

The 330A variable single-mode attenuator allows for quick optical power adjustments when performing fiber optic tests and measurements ...more

The front of the attenuator is a male plug connector style, allowing the attenuators to be plugged directly into receiver equipment or adaptors in patchpanels.The rear is a female socket adaptor allowing a patch cord to be mated into the back of the attenuator. The attenuators are available in SM/MM SC, FC or ST, LC & LC short body, MU wit ...more

The Noyes VOA 5-MM (multimode) and VOA 5-SM (single-mode) from AFL Telecommunications are hand-held, field-rugged variable optical attenuators suited for a wide range of fiber link certification and production test applications. The VOA 5 can be operated under local control (front panel keypad) or from a PC via a serial link using the supplied ...more

Variable attenuators from Timbercon produce precision levels of attenuation, with the added flexibility of adjustment. By using simple adjustment controls, the attenuation can be easily modified to any level required by your specific project. These devices are ideal for adjusting OEM systems in production as well as laboratory applications. ...more

The Opto-Electronics model RLM10 is designed to measure Return Loss and Insertion Loss of single-mode, fiber-optical components such as fiber cable and patch cords, as well as passive components, e.g., isolators, switches, attenuators, etc. ...more

The 338A variable single-mode attenuator allows for quick optical power adjustments when performing fiber optic tests and measurements ...more

In-Line Fixed Attenuators are mainly used for adjusting the Optical Power to a desired level. We manufacture our attenuators with various specifications such as different connector types or end face configurations. The Attenuation Level in dB ranges from 0dB to 25 dB at intervals of 0.5 dB. ...more

OZ Optics Ltd. introduces a MEMS based variable optical attenuator (VOA) in a fast, low cost miniature package. The attenuators are available either in individual units or as an integrated array of separate attenuators, each with independent continuous control. The attenuation is controlled by a simple analog voltage input signal ...more

The JDSU Agile Optical Components family includes modulators, switches, attenuators and tunable filters. These products provide the basis for spectrally efficient DWDM transmission utilizing dispersion tolerant modulation, channel monitoring, wavelength switching, remote power control and dynamic channel selection.  ...more

The JDSU variable slope attenuator (VSA) equalizes uneven gain profiles inherent to the use of optical amplifiers. The VSA is Telcordia GR 1209 and 1221 compliant and uses hermetic sealing for increased resistance to environmental extremes. It is available in low contrast and high contrast variants, and offers excellent positive or negative sl ...more

The JDSU fused fiber attenuator is a compact, fused component that decreases optical power in telecommunications equipment, passive telephony, or cable television (CATV) networks and test equipment. ...more

The FOD 5418, 5419, 5420 Variable Optical Attenuators are designed for singlemode application at 1310 and 1550 nm or multimode application at 850 and 1300 nm. They allow variable attenuation settings in range from 0 to 80 dB with resolution 0.05 dB. ...more

The JDSU variable slope attenuator (VSA) equalizes uneven gain profiles inherent to the use of optical amplifiers. The VSA is Telcordia GR 1209 and 1221 compliant and uses hermetic sealing for increased resistance to environmental extremes. ...more

The JDSU 10 Gb/s Integrated Amplitude Modulator with Attenuator provides intrinsic attenuation flexibility for multichannel systems. The module employs an integrated attenuator that allows pre-emphasis of all International Telecommunications Union (ITU) wavelengths in a dense wavelength division multiplexing (DWDM) optical link. ...more

The FOD 5418, 5419, 5420 Variable Optical Attenuators are designed for singlemode application at 1310 and 1550 nm or multimode application at 850 and 1300 nm. They allow variable attenuation settings in range from 0 to 80 dB with resolution 0.05 dB. ...more

The JDSU Agile Optical Components family includes modulators, switches, attenuators and tunable filters. These products provide the basis for spectrally efficient DWDM transmission utilizing dispersion tolerant modulation, channel monitoring, wavelength switching, remote power control and dynamic channel selection.  ...more