DiCon GP700 Variable Attenuator Plug In Module PA-8-62-SC
DiCon GP700 Variable Attenuator Plug In Module PA-8-62-SC,Programmable optical attenuator with SC interfaces offering 0-60dB range. Delivers precise power control with high stability and fast switching for accurate optical power management in test systems and network installations.
- Model
- DiCon PA-8-62-SC
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $80
- Status
- In stock
- RFQ ref
- PA-8-62-SC
This unit
The DiCon GP700 Variable Attenuator Plug-In Module PA-8-62-SC delivers precise optical power control within the GP700 Programmable Fiberoptic Instrument or GP700M Modular Platform. This SC-connectorized module enables dynamic attenuation of optical signals across 62.5/125 µm multimode fiber, supporting complex optical test and network applications that demand repeatable, accurate signal conditioning.
Technical Specifications
Attenuation Performance- Tuning resolution: 0.01 dB maximum
- Tuning speed: 50 ms minimum to 1400 ms maximum
- Excess loss: 0.8 dB (typical), 1.3 dB (maximum)
- Flatness: ±0.1 dB maximum
- Polarization dependent loss (PDL): 0.2 dB maximum
- Back reflection: -20 dB maximum (50 µm/62.5 µm fiber)
- Repeatability: ±0.1 dB maximum (50 µm/62.5 µm fiber)
- Absolute accuracy: ±0.1 dB maximum (0–20 dB attenuation range) Optical Interfaces
- Connector type: SC
- Fiber compatibility: 62.5/125 µm multimode Electrical (GP700 Chassis)
- Input voltage: 100 VAC to 240 VAC
- Maximum power consumption: 150 W
- Fuse: 2 A (typical)
- AC input leakage current: 3.5 mA maximum
Key Features
- 0.01 dB tuning resolution for fine-grained power adjustment
- Low excess loss (0.8 dB typical) minimizes insertion effects
- Fast settling: 50 ms minimum response time
- Excellent flatness and PDL performance across the operating range
- ±0.1 dB repeatability ensures consistent measurements
- Drop-in compatibility with existing GP700 system infrastructure
Typical Applications
- Optical component characterization and power level verification
- Fiber optic network testing and commissioning
- Signal conditioning in automated test setups
- Dynamic optical path loss simulation
- Repeatable attenuation calibration and validation
Compatibility & Integration Installs directly into any GP700 or GP700M chassis. Control via manual adjustment, IEEE 488.2 (GPIB), or RS-232 interfaces enables integration into standalone or networked test environments.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Voltage / Current Range | 100–240 VAC, 3.5 mA max leakage |
DiCon PA-8-62-SC — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the DiCon PA-8-62-SC. Calibration covers attenuation accuracy at 5 or more set values across the full range (0 to rated maximum dB), attenuation linearity, wavelength-dependent attenuation at 1310 nm, 1490 nm, and 1550 nm, insertion loss at minimum attenuation (0 dB position), and polarization-dependent loss (PDL) where applicable. All calibrations ship with a NIST-traceable certificate. Turnaround is typically 1–3 business days after receipt.
Common DiCon PA-8-62-SC faults: motor and gear mechanism wear (attenuation steps or loss of smooth control), optical port contamination, EEPROM calibration data corruption. Most common faults are motor or gear mechanism wear on variable attenuators causing attenuation steps or loss of smooth control, optical port contamination reducing dynamic range, and EEPROM calibration data corruption on digitally controlled models.
DiCon PA-8-62-SC price
This DiCon PA-8-62-SC is listed at $80. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
DiCon PA-8-62-SC calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the DiCon PA-8-62-SC is $450 (standard — pass/fail certificate and calibration sticker) or $650 (full measured data at every test point, reference standards documented, traceability chain included). Calibration for this instrument covers attenuation accuracy at 5 or more set values across the full range (0 to rated maximum dB), attenuation linearity, wavelength-dependent attenuation at 1310 nm, 1490 nm, and 1550 nm, insertion loss at minimum attenuation (0 dB position), and polarization-dependent loss (PDL) where applicable. Turnaround is 1 to 3 business days after receipt. See full calibration details →
