Dicon PS-12-4-9-13/15-SC-Z
The Dicon PS-12-4-9-13/15-SC-Z is a fixed fiber optic attenuator with an SC connector. It is designed to reduce the power of an optical signal by a specific amount, in decibels (dB). This attenuator is commonly used in telecommunications and fiber optic networks to optimize signal levels and prevent receiver overload.
- Model
- DiCon PS-12-4-9-13/15-SC-Z
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $950
- Status
- In stock
- RFQ ref
- PS-12-4-9-13/15-SC-Z
This unit
The Dicon PS-12-4-9-13/15-SC-Z is a fixed fiber optic attenuator employing MEMS technology to reduce optical signal power by a specified decibel value. Housed in a cylindrical form factor with SC connector, it operates as a non-latching device requiring 0–7 VDC drive voltage with maximum power consumption of 20 µW. The attenuator integrates into telecommunications and fiber optic networks for signal optimization, receiver protection, and power level management across multiple wavelength bands.
Technical Specifications
Technology: MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical System)
Connector Type: SC
Actuation: Non-latching
DC Drive Voltage: 0–7 VDC
Voltage Damage Threshold: 10 VDC maximum
Power Consumption: 20 µW maximum
Resistance: 2 MΩ minimum
Operating Wavelength: Supports 1310 nm and 1550 nm
Insertion Loss: 0.6 dB maximum
Housing: Cylindrical
Key Features
MEMS-based attenuation mechanism enables low power consumption and compact form factor
Non-latching operation allows dynamic voltage control within 0–7 VDC range
Superior wavelength-dependent loss flatness across the 1310/1550 nm bands
Dual-wavelength support (13/15 designation) eliminates need for separate components in multi-band systems
Maximum input voltage protection at 10 VDC prevents component damage from overvoltage transients
Typical Applications
Optical Add-Drop Multiplexers (OADMs)
Multiplexer/Demultiplexer (MUX/DMUX) channels
Band and channel equalizers
Optical cross-connect systems
Line card and transponder input power adjustment
Erbium-Doped Fiber Amplifier (EDFA) power conditioning
Compatibility & Integration The SC connector interface and cylindrical housing integrate directly into standard rack-mount optical equipment and test platforms. Non-latching actuation enables integration with microcontroller and analog voltage control systems operating within the 0–7 VDC specification.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Voltage / Current Range | 0–7 VDC drive |
| 20 µW maximum power | Wavelength Range | 1310 nm and 1550 nm |
DiCon PS-12-4-9-13/15-SC-Z — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the DiCon PS-12-4-9-13/15-SC-Z. 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 PS-12-4-9-13/15-SC-Z 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 PS-12-4-9-13/15-SC-Z price
This DiCon PS-12-4-9-13/15-SC-Z is listed at $950. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
DiCon PS-12-4-9-13/15-SC-Z calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the DiCon PS-12-4-9-13/15-SC-Z 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 →
