Cisco 15216-ATT-LC-10 Bulk Attenuator - LC Connector 10db

Overview
The Cisco 15216-ATT-LC-10 is a high quality bulk attenuator designed for precise signal level control in fiber optic networks. Featuring a rugged LC connector and a stable 10 dB attenuation, this component helps you manage power budgets, reduce reflections, and protect sensitive equipment from overload. It is built to Cisco standards for reliability and performance, making it ideal for data center, enterprise, and service provider environments.

Key Features

• Fixed attenuation of 10 dB for consistent signal reduction
• LC duplex connector compatible with standard LC patch panels and transceivers
• Compact bulk design for easy integration into cable management systems
• Low insertion loss and high return loss for optimal signal integrity
• Robust construction that meets Cisco environmental specifications
• Suitable for both single mode and multimode fiber applications

Technical Specifications

• Model / Part Number: 15216-ATT-LC-10
• Attenuation: 10 dB +/- 0.5 dB
• Connector Type: LC duplex
• Fiber Type: Single mode and multimode compatible
• Wavelength Range: 1260 nm to 1650 nm
• Insertion Loss: Typical 0.2 dB
• Return Loss: Minimum 55 dB
• Operating Temperature: -40 deg C to +85 deg C
• Storage Temperature: -55 deg C to +100 deg C
• Dimensions: 10 mm x 5 mm x 15 mm (approx.)
• Weight: 5 g (approx.)

Applications

• Power budget management in long haul and metro fiber links
• Signal level adjustment for DWDM and CWDM systems
• Protection of optical transceivers from excessive power
• Testing and calibration of optical equipment
• Mitigation of optical reflections in high density patch panels
• Use in data center interconnects, campus networks, and carrier backbones

By integrating the Cisco 15216-ATT-LC-10 bulk attenuator into your fiber infrastructure, you gain precise control over optical power, improve network reliability, and ensure that your equipment operates within optimal parameters.