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 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.