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# Tektronix OA5012 Optical Attenuator and TM5000 Power Module

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## Summary

- Manufacturer: Tektronix
- Model: OA5012
- Condition: Used and in Good Condition
- Price: $750.00 USD
- Availability: In stock, 1 available
- Warranty: 1-Year Warranty with 30-Day Return Guarantee
- ITAR restricted: No
- Shipping weight: 5 lb, estimated
- Shipping dimensions: 20X20X6 in, estimated

## Categories

- Industrial Systems Equipment > Sensors and Transducers (primary)

## Details

This unit has bent knobs and some cosmetic damage to its chassis.

Fiber Type: multimode, 50/125 µm

Optical Interface: FC/PC

View Photo of bent knobs.

## Function

Variable optical attenuation system for multimode fiber optic signals operating with 50/125 µm fiber core/cladding dimensions. Provides precision optical power level adjustment through FC/PC fiber connectors for signal conditioning, receiver sensitivity testing, and dynamic range measurements. Integrates into TM5000 mainframe platform for power supply and control interface. Features manual attenuation control via rotary knobs for real-time signal level adjustment. Common applications include fiber optic link budget testing, optical receiver characterization, signal level calibration, and troubleshooting multimode fiber communication systems in laboratory and field environments.

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