COMWAY MAX-600-M3 — Professional Handheld OTDR for PON, FTTH & Backbone Testing
The COMWAY MAX-600-M3 is a professional-grade handheld OTDR featuring a large 7-inch full touchscreen, triple-wavelength testing (1310/1550/1625nm), and an impressive 39/38dB dynamic range. Designed for PON network testing, FTTH commissioning, and backbone fiber characterization, the MAX-600-M3 combines tablet-inspired usability with field-proven optical performance.
🔑 Key Features
- Triple Wavelength: 1310/1550nm + Live 1625nm — Test active PON networks without service interruption
- Dynamic Range: 39/38dB (1310/1550nm) | 38dB (1625nm) — Covers long-haul and access network distances
- Minimum Event Dead Zone: 0.8m — Detect closely spaced events with precision
- 7-Inch Full Touchscreen — Large, clear display for easy trace analysis
- 12-Hour Operating Time — Full-day testing without recharging
- Built-in VFL, OPM & Light Source — All-in-one fiber test solution
- Optional Fiber Inspection Probe — Connector end-face inspection on the same device
- Tablet-Inspired UI/UX — Intuitive, professional interface
- Available in SC/APC, FC/APC, SC/UPC, FC/UPC
📐 Technical Specifications
- Wavelengths: 1310nm / 1550nm / 1625nm (live)
- Dynamic Range: 39/38dB (1310/1550) | 38dB (1625)
- Event Dead Zone: ≥0.8m
- Display: 7-inch Full Touchscreen
- Battery Life: 12 hours
- Additional Functions: VFL, OPM, Light Source, Fiber Inspection Probe (optional)
- Connector Options: SC/APC | FC/APC | SC/UPC | FC/UPC
🏗️ Ideal Applications
PON network testing (EPON/GPON) · FTTH/FTTB commissioning · Backbone fiber characterization · Fault location and troubleshooting · Telecom network acceptance testing
✅ FAQ
Q1: What wavelengths does the COMWAY MAX-600-M3 support?
A: The MAX-600-M3 supports 1310nm, 1550nm, and live 1625nm wavelengths, allowing you
to test active PON networks at 1625nm without disrupting live traffic on 1490/1550nm.
Q2: What is the dynamic range of the MAX-600-M3 and what distance can it test?
A: With a dynamic range of 39/38dB at 1310/1550nm, the MAX-600-M3 can test fiber spans
of up to 130km+ depending on fiber quality and splice loss, covering both access and
long-haul network segments.
Q3: What is an event dead zone and why does 0.8m matter?
A: The event dead zone is the minimum distance after a reflective event (like a connector)
where the OTDR can detect another event. At 0.8m, the MAX-600-M3 can identify closely
spaced splices and connectors that lower-spec OTDRs would miss.
Q4: Can the MAX-600-M3 test live PON networks?
A: Yes. The 1625nm live fiber testing wavelength allows you to perform OTDR measurements
on active GPON/EPON networks without interrupting customer services.
Q5: What connector types are available for the MAX-600-M3?
A: Available in SC/APC, FC/APC, SC/UPC, and FC/UPC — select your preferred connector
type at checkout.
Q6: Does the MAX-600-M3 include a power meter and VFL?
A: Yes. The MAX-600-M3 includes built-in VFL (Visual Fault Locator), optical power meter
(OPM), and light source. An optional fiber inspection probe is also available.
Customer Reviews
Order placed on 2/06, arrived on 11/06. Already worked with this model which is perfectly suitable for small jobs. Arrived complete and in perfect condition. Already tested this afternoon with the OTDR, VFL, and OPM, everything is fine. I recommend it.
COMWAY MAX-600-M3 Handheld OTDR | 1310/1550,Living 1625nm, 39/38,38dB, 7" Touch, PON Ready
Fast delivery and the device is as described, it works very well for single-mode fibers and RJ45 cables.
Very happy with my purchase.
Thank you
very good service arrived in a week