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.