MAX-QM+ is an automated interferometer for inspection of single and multi-fiber connectors of MTP®/MPO, ST, FC, SC, LC, MU, E2000™, SMA types as well as MT, MT-RJ ferrules.

High measurement speed, portable design, autofocus and a large field of view with the ability to test 12 or 16 fibers per row have made MAX-QM+ an immensely popular solution for high-volume production lines.

MAX-QM+

for inspection of single and multi-fiber connectors.

™ Software

Start screen

Variety of tasks for all major connector types per IEC/Telcordia industry standards. You may choose to see only active tasks supported by your equipment.

Just press Measure to get the connector focused and measured within several seconds.

Use Express mode for testing large number of connectors. Check the test result on the same screen and proceed to the next connector.

You may open the Summary Report panel to see real-time statistics.

Full Report contains measured geometry parameters. Print or export the report to certify your connector.

Full Report (continued).

Zoomed 2D subtracted image in report

Zoomed 3D surface in report

Specification

System

Measurement technique:

non-contact; Michelson interferometry

Lens:

NA = 0.15; flatness error < λ/50

Illuminator:

green LED (530 nm)

Field of view:

5.6 × 4.2 mm

Lateral resolution:

2.2 µm

Best suitable for connectors/ferrules (PC and APC):

MTP®/MPO, MT, MT16/32, MT-RJ, SMA, SC, FC, ST, LC, MU, E2000™, MIL Spec termini

Maximum image size:

2590 × 1940 px

Magnification:

100× (the digital zoom turned off)

Microscopy Mode:

Focus:

auto and manual

Measurement

Measurement mode:

phase shift and white light

Scanning and calculation speed ¹:

1 sec for single fiber,
3 sec for MT12,
6.9 sec for MT16,
4.9 sec for MT24,
5.7 sec for MT72.

Measurement Range::

ROC (mm): 1 to flat
Apex offset (µm): 0 to 2000
Fiber height⁴ (μm): more than 1000⁵
Angles measurements - full range (degrees): 0 to 28⁶

Repeatability C.F.²:

ROC: 0.9 % (MT12); 0.04 % (SC/PC)
Fiber Height: 0.8 nm (MT12); 0.1 nm (SC/PC)
Angles: 0.005 deg (MT12); 0.0002 deg (SC/PC)
Apex Offset: 0.04 µm (SC/PC)

Repeatability C.R.³:

ROC: 1.2 % (MT12); 0.05 % (SC/PC)
Fiber Height: 1.1 nm (MT12); 0.4 nm (SC/PC)
Angles: 0.01 deg (MT12); 0.006 deg (SC/PC)
Apex Offset: 1.1 µm (SC/PC)

Recommended Environment

Temperature:

+20°... +24°C

Pressure:

700 – 850 mm mercury

Humidity:

5 – 75%, non-condensing

Dimensions and Weight

Weight:

3.8 kg (8.4 lbs)

Dimensions (H × W × L):

103 × 137 × 183 mm (4.06 × 5.39 × 7.2 in)

Power

Power supply:

external, USB 3.0 cable, 12 V DC power adapter

System Requirements

Recommended:

Windows 10, Windows 11
Intel Core i7
4GB RAM or higher
Built-in Intel USB 3.0 controller
Microsoft Excel 2010 or higher

Measurement time may vary depending on computer performance and connector end face shape.
Values were calculated from 30 consecutive measurements without interaction on connector between measurements (connector fixed) and represent one sigma value.
Values were calculated from 30 consecutive measurements with removing and inserting connector between measurements (connector reloaded) and represent one sigma value.
Difference from the highest and lowest points of the scanned object.
<100 µm available by default. >100 µm - for special connectors/tasks (software adjustment required).
Regular fixtures: 0, 8, 9 degrees. Customized fixtures: 0 - 28 degrees.

Kit Contents

MAX-QM+ interferometric system includes:

MAX-QM+ interferometer
USB 3.0 cable
AC adapter
Allen key
Optical flat standard for device verification
Case
MaxInspect™ software license

Fixtures and other accessories should be ordered separately.

Annual Software Maintenance and Support Plan

Purchased with an interferometer

(i) e-mail support for all technical issues relating to the use of the interferometer and the MaxInspect software within one business day of receipt;
(ii) all revisions and updates to the MaxInspect software;
(iii) remote hardware and software demonstration, help desk and video tutorials;
(iv) remote hardware troubleshooting;
(v) providing a loaner unit for the period of repair or calibration (upon availability and if requested).

Extending the Support Plan is optional. If the Support Plan is extended for next year continuously (without a break in support), a 50% discount for the Support Plan applies.