MAX-QS+ is a white-light and phase-shift interferometer for inspection of single fiber ST, FC, SC, LC, MU, E2000™ (PC and APC), small format multi-fiber MT-RJ (PC and APC), SMA and special connectors. MAX-QS+ features portable design, autofocus, 100 micron scan range for fiber height and resolution of 1.1 micron.

The device connects to a laptop or desktop computer via USB 3.0 cable and 12V DC power adapter.

MAX-QS+ is supplied with the industry-leading MaxInspect™ software for interferometric inspection of fiber optic connectors.

MAX-QS+

for inspection of single fiber connectors with anomalies detection.

Geometry measurement and anomalies detection at once.

More than 1000 micron scan range for fiber height

Accurately inspect ferrule surfaces with large discontinuities and special connectors.

Combined anomalies detection and geometry testing

Speed up inspection and increase work efficiency.

Interactive 2D and 3D surface profiles

Rotate, zoom, scale images to explore surface details as small as 1.1 μm.

Fast measurements

Measure a single fiber connector in 2 seconds or less.

Autofocus

Minimize operator's actions to just one click.

Microscopy mode

Visually inspect connector end face prior to measurement.

Express Mode reporting

Save time testing large quantities of connectors in Express Mode.

Factory precision-aligned fixtures

Be free of the necessity to calibrate your fixtures before each use or when changing between fixtures.

Annual Software Maintenance and Support Plan

E-mail support for all technical issues, all revisions and updates to the MaxInspect software, remote hardware troubleshooting, help desk and video tutorials.

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Compliance to industry standards

Test per IEC, Telcordia or your own Pass/Fail criteria.

Data-base connectivity

Store measurement data from all local sites in one place and easily integrate Sumix equipment into your manufacturing systems.

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™ 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.

Zoomed 2D subtracted image in report

Zoomed 3D surface in report

Specification

System

Measurement technique:

non-contact; Michelson interferometry

Lens:

NA = 0.25; flatness error < λ/50

Illuminator:

green LED (530 nm)

Field of view:

1.1 × 0.9 mm

Lateral resolution:

1.1 µm

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

SC, FC, ST, LC, MU, E2000™, SMA, MT-RJ

Maximum image size:

2590 × 1940 px

Magnification:

500× (the digital zoom turned off)

Microscopy Mode:

Yes

Focus:

autofocus and manual

Measurement

Measurement mode:

phase shift and white light

Scanning and calculation speed ¹:

2 sec (64 MHz, standard single fiber connector)

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: 0.1 %
Fiber Height: 0.1 nm
Angles: 0.0002 deg
Apex Offset: 0.08 µm

Repeatability C.R.³:

ROC: 0.16 %
Fiber Height: 0.4 nm
Angles: 0.006 deg
Apex Offset: 0.8 µm

Recommended Environment

Temperature:

+20°... +24°C

Pressure:

700 – 850 mm mercury

Humidity:

5 – 75%, non-condensing

Dimensions and Weight

Weight:

3.9 kg (8.6 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.

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.

Samples

Variety of tasks for all major connector types per IEC/Telcordia industry standards.

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

Check the test result on the same screen and proceed to the next connector.

Full Report contains measured geometry parameters.

Open the Summary Report panel to see real-time statistics.

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Zoomed 3D surface in report

Result browser

LC-APC connector geometry measurement

SC-APC connector geometry measurement

E2000 is a trademark of Diamond SA.
MTP is a registered trademark of US Conec Ltd.
CS is a registered trademark of Senko Advanced Components Inc.