Battery current checker-anyone try one of these?

jiseson · 28th April 2008, 16:55

battery current checker
seems like a nice product

ZTS Multi-Battery Tester™ (MBT-1)

diverreb · 28th April 2008, 18:01

Quote: (Originally Posted by jiseson)

battery current checker
seems like a nice product

ZTS Multi-Battery Tester™ (MBT-1)

Looks like a nice unit, but I'd like to see actual numeric voltage readings rather than a row of lights..... Seems to be the only drawback....

Richie

jiseson · 28th April 2008, 18:37

Quote: (Originally Posted by diverreb)

Looks like a nice unit, but I'd like to see actual numeric voltage readings rather than a row of lights..... Seems to be the only drawback....

Richie

this is the only one i have found -going to buy one and play with it

Actually Indicates Charge Level of NiMH or NiCd Batteries!
Works with 3V and 6V lithium batteries as well.

Click to Enlarge
Product Information
Your Price: $67.77
Code: MBT
Quantity:
Availability: Usually ships the next business day.
ZTS Multibattery Tester
This is truly an amazing battery tester. This is the only tester we have seen that can quickly indicate the charge level on almost any battery. Inexpensive battery checkers can give a good indication of the charge level of alkaline batteries, but the ZTS Multi-Battery Tester can quickly show the charge level of rechargeable NiMh and NiCd batteries as well.
The ZTS Multi-Battery Tester (MBT) can check more than 30 battery types, including the popular NiMH and NiCd rechargeable batteries. Its microprocessor-controlled pulse load test is the most advanced and accurate available. The MBT computes the battery's remaining power capacity (between 10-100%) during each test. It is easy to use - no switches or settings.
Microprocessor controlled pulse load placed on the battery at the time of testing gives a clear reading of the battery charge level. The ZTS-Multi-Battery tester doesn't have the ability to measure battery capacity (ie it won't be able to check if a battery is 1500 mAh or 2000 mAh) since that requires a tester which completely drains the battery over several hours.

Testing Capability:

3.6v Li-Ion rechargeable [RCR123A, 18500, 17650, 18650]
1.5v button cell [S76, A76, A625, A640]
1.2v NiMH/NiCd rechargeable [AA, AAA, C, D]
1.5v lithium [AA L91, AAA L92]
3v lithium coin [1616, 1620, 2016, 2025, 2320, 2032, 2430, 2450, 58L 1/3N]
6v ‘28’ series [28A, S28, 28L]
3v photo lithium [CR123, CR2, CRV3]
1.5v alkaline [AA, AAA, C, D, N]
12v alkaline [A23]
9v alkaline, carbon zinc
Power: 4 AA alkaline (internal)
Dimensions: 7.25 x 4 x 1.25 inches
Weight: approx 8 oz.
Batteries not included.

jiseson · 28th April 2008, 18:38

Quote: (Originally Posted by diverreb)

Looks like a nice unit, but I'd like to see actual numeric voltage readings rather than a row of lights..... Seems to be the only drawback....

Richie

there is a military model-if u prefer olive drab

***ScubaDadMiami*** · 28th April 2008, 21:13

JRadomski, any say about this?

**Dsix36** · 28th April 2008, 21:28

I don't like the idea of a "pulse load" that I have no control over.

There is nothing stated as to the actual amount of load being put to the battery.

How do we know if it is the proper amount (and duration) to resemble the HH under a load?

**sfldiver** · 28th April 2008, 21:40

Quote: (Originally Posted by Dsix36)

I don't like the idea of a "pulse load" that I have no control over.

There is nothing stated as to the actual amount of load being put to the battery.

How do we know if it is the proper amount (and duration) to resemble the HH under a load?

Don, when is the Dsix Industries Battery Tester being released for sale to the general public?

jiseson · 28th April 2008, 23:03

Quote: (Originally Posted by Dsix36)

I don't like the idea of a "pulse load" that I have no control over.

There is nothing stated as to the actual amount of load being put to the battery.

How do we know if it is the proper amount (and duration) to resemble the HH under a load?

don't knock it-it might feel good.

Steve-M · 26th June 2008, 20:37

I've got a smaller & much cheaper version of this...from the same company. This one
ZTS Mini Multi-Battery Tester™ (MINI-MBT)
It's a great gadget and I use it all the time... If I lost it then I would immediately buy a replacement. What more can I say ??

Quote: (Originally Posted by jiseson)

this is the only one i have found -going to buy one and play with it

Actually Indicates Charge Level of NiMH or NiCd Batteries!
Works with 3V and 6V lithium batteries as well.

Click to Enlarge
Product Information
Your Price: $67.77
Code: MBT
Quantity:
Availability: Usually ships the next business day.
ZTS Multibattery Tester
This is truly an amazing battery tester. This is the only tester we have seen that can quickly indicate the charge level on almost any battery. Inexpensive battery checkers can give a good indication of the charge level of alkaline batteries, but the ZTS Multi-Battery Tester can quickly show the charge level of rechargeable NiMh and NiCd batteries as well.
The ZTS Multi-Battery Tester (MBT) can check more than 30 battery types, including the popular NiMH and NiCd rechargeable batteries. Its microprocessor-controlled pulse load test is the most advanced and accurate available. The MBT computes the battery's remaining power capacity (between 10-100%) during each test. It is easy to use - no switches or settings.
Microprocessor controlled pulse load placed on the battery at the time of testing gives a clear reading of the battery charge level. The ZTS-Multi-Battery tester doesn't have the ability to measure battery capacity (ie it won't be able to check if a battery is 1500 mAh or 2000 mAh) since that requires a tester which completely drains the battery over several hours.

Testing Capability:

3.6v Li-Ion rechargeable [RCR123A, 18500, 17650, 18650]
1.5v button cell [S76, A76, A625, A640]
1.2v NiMH/NiCd rechargeable [AA, AAA, C, D]
1.5v lithium [AA L91, AAA L92]
3v lithium coin [1616, 1620, 2016, 2025, 2320, 2032, 2430, 2450, 58L 1/3N]
6v ‘28’ series [28A, S28, 28L]
3v photo lithium [CR123, CR2, CRV3]
1.5v alkaline [AA, AAA, C, D, N]
12v alkaline [A23]
9v alkaline, carbon zinc
Power: 4 AA alkaline (internal)
Dimensions: 7.25 x 4 x 1.25 inches
Weight: approx 8 oz.
Batteries not included.

jiseson · 26th June 2008, 21:32

Quote: (Originally Posted by Steve-M)

I've got a smaller & much cheaper version of this...from the same company. This one
ZTS Mini Multi-Battery Tester™ (MINI-MBT)
It's a great gadget and I use it all the time... If I lost it then I would immediately buy a replacement. What more can I say ??

i like it -not sure what pulse load it does put on the battery -but at least i can get some indication if ok
also it does not have a button for 3.6 volt AA size- so i am not sure if say the spot for 1.5v Lithiums is a real test of anything.

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28th April 2008, 18:37	#3 (permalink)
jiseson DSIX/O2PTIMA Current Rebreather/s: Optima Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: long island,ny Posts: 503	Re: Battery current checker-anyone try one of these? Quote: (Originally Posted by diverreb) Looks like a nice unit, but I'd like to see actual numeric voltage readings rather than a row of lights..... Seems to be the only drawback.... Richie this is the only one i have found -going to buy one and play with it Actually Indicates Charge Level of NiMH or NiCd Batteries! Works with 3V and 6V lithium batteries as well. Click to Enlarge Product Information Your Price: $67.77 Code: MBT Quantity: Availability: Usually ships the next business day. ZTS Multibattery Tester This is truly an amazing battery tester. This is the only tester we have seen that can quickly indicate the charge level on almost any battery. Inexpensive battery checkers can give a good indication of the charge level of alkaline batteries, but the ZTS Multi-Battery Tester can quickly show the charge level of rechargeable NiMh and NiCd batteries as well. The ZTS Multi-Battery Tester (MBT) can check more than 30 battery types, including the popular NiMH and NiCd rechargeable batteries. Its microprocessor-controlled pulse load test is the most advanced and accurate available. The MBT computes the battery's remaining power capacity (between 10-100%) during each test. It is easy to use - no switches or settings. Microprocessor controlled pulse load placed on the battery at the time of testing gives a clear reading of the battery charge level. The ZTS-Multi-Battery tester doesn't have the ability to measure battery capacity (ie it won't be able to check if a battery is 1500 mAh or 2000 mAh) since that requires a tester which completely drains the battery over several hours. Testing Capability: 3.6v Li-Ion rechargeable [RCR123A, 18500, 17650, 18650] 1.5v button cell [S76, A76, A625, A640] 1.2v NiMH/NiCd rechargeable [AA, AAA, C, D] 1.5v lithium [AA L91, AAA L92] 3v lithium coin [1616, 1620, 2016, 2025, 2320, 2032, 2430, 2450, 58L 1/3N] 6v ‘28’ series [28A, S28, 28L] 3v photo lithium [CR123, CR2, CRV3] 1.5v alkaline [AA, AAA, C, D, N] 12v alkaline [A23] 9v alkaline, carbon zinc Power: 4 AA alkaline (internal) Dimensions: 7.25 x 4 x 1.25 inches Weight: approx 8 oz. Batteries not included. __________________ *Jonathan D Iseson*
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jiseson DSIX/O2PTIMA Current Rebreather/s: Optima Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: long island,ny Posts: 503	Re: Battery current checker-anyone try one of these? Quote: (Originally Posted by diverreb) Looks like a nice unit, but I'd like to see actual numeric voltage readings rather than a row of lights..... Seems to be the only drawback.... Richie there is a military model-if u prefer olive drab __________________ *Jonathan D Iseson*
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jiseson DSIX/O2PTIMA Current Rebreather/s: Optima Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: long island,ny Posts: 503	Re: Battery current checker-anyone try one of these? Quote: (Originally Posted by Dsix36) I don't like the idea of a "pulse load" that I have no control over. There is nothing stated as to the actual amount of load being put to the battery. How do we know if it is the proper amount (and duration) to resemble the HH under a load? don't knock it-it might feel good. __________________ *Jonathan D Iseson*
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Steve-M New Member Current Rebreather/s: Evolution Sport Kiss Other Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Inspiration Vision Prism Topaz Classic Kiss MK 15.X Ouroboros Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Liverpool Posts: 35	Re: Battery current checker-anyone try one of these? I've got a smaller & much cheaper version of this...from the same company. This one ZTS Mini Multi-Battery Tester™ (MINI-MBT) It's a great gadget and I use it all the time... If I lost it then I would immediately buy a replacement. What more can I say ?? Quote: (Originally Posted by jiseson) this is the only one i have found -going to buy one and play with it Actually Indicates Charge Level of NiMH or NiCd Batteries! Works with 3V and 6V lithium batteries as well. Click to Enlarge Product Information Your Price: $67.77 Code: MBT Quantity: Availability: Usually ships the next business day. ZTS Multibattery Tester This is truly an amazing battery tester. This is the only tester we have seen that can quickly indicate the charge level on almost any battery. Inexpensive battery checkers can give a good indication of the charge level of alkaline batteries, but the ZTS Multi-Battery Tester can quickly show the charge level of rechargeable NiMh and NiCd batteries as well. The ZTS Multi-Battery Tester (MBT) can check more than 30 battery types, including the popular NiMH and NiCd rechargeable batteries. Its microprocessor-controlled pulse load test is the most advanced and accurate available. The MBT computes the battery's remaining power capacity (between 10-100%) during each test. It is easy to use - no switches or settings. Microprocessor controlled pulse load placed on the battery at the time of testing gives a clear reading of the battery charge level. The ZTS-Multi-Battery tester doesn't have the ability to measure battery capacity (ie it won't be able to check if a battery is 1500 mAh or 2000 mAh) since that requires a tester which completely drains the battery over several hours. Testing Capability: 3.6v Li-Ion rechargeable [RCR123A, 18500, 17650, 18650] 1.5v button cell [S76, A76, A625, A640] 1.2v NiMH/NiCd rechargeable [AA, AAA, C, D] 1.5v lithium [AA L91, AAA L92] 3v lithium coin [1616, 1620, 2016, 2025, 2320, 2032, 2430, 2450, 58L 1/3N] 6v ‘28’ series [28A, S28, 28L] 3v photo lithium [CR123, CR2, CRV3] 1.5v alkaline [AA, AAA, C, D, N] 12v alkaline [A23] 9v alkaline, carbon zinc Power: 4 AA alkaline (internal) Dimensions: 7.25 x 4 x 1.25 inches Weight: approx 8 oz. Batteries not included. __________________ Steve-M
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jiseson DSIX/O2PTIMA Current Rebreather/s: Optima Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: long island,ny Posts: 503	Re: Battery current checker-anyone try one of these? Quote: (Originally Posted by Steve-M) I've got a smaller & much cheaper version of this...from the same company. This one ZTS Mini Multi-Battery Tester™ (MINI-MBT) It's a great gadget and I use it all the time... If I lost it then I would immediately buy a replacement. What more can I say ?? i like it -not sure what pulse load it does put on the battery -but at least i can get some indication if ok also it does not have a button for 3.6 volt AA size- so i am not sure if say the spot for 1.5v Lithiums is a real test of anything. __________________ *Jonathan D Iseson*
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