The first hand-held Battery Tester that reads Capacity
Batteries have a habit of running out of power at the worst moment. The Spectro CA-12 removes the battery guessing game.
Reads capacity and state-of-chargeTests battery in 15 seconds Identifies hidden battery faultsPrints reports, interfaces with PC
The secret of runtime lies in capacity; it defines the energy a battery can store. Until now, capacity could only be measured with a full discharge/charge cycle. This procedure is time consuming and wears the battery down.
Cadex has developed a battery tester that can read battery capacity in 15 seconds. The Spectro CA-12 is based on multi-model electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (Spectro™), a technology that opens the door to an entirely new way of battery testing
Most battery testers are based on DC load or single-frequency AC. While these systems are able to read
battery conductivity, capacity remains unknown.
Spectro™ is capable of measuring capacity, the most critical health indicator of a battery. To complete the puzzle, the CA-12 also reads state-of-charge (SoC) and impedance (Z).
Older technologies were unable to crunch large amount of data. The CA-12 uses a powerful
digital signal processor that completes 40 million transactions to calculate the test result.
Ease-of-Use
Simply connect the Spectro CA-12 to a sing battery and read the results. The batteries don’t need to be fully charged or disconnected.
The CA-12 shows the results in numeric and graphic format. In cart mode, the unit displays the capacity and SoC of individual batteries.
The CA-12 shows the results in numeric and graphic format. In cart mode, the unit displays the capacity and SoC of individual batteries.
- Fast: Spectro™ makes discharge cycles redundant. A 15-second test enables more frequent battery checks. This enhances reliability and minimizes unexpected down time.
- Safe: The non-invasive test does not generate heat, sparks or fumes. No cool-down is needed for continued use.
- Simple: Requires minimal technical knowledge. Reverse polarity protection safeguards against misuse; rubberized housing prevents breakage.
- Economical: The CA-12 allows timely replacement of aging batteries. Monoblocks with high capacity can be grouped together for continued service, saving money
Most conventional battery testers cannot determine the cause of battery failure, nor do these units track aging. The Spectro CA-12 discloses these deficiencies with consistent accuracy
Low Charge
A low battery reduces the drive power; the CA-12 indicates low charge.
Low Capacity
A low capacity battery may have good drive power but the runtime is short. The CA-12 shows low capacity.
Mismatched Set
The battery with lowest capacity governs the runtime. The CA-12 marks these packs as non-performers.
The Spectro CA-12 comes with PC-Companion software to keep a database, download test results, print reports and upgrade firmware. RS232 or optional Bluetooth interface; infrared link to optional label printer.
What others say... "The CA-12 is a great machine for finding information about batteries not readily available from standard test machines. The tester is very easy to use and shows the real health of your battery. It takes the guesswork out and speeds up battery testing considerably."
Blair Wilkie - Guest Services Manager
Mayfair Lakes Golf and Country Club, Richmond, BC
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