Universal Battery Tester AA/AAA/C/D/9V/1.5v Button Cell Battery Checker BT-168 $2.59 Delivered @ vbum8444 on eBay

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ShipShapeRC on 13/06/2017 - 14:19 ebay.com.au (336 clicks)
Last edited 13/06/2017 - 16:16 by 1 other user

Better than the digital version recently listed https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/312474#comment-4777426 as there is more drain from the analogue components, giving a slightly more accurate indication of the battery's true state. Plus its guide of red and green give a more idiot proof answer.

Specification:
100% brand new
Universal Button Battery Tester Checker AA AAA C D 9V 1.5V
Checks power level of all 1.5V & 9V batteries
Tests 1.5V miniature cells
Place your battery between the two points of the battery tester and the display will tell you instantly whether
you have a dud, or if you can eke out another few minutes of battery life
Easy to read, colour coded meter indicates power level
Three result: Red=replace, Yellow=low power, Green=good
If needle does not move, check that battery is touching both contacts before assuming that it is completely
dead
Size: approx. 110 x 59 x 25mm
Color: Black
The battery tester may be used to test the following sizes:
1.5V:
AAA, HP16, MN2400, R03
AA, HP7, MN1500, UM3
C, HP11, MN1400, SP11, LR14, UM2
D, HP2, MN1300, SP2, R20,UM1
9V: PP3, MN1604, 6F22, 006P
Kindly Reminder:
The battery tester is activated by the battery being checked.
Keep test times as short as possible, to avoid unnecessary battery drain.
Package included: 1pc x Battery Tester (Battery NOT included)

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  cheepwun on 13/06/2017 - 14:45

  +2

  A digital LCD is far better, in my opinion. Different chemistries will have slightly different voltages. A fixed REPLACE / LOW / GOOD display isn't ideal. The digital model should be more resistant to shock too.

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    MountFranklin on 13/06/2017 - 14:58

    I agree with this comment as I have this exact model.
    can you recommend any digital ones?

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      cheepwun on 13/06/2017 - 23:53

      BT-168D is what you can search for on ebay (or follow the link in the description).

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      GnarlyKnuckles on 14/06/2017 - 00:23

      The digital version of this one is very good for the price, and contrary to the OP's assertion is way better/more informative than this one.

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  lomie on 13/06/2017 - 16:08

  +2

  Teardown of the unit showing load resistors
  http://goughlui.com/2016/11/07/review-teardown-generic-bt-16…

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    ShipShapeRC on 13/06/2017 - 21:17

    Excellent find. That's why my analogue ones work better!

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  [Deactivated] on 13/06/2017 - 18:03

  I paid for the digital version of this. No complaints

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  ShipShapeRC on 13/06/2017 - 21:16

  I paid for both the digital and the analogue versions. I now have 3 analogue and just the original digital that I only use if I cant find one of the others. That may tell you my preference.

  See all the scuttlebutt about the digital and inaccurate reading here: https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/312474#comment-4777426

  The load in the analogue one gives a more accurate indication. No point a digital one saying 1.25 volts if as soon as you put a load on it it drops to 0.6 volts within seconds. Rechargeables are notorious for giving a higher voltage reading under no load.

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    GnarlyKnuckles on 14/06/2017 - 00:27

    'No point a digital one saying 1.25 volts if as soon as you put a load on it it drops to 0.6 volts within seconds.'

    I have the digital one OP, and what you are describing simply does not happen. Ever. Also, it does in fact apply a load on the battery, while it is testing it. I suspect that perhaps you are simply not using it correctly, i.e.. not holding the battery in it firmly/consistently or something like that. If used correctly, the digital version works perfectly.

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      ShipShapeRC on 14/06/2017 - 11:49

      Err as I have said I have both. And I have HAVE had this happen but mainly with cheap single use batteries. Nicads have a different property and I have not seen that happen. The drop happens when it is in use, not on the meter.

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  jd4free on 13/06/2017 - 21:56

  No Deal ! this one same model same 99% feedback is $2.29 delivered, sorry http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Universal-Battery-Tester-AA-AAA-C…

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    ShipShapeRC on 13/06/2017 - 22:08

    Good find. I really just posted this as so many people were buying the digital version at more money. Which is crazy.

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      cheepwun on 13/06/2017 - 23:41

      OK, that does it. I'm going to buy an analogue one, even though my digital one has never failed me in 2 years of use, and I am perfectly happy with its performance, and it cost about $1 more than this one. I've got to see what I'm missing.

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  bob19 on 13/06/2017 - 23:49

  I bought the same item cheaper from here: http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/262823792329?_trksid=p2057872.m27…
  Costs only AU $2.47 and as it comes from Malaysia you can get it faster. I received it in just 2 weeks.

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    ShipShapeRC on 14/06/2017 - 12:04

    So you can, buy 3 and an extra 5% off too with that link.

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  gimmebargains on 14/06/2017 - 00:34

  Cheaper elsewhere
  $2.23 from Aliexpress
  And can get it delivered sooner from bob19's ebay link

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    ShipShapeRC on 14/06/2017 - 11:53

    It was not on sale at that price when I posted, however ali has good prices too (I just looked quickly on ebay). I was just trying to show people there was a cheaper option than the digital version that people were happily buying. I was trying to share a better bargain. You found an even better bargain. That's great make another post!