does it test rechargeable batteries?
1276036
Yes absolutely - just recharge them instead of throwing them away if shows "replace"
1276037
Yes, but like I said in my review the accuracy of the meter leaves a lot to be desired. I tested AA and AAA rechargeable NiCad batteries using the meter and it gave me the same, false, inaccurate meter readings. The meter indicated there was a good "green" full charge, but when I put the batteries in my digital recorder and tv remote the batteries had such a low charge in them they failed to operate the equipment. I bought two of these meters and they both give the same false readings, so either I received two faulty meters or they're just not accurate.
1276038
I would say no, rechargeable batteries are slightly less voltage. I t would check but not as accurately.
2262080
Yes. It monitor the charge of the battery and stops when charging is complete.
1232516
Yes, it will. Make sure the battery (in the tester) is fresh, and the electrodes on the tester are clean.
168680
I use regular replaceable batteries and it has a little button you push to check them. But I don't see why you cant use rechargeable.
2111327
It is not a load tester. It does not place a load on the battery. It measures the reluctance of the battery and calculates the CCA.
1384613
I have not used this particular product. To test batteries you need to know more than just what the voltage is, you have to know the voltage drop of the battery when a load is supplied. If your talking about a car battery places like Autozone will check your battery for free.http://hyperphysics.phy-astr.gsu.edu/hbase/electric/dcex6.html
463307
No its not a tester. Yes you can charge batteries not fully discharged. Also, it will tell you if a battery is bad. However I've had it say this and with a rub of the battery against my clothes. The contract must have been better because then it changed fine.
1225594
This item does not require batteries to work. The tester uses the charge in the battery being tested (if the tester doesn't light up, the battery is dead).
88570
No, only when you first plug it in it does a test beep of some sort. After that it silently displays voltages until one of the cells drops below your set limit.
1618817
yes,,,,ummm i think..it should tell in the description... and you have, have to invest in a recharable batteries pack ...this only last 4 treatments then battery goes. it can get very expensive...the rechargable battery pack is not expensive but purchasing batteries over and over is very expensive!!
1770391
It will test #312 batteries, but it appears to be a "no load" test. I have tested hearing aid batteries that tested fine one day and didn't work the next. I have pretty much stop using this device.
1037298
Yes it does, make sure you don't hold the test button down for more 10 sec.
1030484
Please note that the original eight (8) contact version of the ZTS MBT-1 tests most common batteries (AAA, AA, C, D, N, 9v, Li Coin type batteries, CR123, NiCd & NiMH, A76, etc). It does not test the specialty 3.6v Li-Ion rechargeables (18500, 18650, etc). If you can find one, it is still a great tester and you save a few dollars - Why pay extra for something you don't need.
1621598
No, it does not test watch batteries! There are other specific testers for watch batteries.
1949281
Hi R.W., this tester will certainly tell you if smaller batteries are in good shape but it is kind of over kill as it works by resistance testing. Kind of like plugging a toaster onto your battery. It will draw a lot of juice off the battery in just one test with smaller batteries so if they are weak you will know it fast and they will likely need a recharge afterward. I use it for 4 and 8 D size batteries for starting large diesel engines. I would suggest a lighter amp load tester for what you are doing. Something around a 50 amp range. Hope this helps. Paul paulmgriswold@aol.com
948997
Absolutely! Matter of fact this multi-tester is so powerful, handy and easy to use, and with auto range feature; for instant, if you want to test your battery, just slide the switch to volt and read voltage instantly. This one is always in my pocket, every time when I want to test something quick, am always grab this one instead of my other big and expensive ones. My son always wants to borrow this little one for his robot project. Trust me, you will love it.
1727839
Yes, it will test a three prong receptacle. In fact that is the initial design-to test regular receptacles. The button is to add in a test for GFCI recptacles.