Enter the stated cold start current for the battery into the device, including the measurement method which is used. Common standards are DIN, EN, IEC, JIS and SAE. Details of the testing standard can be found after the details of the cold start current on the battery label.
While the SOC can be simply determined with a voltage measurement, a complex test procedure is required to test the SOH, in order to make a reliable statement about the state of the battery. Among other things, the determination of the SOH takes into account the cold start capability (CCA), the residual capacity (Ah) and the charge acceptance (CA).
Common standards are DIN, EN, IEC, JIS and SAE. Details of the testing standard can be found after the details of the cold start current on the battery label. The testing device then carries out the test automatically and provides the result. Correct interpretation of test results?
The virtual battery tester tells you the battery’s expected lifespan. Keep in mind that factors such as corrosion or weather can alter your battery’s life expectancy and influence the test’s accuracy. Visit Firestone Complete Auto Care. The best time to replace your battery?
To connect the testing device to a battery which is located in the trunk or the passenger compartment, the battery terminals there and not the starting aid contacts in the engine compartment must be used, as the resistance of the cable which is installed in the vehicle would affect the measurement.
To obtain reliable test results, especially with regard to the SOH, it is essential to use modern test devices which are adapted for the new battery technologies. (Please note the information from the manufacturer of the device.) Connect the battery tester to the battery terminals to determine the state of charge and the internal resistance.