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1. QUICKLYNKS Battery Monitor BM2 Bluetooth 4.0 Device Car 12V Battery Tester
Feature
It compatible with all 12-volt vehicle batteries;Voltage: 9-16V With Bluetooth 4.0Free app for both iOS & Android, IOS: IOS 7.1 and Later Available: Android 4.3 and Later
Connect with battery directly, no code
Check battery state on phone APP via Bluetooth 4.0 when device is installed
App Name: Battery Monitor BM2 , please scan machine backup or user manual scan code to download software
Description
Battery Monitor BM2 Main Features:1.Receive notification of battery conditions when enter BLE range
2.Check starting system and charging system (alternator);
3.List the time of each driving;
4.Alert mobile phone if some data abnormal;
5.Review voltage history in graph mode;
6.Short-circuit and reverse connection protection
7.Data stored in device up to 35days if out of sync
8. Ultra-low power consumption, average current: 1.0 mA;
9. Connect with battery directly, no code
10. Free app for iOS & Android users;
11. Compatible with all 12-volt vehicle batteries; Voltage: 9-16V
12. Temp: -40-85C
Battery Monitor BM2 Principle:
Check battery state on phone APP via Bluetooth 4.0 when device is installed
Use for: All 12V Vehicle Battery
APP Name: Battery Monitor BM2
Available:
Android: 4.3 and later
IIOS: IOS 7.1 and Later
iPhone: 4S and later
iPad: iPad3 and later
Suitable for:
*DIY users
*Battery service station
*Garage/workshop
*Tool store
*Vehicle/Battery manufacturer
Battery Monitor BM2 NOTE:
1. Alert users if charge is low
2. Review charge history in graph mode
3. Show the state of charge of battery in real time
4. Near-Filed Perception to get notification automatically
Package List:
1pc x Battery Monitor BM2
1pc x User's Manual
2. Cllena 4.2A Dual USB Charger + LED Voltmeter + 12V Power Outlet Socket Triple Function Panel for Car Boat Marine RV Truck Camper Vehicles GPS Mobiles (Blue)
Feature
Material: high quality nylon plastic socket body.USB socket output: DC 5V / 4.2A; Power outlet: DC 12V; Voltmeter display range: 0 - 24V.
Fitment: Universal fits for 12V Vehicle, Motorcycle, ATV, Boat, Car or Marine.
Suitable for charging GPS, iPhone, iPod, Mobile Phones and other digital devices
Package includes: 1x Cigarette Lighter Socket + 1x Blue LED Voltmeter + 1x Dual USB Charger + 6 x Insulated Terminals + 4 x Screws.
Description
Item Specification:Condition: 100% Brand New
Package includes:
--1x Cigarette Lighter Socket
--1x Blue Voltmeter
--1x Dual USB Charger
--6 X Insulated Terminals
--4 X Screws
Size: Length: 5.91" (15cm) ; Width: 1.65" (4.2cm)
Color: Black
Waterproof Rate: IP44
Voltage: 12V
Power Input: DC 12V-24V
USB Socket Power Output: DC 5V 2.1A / DC 5V 2.1A
Material: High Quality Nylon Plastic Socket Body
Weight: 110g
Feature:
Power Socket
UV stabilized nylon housing with rubber splash proof tight fitting front cap
2 pole nickel plated brass terminal connectors
Twist-and-Lock locking socket, allows a suitable power plug (not included) to lock into place. Works with all 12 volt accessory plugs Dual USB Charger
Comes with front cap and heavy duty construction
UV Nylon Body
DC Voltmeter
Display: segment LED digital tube, lamp display is Blue
Monitors the state of your battery between full charged and discharged
Can indicate a poor or bad charging system
The meter has easy to read LED segments and connect to your 12 volt system
Fitment:
Universal fits for 12V Vehicle, Motorcycle, ATV, Boat, Car, Marine, UTV, Camper, Caravans, Travel Trailer, etc.
Suitable for charging GPS, IPhone, IPod, Mobile Phones and other digital devices
* Please Read All Description and Fitment Before Ordering the Product
* Note: Professionals install is strongly recommended to avoid trouble!
3. utipower Multifunctional 12V LCD Battery Capacity Monitor Gauge Meter for Lead-Acid Battery Motorcycle Golf Cart Car, Green
Feature
Multifunctional: battery meter & real-time voltage meter, easy switch between two modelsReverse Polarity Protection
PVC Screen Protector: waterproof surface
Small size, light weight, easy assembly and disassembly, easy to carry and use
PACKAGE INCLUDES: a battery capacity meter
Description
Easy Use LCD 12V lead acid Battery MeterFeatures: LCD display
Reverse polarity protection
Multifunction, battery meter & voltage meter
Lightweight and easy to carry
Waterproof surface
Size detail:61.3*33.3*13.5mm/2.41*1.31*0.53in
Parameters:
Working current:<5mA
Display: LCD
Weight: 18.7g
PACKAGE INCLUDES: a battery capacity meter
4. RGBZONE 150 Amps Power Analyzer, High Precision RC with Digital LCD Screen for RC, Battery, Solar, Wind Power
Feature
Digital LCD screen gives clear crisp number readingsHandles up to 150 amps intermittently and 75 amps continuous duty
Handles 0 to 60 volts. Works on 12, 24, 36, and 48 volt battery bank systems
Extremely low power consumption of 6 mA. More efficient than any LED meter
Connecting load end to the battery provides real-time battery charging reading,cable lenght:6cm+7cm=13cm
Description
Description:This isn't just a watt meter-it's the All-In-One Meter! A power meter, a volt meter, an amp-hour meter, ammeter and energy meter. Everything all in one unit! This is the perfect troubleshooting tool. This all-in-one watt meter is indispensable for analyzing, testing and troubleshooting any DIY DC power project.
Specifications:
1)This meter provides Realtime readings of Voltage 0-60V, Current 0-150A, Power 0-6554W. This device accumulates Charge [Ah] Amphour and Energy [Wh] Watthour readings till it reset or shut off. This meter also capture and store Peak Amps Ap, Peak Power Wp and Minimum Voltage Vm values during the operation.
2) Professional battery tester
3) Great Performance and Precision
4) Backlight Blue LCD
5) Package size: 13 * 8 * 4cm / 5.1 * 3.1 * 1.6inch
Package list:
1 x 150A Watt Meter and Power Analyzer
1 x English Manual
5. DROK Digital Multimeter Charge-Discharge Battery Tester, LCD Color Screen Voltmeter Ammeter DC 0-90V 0-20A Volt Amp Watt Time Capacity Electricity Meter Monitor
Feature
MULTIMETER: this multifunctional meter can measure DC voltage, current, power, charging capacity, time, and other physical quantities at the same time; can be directly used, no need shunt.MEASURE RANGE: DROK digital multimeter can messure voltage range DC 0-90V, current range 0-20A, power range 0-9.99KW, capacity range 0-999Ah, time range 0-99.9 hours.
LCD COLOR DISPLAY: the voltage current power panel gauge adopts 1.8 inch LCD color screen, can be seen even under sunlight; LCD display will automatically turn off after two minutes if current less than 50mA, pressing any key can turn off, or it will wake up automatically when the current is greater than 50mA.
DATA STORE: DROK battery tester can automatically save the parameters when the display power off; if the monitor module also needs to power off, press OK button can save the parameters.
BIDIRECTIONAL DETECTION: it's bidirectional, can detect and display current of charging and discharging. Note: it can not detect current of two directions at the same time.
Description
Parameters:
Voltage Measurement Range:
Self-supply Power: DC 10~90V
External-supply Power: DC 0~90V
Current Measurement Range: 0~20A
Display Resolution:
Voltage : 0.01V
Current : 0.01A
Time : 0.01H
Capacity : 0.01AH
Current Precision: 1% + 2 digits
Voltage Precision: 2% + 5digits
Measurement Rate: 5 times/sec
VOP( Over-voltage Protections): 0.01V~90V
OPP( Over-power Protections ): 0.01W~9.99KW
OCP( Over-current Protections ): 0.1~100A
OAH( Over-AH Protection ): 0.01AH~9999AH
OFT( Over-time Protection ): 0.01H~99.9H
Open Holes (mm): 76.5*39.2mm
Size: 794352(mm)
Note: There is no relay with this version, therefore, LOP(low voltage protection) function can not be used.
Package Includes:
1x Multifunctional Meter
6. Victron BMV-712 Battery Monitor
Feature
Built-in Bluetooth Communication - Monitor your batteries on Apple or Android smartphones, tablets, macbooks, and other devicesEasy to Install - The shunt interrupts the negative coming off the battery bank connects to the monitor with a standard RJ12 telephone cable.
Easy to Program - A quick install menu and a detailed setup menu with scrolling texts assist the user when going through the various settings.
Also included are a separate front bezel for a square or round display appearance, a securing ring for the rear mounting and screws for the front mounting.
Next to the basic display options, such as voltage, current, and ampere-hours consumed, the BMV-700 series also displays state of charge, time to go, and power consumption in Watts.
Description
Battery "fuel-gauge", time-to-go indicator, and much more - The remaining battery capacity depends on the ampere-hours consumed, discharge current, temperature and the age of the battery. Complex software algorithms are needed to take all these variables into account. Next to the basic display options, such as voltage, current and ampere-hours consumed, the BMV-700 series also displays the state of charge, time to go, and power consumption in Watts. The BMV-712 features an additional input which can be programmed to measure the voltage (of a second battery), battery temperature or midpoint voltage.7. TurnRaise Waterproof Dual USB 4.1A Charger Adapter and Voltmeter LED Panel 12V-24V for Motorcycle Car Boat Marine Carvan
Feature
Waterproof LED illuminated USB charging socket & Voltmeter Fits for any flat interior and exterior application.4.2A Dual USB Power Charger, Great for charging your Phones, Tablet, Android Devices, PDA, GPS ect.
LED Dynamic Voltmeter Help monitor the storage-battery voltage, LED will alarm flash if the voltage is out of the safety range.
Universal compatible with 12V-24V Motorbike Car / Boat / ATV / UTV / Camper / Caravans / Travel Trailer etc.
Product Dimensions: 10.5cm x 4.3cm x 5.5cm (4.13in x 1.69in x 2.17in), Portiforium Dimension: 7.2cm x 2.9cm(2.83in x 1.14).
Description
2 Port USB Socket Charger:This is a quality USB charger very reliable range of 12v-24v power sockets/outlets
Waterproof Design and Heavy duty construction
The flush mount socket features a dust proof cover and are suitable for charging GPS, IPhone, IPod, PSP, Mobile Phones and other digital devices
Materail: ABS High Temperature Resistant Nylon Flame Retardant
Power Input: DC 12V-24V
MAX Power: 22W
USB Socket I Power Output: DC 5V 2.1A
USB Socket II Power Output: DC 5V 2.1A
DC Voltmeter:
This is a high quality voltmeter for checking the state of your battery and battery charger. The state of your battery between full charged and discharged
15V Voltage Range, 11.3V-11.9V RED Led indicate the battery should be change, 12.0V-12.5V YELLOW Led indicate normal when the car engine is OFF, 12.6V-15V GREEN Led indicate normal when the engine is ON
High Grade Flame Retardant Materials, IP65 Waterproof, CE and Rohs Certify, Totally Environment Friendly
Power Input: DC 12V-24V
Voltage Range: 5-15V
Protection: Reverse Connection Protection
What is Included:
1 X 12-24V LED Dual USB Socket Mount Car Charger Adapter + LED Digital Display Voltmeter
4 X Insulated Terminals
4 X Self-tapping Screws
8. CPTDCL Multifunction 12V LCD Lead Acid Battery Capacity Meter Voltmeter Temperature Display Battery Fuel Gauge Indicator Voltage Monitor
Feature
LCD DISPLAY, WIDE TESTING RANGE---test from 10 to 100VMULTIFUNCTION---can meantime show the battery capacity & voltage or meantime show the battery capacity & temperature
SUPER LOW POWER CONSUMPTION---working current 5mA, can be power on or power off with the power button
SUITABLE FOR---lead acid batteries, lithium batteries, LiFePO4 batteries, Ni-MH batteries
CAN BE WIDELY USED IN---motorcycle, golf carts, car, marine, solar generator, boat, etc
Description
Multifunction LCD Lead Acid Battery Capacity Meter Voltmeter with Temperature DisplayWIDE TESTING RANGE:10-100V, can set to the battery type and voltage as you need.
Size information:
product size:61.5*33.5*13.5mm
installation dimension:58.5*28.5mm
display size:36*19.5mm
Features:
lcd display, easy to monitor
power button to control the meter be power on or power off
multifunction, show real time voltage, battery capacity, temperature
super low power consumption, woking current:5mA
working temperature from -10 to 55
reverse connection protection
suitable for lead acid batteries, lithium batteries, LiFePO4 batteries, Ni-MH batteries
can be widely used in motorcycle, golf carts, car, marine, solar generator, boat, etc
PACKAGE INCLUDES: a meter, a product manual
9. bayite DC 6.5-100V 0-100A LCD Display Digital Current Voltage Power Energy Meter Multimeter Ammeter Voltmeter with 100A Current Shunt
Feature
Voltage test range: DC 6.5~100V; Current test range: 0~100AStore energy data when power off(can be reset to 0). The blue backlight can be turned on/off manually
With overload alarm function(If active power is larger than threshold, backlight and power will flash)
Large-screen LCD (display voltage, current, active power, energy at the same time)
Note: only display and shunt are included. It doesn't include any wire or accessories
Description
Main Specifications:
Working voltage: DC 6.5 ~ 100V
Measuring Accuracy: 1%
Power Consumption: 0.2W
Measurement speed: 2 times/s
Store Energy data when power off. Can be reset to 0.
The blue backlight can be turned on/off manually
Test Range and Display format:
1.Active Power test range: 0~10kW
2.Energy test range: 0~9999kWh
3.Voltage test range: DC 6.5~100V
4.Current test range: 0~ 100A
Precautions
1. This module is only suitable for 6.5~100V DC power.
2. Applied load should not exceed the rated power.
3. Wiring order cannot be wrong.
4. This module is suitable for indoor, please do not use outdoor.
Packing including:
1x DC 6.5-100V 100A Power Multimeter
10. MICTUNING DC 6.5-100V 0-100A LCD Digital Display Ammeter Voltmeter Multimeter Volt Watt Power Energy Meter Blue with 100A/75mV Shunt
Feature
MICTUNING 4-in-1 DC Multimeter - with 1.0 grade measuring accuracy, it combines Voltage, Current, Power and Energy measurement in one combo, super compact and lightweight that can be portable and easily usedUnique Voltage Alarm Function- the backlight and voltage value will flash simultaneously if the testing voltage is beyond alarm threshold (6-90V factory alarm value), and it can be set if needed
Data Storage Design - it is designed to automatically storage the last testing data when suddenly powered off and the energy value can be reset by a short press after long pressing the function button for seconds
Super Large Digital Display - 51x30mm easy reading LCD screen, clearly displays all testing figures at the same time, while the recessed button used to control the backlight, reset energy value, set voltage alarm threshold and choose measuring range
Bonus Current Shunt - it comes with a 100A/75mV current shunt, suitable for large range measurement, no need to waste extra money to get another one.Plus, we offer 1 Year MICTUNING Warranty and lifetime free technical support and friendly customer services
Description
MICTUNING 4-in-1 DC MultimeterMICTUNING DC multimeter is able to measure voltage, current, power and energy of most electrical devices (100A max.), which features high accuracy, low power consumption and easy reading large display. It also functions beyond voltage alarm, energy value reset, data storage, backlight control and measuring range option, suitable used for RV battery, voltage regulator, device detection and replacing various pointer-type electric meters.
Specification
Working Voltage: 6.5-100V/DC
Power Rating: 100A/10000W
Measuring Accuracy: 1.0 grade
Power Consumption: 0.2W
Measuring Speed: 2 times/s
Net Weight: 190g/0.42lb/6.70oz
Materials: LCD display + PC shell
Meter Dimensions: 9.0x5.0x2.4cm/3.5x2.0x0.9 in
Shunt Dimensions: 10.5x3.0x2.2cm/4.1x1.2x0.9 in
Display format:
1. Power: 0-10KW Test Range, within 1KW, 0.0-999.9W; 1KW and above, 1000-9999W
2. Energy: 0-9999KWh Test Range, within 10KWh, 0-9999Wh; 10KWh and above, 10-9999KWh
3. Voltage: 6.5-100V, it shows 6.50-99.99V
4. Current: 0-100A, it shows 0.00-99.99A
Notices:
1. Wiring order cannot be wrong.
2. This meter is suitable for indoor use ONLY.
3. Applied load should not exceed the rated power or current.
4. "Zero current" and "All 888s display" are mostly caused by wrong wiring.
5. Need a pointing tool to press the function button to prevent accidental touch.
Warranty
We sell it and stand behind it.1 Yr MICTUNING Warranty and lifetime Friendly Customer Service.
Package List:
1 x DC Digital Multimeter
1 x 100A Current Shunt
