ZTS MBT-1 Multi Battery Tester
The ZTS MBT-1 Multi Battery Tester provides a comprehensive means of testing the state of charge or state of power for more than 30 battery types.
This microprocessor-controlled instrument is designed for commercial or home use, and tests popular primary (non-rechargeable) and rechargeable batteries using a patented, high-accuracy pulse load test. After a fully automatic test cycle, percentage of remaining battery capacity is indicated on the LED bar display.
Battery types are clearly labeled next to appropriate contacts. Negative test lead/probe conveniently stores in seam at side. It's easy to use (no switches or settings), and test results are easy to understand.
- Easy to use - no switches or settings
- Quickly and easily identifies weak or failing batteries
- Fully automatic—high accuracy Pulse Load test
- Ideal for battery management and cell matching
- Made in U.S.A.
- Uses 4 "AA" batteries (not included)
MBT-1 Multi Battery Tester is best used for measuring
- NiMH, Li-Ion, alkaline, lithium, coin cell, button type and more
- 3.6V Li-Ion rechargeable [RCR123A, 18500, 17650, 18650]
- 1.5V button cell [S76, A76, A625, A640]
- 1.2V NiMH/NiCd rechargeable [AA, AAA, C, D]
- 1.5V lithium [AA L91, AAA L92]
- 3V lithium coin [1616, 1620, 2016, 2025, 2320, 2032, 2430, 2450, 58L 1/3N]
- 6V '28' series [28A, S28, 28L]
- 3V photo lithium [CR123, CR2, CRV3]
- 1.5V alkaline [AA, AAA, C, D, N]
- 12V alkaline [A23]
- 9V alkaline, carbon zinc
Also Made by ZTS (sold separately)
Mini MBT Multi Battery Tester
- 1.2V NiMH
- NiCd rechargeable (AAA, AA, C, D)
- 1.5V alkaline (AAA, AA, C, D, N)
- 3V photo lithium (CR123, CR2, CRV3)
- 9V alkaline, zinc-carbon
| Applications | Electronics, medical, safety, security, office, scientific, wireless devices, remotes, industrial, manufacturing, government, utilities, and more |
| Display | Six LEDs - Green, yellow, and red |
| Test Duration | 2-3 seconds, varies according to battery type |
| Contact Terminals | Nickel-plated brass. Positive terminals fixed; built-in negative test lead |
| Dimensions |
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| Weight | 14.5 oz (400g) (without batteries) |
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by PowerReviews(based on 28 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (20)
- Reliable (20)
- Durable (13)
- Good value (4)
- Lightweight (4)
Cons
- Heavy / bulky (10)
Best Uses
- Everyday (14)
- Home (12)
- Studio (7)
- Travel (7)
- Landscape photography (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Professional (10), Enthusiast (8), Semi-professional (6)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (18)
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 28 customers
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Pros
- Reliable
Cons
- Pricey
Best Uses
Comments about ZTS MBT-1 Multi Battery Tester:
With so many types of batteries in our house, I needed a dependable unit.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good design
- Good Value
- Reliable
Cons
- Must keep contacts clean
Best Uses
- Professional personal
Comments about ZTS MBT-1 Multi Battery Tester:
Unique design has produced a very accurate means of saving the planet from half used batteries. Have no regrets on the purchase of this well made tester.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
- Long-Lasting
Cons
- Pricey
- Too Bulky
Best Uses
Comments about ZTS MBT-1 Multi Battery Tester:
This is the first battery tester I've used that I actually trust. Not only did it identify batteries with limited reserve, it identified rechargables that were the defective ones of the lot. Well constructed, should last a long time (or until new battery formats that it doesn't test are introduced).
Recommended.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Bulky
- Expensive
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Home
Comments about ZTS MBT-1 Multi Battery Tester:
After using a cheap $10 battery tester for years, I finally got fed up with it's inability to distinguish between used batteries that had life left in them, and those that were right on the edge. This tester solves that problem by testing batteries under load. It was able to separate my collection of used batteries and let me know how good they really were. A pricey tester, but one that really works!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Studio
Comments about ZTS MBT-1 Multi Battery Tester:
Using rechargeable batteries can be challenging in and of itself. Determining the amount of energy remaining in these batteries can also be misleading. The MBT-1 allows us to test these batteries... with a load on them... to better determine their current status.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Reliable
Cons
- Bulky
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Home
- Studio
- Traveling
Comments about ZTS MBT-1 Multi Battery Tester:
Best battery tester I have ever used. Its one piece self-contained design elegantly solves the problem of testing different sized and shaped batteries. It saves me money on batteries by taking the guess work out discarding batteries. I have found batteries in my "recycle" box that were still 80 percent charged. In time it will pay for itself. It's size is probably necessary to provide the capability. The mini-version might be good if you use only a few types.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Reliable
Cons
- Bulky
Best Uses
- Studio
- Traveling
Comments about ZTS MBT-1 Multi Battery Tester:
We use to go thru hundreds of batteries a month, now we check each battery and are reusing about 70 percent of the batteries that we use to throw away. Well worth the money...
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Reliable
Cons
- Bulky
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Home
- Studio
Comments about ZTS MBT-1 Multi Battery Tester:
Have 14 Shure wireless mics to check batteries. Product should pay for itself, not in money, but in better predictability of battery failures before they happen during live performances.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Bulky
Best Uses
Comments about ZTS MBT-1 Multi Battery Tester:
A little bit larger than I expected it to be, but works very well. It was great to go through my collection of half used batteries and remove the ones that are bad - now I get to use the rest of them. Also, will be more confident in the future to use batteries that are partially used. And it works on NiMH as well. I have nothing negative to say.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Reliable
Cons
- Bulky
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Home
Comments about ZTS MBT-1 Multi Battery Tester:
For many years before I got this tester I was frustrated when testing batteries on a voltmeter. A voltmeter applies no load during testing, therefore does not give an accurate measure of remaining battery life. So often I disposed of partially used batteries, installing new ones, just to be on the safe side. This tester changed that. It provides an appropriate test load for a wide range of types and voltages of batteries, giving an actual percentage of remaining life. Made in the U.S., it exudes a high standard of design and build quality. It's quite easy to use. The company also makes a smaller more portable version for the more commonly used batteries.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about ZTS MBT-1 Multi Battery Tester:
We use numerous rechargeable batteries that have varying useable lives. This is the first tester we found that accurately tells us which to keep and when to dispose of before they fail. A bit bulky but very worthwhile.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Reliable
Cons
- Bulky
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Home
- Landscape Photography
- Traveling
Comments about ZTS MBT-1 Multi Battery Tester:
Heavy, bulky but reliable, accurate readings. Can't put it in my pant pocket but I bring it with me in my travel bag
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Home
- Traveling
Comments about ZTS MBT-1 Multi Battery Tester:
Was told about this product from a local photo shop that we do business with that uses it, and gave it great ratings. I purchased two, one for home and the other for work. I work for a law emforcement agency, and we use numerous recharable batteries. Officers continually request replacement on "all" of their batteries stating they will not hold a charge. Costly at [$] a piece. Testing will usually find that only one battery is getting weak affecting the rest or that the officer is not maintaining batteries per procedures. This tester makes that determination "quickly and accurately", saving "time and money". It will test numerous types of batteries, and is "very simple" to use. Accurate & Simple - An excellent investment.However - It will not determine if a battery has a memory built up from lack of use, (shows 100% after charge) without some additional testing under full use/load - But not a real issue.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Bulky
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Home
Comments about ZTS MBT-1 Multi Battery Tester:
I had dozens of batteries of many sizes. I know some are dead and some are still usable. I used multimeter to test them and only have the voltage. Some with norminal voltage(e.g. 1.5V for AAA and AA) can be used but how long it can last is unkonwn. With this I can certainly test them and know how much battery life is left. Very easy to use. I had considered the lower priced one but it does not test as more types of batteries as this one does. I think this is a tool for use for many years and decided to go this big one. Good product and good quality
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistant Readings
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Home
- Landscape Photography
- Macro Photography
- Portraits
- Studio
Comments about ZTS MBT-1 Multi Battery Tester:
Works very well. I found a good number of my rechargeable's were bad. I found that some of them were unable to take a full charge - something I never knew before. Now I'm all set after replacing those, and now everything's good. Get One!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Bulky
Best Uses
- Everyday use
Comments about ZTS MBT-1 Multi Battery Tester:
[...] A good product also.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
Comments about ZTS MBT-1 Multi Battery Tester:
Very satisfy, have a motel before I thro old batteries from smoke alarm or remote I tested 50% all my batteries all good
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Home
- Landscape Photography
- Macro Photography
- Portraits
- Studio
- Traveling
Comments about ZTS MBT-1 Multi Battery Tester:
Not a lot need to be said really - it pretty much works as advertised, and seems to give consistent results. Certainly the best one I've ever owned.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Reliable
Cons
- Bulky
Best Uses
- Home
Comments about ZTS MBT-1 Multi Battery Tester:
I started using high end LED flashlights (torches). I needed to test batteries for these devices. Rechargeable batteries (NIMH & Lithium-ion) need to be charged to certain levels for maximum efficiency. This along with a DMM do the job.
The ZTS tests almost any battery under a load. The only way to know how much power is left in the battery for effective use.
I can now check how much power a battery has remaining before I start using a device for long periods of time. If it is half empty, I can load a new battery. No more disposing of batteries that have life in them. It will save you money if you use a great deal of batteries.
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about ZTS MBT-1 Multi Battery Tester:
This is simply the best battery tester out there.
I have several of the full size for the studio, lighting cases, and home.
We have the small model in a grip tote
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