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These handy adapters sometimes allow you to use a smaller size battery as a larger battery and are sometimes called battery upsizers or up-sizers.The adapter kits come in a package of two adapter sets – one adapter set is shown in the picture above. They will not make a device use a lower powered battery if it requires a more powerful battery – they do not convert the power, just the size. Although they are difficult to describe, they are very easy to use. Simply slide a smaller battery into the larger size shell, like Russian matryoshka (nesting) dolls. The smaller battery can now be used in place of a larger size battery. Each kit contains two complete adapter sets and they come packaged like in the picture above to the right. Each set includes the adapters listed below and individually pictured above to the left:One AAA –> AA adapter.One AA –> C adapter.One C –> D adapter.This means you can now use your AA batteries to run devices that normally require C or D cell size batteries. Easy to use. Works with NiMH or alkaline batteries. Each set converts two AAA batteries to either AA, C or D size. Or you can convert two AA’s to C or D size. Or you can convert two C’s to D size. Technically you have enough adapters in each set to convert two AAA’s to AA, AND two AA’s to C AND two C’s to D size in the same set. Normally however, folks use it to convert two batteries since it is typically used to convert AA batteries into C or D cells. When you take them apart, just give them a little twist and they come apart easily.

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Features: Computes State of Charge for lead acid battery types [SLA, Gel, Flooded] Test battery condition – quickly and easily identifies weak or failing batteries Patented high accuracy Pulse Load Test – battery safe, non-invasive Test 2-volt, 4-volt, 6-volt, 8-volt, 12-volt Measures battery performance under load, not just voltage or internal resistance Ideal for battery management and cell matching – reduce cost and increase reliability Made in U.S.A. Patent 6,823,274 Description:The ZTS Lead Acid Multi-Battery Tester (MBT-LA2) provides a comprehensive means of testing the state of charge and battery condition for 2-volt, 4-volt, 6-volt, 8-volt, and 12-volt lead acid battery types (SLA, AGM, Gel, Wet)Lightweight, compact design make it an ideal tool for anyone working with lead acid batteries. This microprocessor-controlled instrument tests popular 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. Test results are easy to understand. An integrated cooling fan dissipates heat from testing, and the circuit is protected against over-voltage. Rugged NBR rubber sleeve protects against impact. Includes 48″ removable test leads with solid copper clamps. The optional accessory kit (K-MBTLA2) includes a hanging strap and magnet for hands-free operation, and a protective soft case. Requires 4AA batteries (not included). Aplications:Fire/securityFacility operations UPSUtilities Safety Emergency lighting Inspection Medical Government Industrial Military Access control IT Manufacturing Telecom Battery management Mobility ? Auto/marine/RV Specification:Testing capability (modes): 2-volt [2-25AH] 4-volt [2-25AH] 6-volt [1-4AH, 5-15AH, 16-50AH, 51-200AH] 8-volt [2-20AH, 21-150AH] 12-volt [1-4AH, 5-15AH, 16-50AH, 51-200AH] Power (internal): 4 x AA batteries Display: 8 LEDs – colors green, yellow, red Pulse Load: magnitude varies according to battery type Auto shut-off: after 20 minutes w/o test activity Test duration: approx. 15 seconds Test leads: 48″ rubber coated high strand count, solid copper clamps, R/A sheathed banana plugs Dimensions: 9.25 x 6.25 x 2.00 inches Weight: approx. 32 oz. (908g)

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This really cool charger has lots of features that are sure to satisfy the technically minded among us. This charger is not only a smart charger, but has discharge features, automated recondition features and even a test feature. This charger has complete instructions included by the distributor LaCrosse Technology that are very detailed.Four separate charge channels – charge one, two three or four batteries at a time – even on individual charge programs, i.e.- test one battery while charging the others. All modes automatically default to 200 mA charge but are user selectable up to 1000 mA for four batteries and up to 1800 mA for two.Charge both AA and AAA rechargeable batteries simultaneously.Overheat detection to protect from over-charging.Comes with 4 – 2000mAh AA and 4 – 750 mAh AAA LaCrosse Technology branded NiMH batteries.Comes with 4 – C and D battery adapters and a nylon carrying case. Just like in the picture!110-240 AC adapter included. No DC car adapter available… To get the PDF manual for the BC 900 – click here!

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The la crosse technology bc700 alpha power battery charger has four modes and charges all nicd and nimh aa and aaa rechargeable batteries. the four modes include charge, discharge (discharges the batteries and then recharges them), recharge (discharges and recharges up to 20 times to bring old batteries back to life) and test (displays the battery capacity). bc-700 battery charger features: ? all modes automatically default to 200 ma charge on the bc-700 battery charger ? charge both aa and aaa rechargeable batteries simultaneously and will charge all low-discharge batteries. sanyo eneloop, uniross hybrio, nexcell energyon, accupower acculoop and other future low discharge batteries. ? has four independent channels – charges 1, 2, 3 , or 4 rechargeable batteries at a time. overheat detection to protect over-charging and lcd shows capacity for each battery when charging is complete. charge mode – allows a range of user selectable milliamp settings from 200 to 700 for faster charging times. within 4 seconds after rechargeable batteries are inserted charging automatically begins at 200ma, or you may select 500, or 700ma charge rates for faster charging times. discharge mode – reduces memory effect by discharging rechargeable battery completely before recharging to full capacity. user selectable. refresh mode – discharges and recharges up to 20 cycles or until rechargeable battery is refreshed to full capacity. user selectable. test mode- first charges the rechargeable battery to full capacity, then discharges completely to measure rechargeable battery capacity for display in mah or ah, and then recharges each rechargeable battery to full battery capacity. ul approved, bc 700 charger also has safeguards that sense rechargeable battery polarity, rechargeable battery temperature and defective rechargeable batteries. world voltage capable – operates on 100~240v ac input. automatically defaults to 200ma charge (the optimal setting for prolonging battery life) max charging capacity: 3000 mah overheat detection to protect over-charging select different charging current for each channel automatically switches to trickle charge when charging is complete to ensure maximum battery capacity 7, easy-to-use function keys charge mode (charging current) discharge mode (discharging current) refresh mode (time elapsed) test mode (accumulated capacity) lcd shows capacity for each battery when charging is complete input voltage for ac/dc adapter: 100-240 vac charging current range: 200 mah, 500mah, or 700mah

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This inexpensive battery tester is great for all around use. Simple and easy to use. Clear plastic construction and very portable.

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Four independent charge channels It’s like having four charger-analyzers for AA and AAA NiMH / NiCD batteries. Large backlit LCD display Digitally displays capacity, voltage, time and current. 29 selectable charging and discharging rates. Charging current from 0.2A to 2.0A and discharging current from 0.1A to 1.0A in 0.1A increments. Five modes of operation 1. Charge: Recharges the battery at the selected rate.Suitable for batteries used frequently.2. Refresh & Analyze: Charges the battery, rest for one hour, discharge, rest again, then recharges it. Selectable charging and discharging rate. Suitable for batteries stored for more than two weeks but less than 3 month or those showing poor performance.3. Break-In: Also known as IEC capacity measurement and “Battery Forming”. Charges battery at 0.1C for 16 hours, rest for one hour, discharges battery at 0.2C, then recharges again at 0.1C for 16 hours. Suitable for new batteries and those stored for more than 3 month.4. Discharge: Discharges the battery at the selected rate. 5. Cycle: Performs charge-discharge cycle for up to 12 times with discharge capacity stored in memory. Recharges battery after final cycle. This is an excellent smart charger and analyser that allows you to take care of your batteries and maximize your digital devices runtime! Battery MatchingIn most devices, usually two or more batteries are used together. When batteries are used in a series, the performance is limited by the worst one. In other words, one poorly performing battery can significantly reduce the device runtime. Battery matching refers to grouping batteries with similar ?actual? capacity. To perform this, use the Refresh & Analyze mode to determine the battery capacity. Group batteries with capacity within about +/- 5% of the rated capacity. Battery Forming aka battery conditioningNew batteries and those stored for extended period become chemically deactivated. Battery forming is a charge-discharge-charge cycle which forces a full charge into the battery at a very slow rate. This process activates the battery. In certain cases, it needs to be repeated two or three times.Battery forming can be performed using the Break-In mode. Delivers just the right charge Independent negative delta V, temperature and timer protection eliminates over and undercharging. Super light travel worldwide power supply and 12V compatible Worldwide 100-240V switching adapter – light weight and small. Also compatible with 12V input. Will work on car when used with the optional cigarette lighter adapter. Charging Current: Programmable from 0.2A to 2.0A in increments of 0.1A Topoff Charging Current: 100mA Maintenance Charging Current: 10mA Discharge Termination: Voltage 1.00V Discharge Current: Programmable from 0.1A to 1.0A in increments of 0.1A Capacity Storage Memory: 12 (Cycle mode only) Supported Capacity: 100 to 20,000mAh. Charger Input Power: 12V 2.0A Adapter Input: 100-240V 50/60Hz

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Features of the EC-741 Battery Tester: Instant and PreciseEnables the user to check remaining power inside a battery at a glance with 5-LED fuel gauge. (See Instructions for the EC-741 battery tester)Smart Circuitry + Universal DesignCompatible with both RECHARGEABLE and PRIMARY AA, AAA, 9V, CR-V3 and 2CR5 NiMH , NiCD, and Lithium batteries. Microprocessor ControlledCapable of detecting battery voltage automatically. Use on Rechargeable Batteries as well as Standard alkaline or other battery types. Compact and LightEasy and Convenient to carry in a camera bag.Quickly determine if your batteries need Charging or Replacing Self-Operation – No extra power (such as batteries or AC adapter) required for normal operation. Full 1-Year warranty from date of purchase against defects in materials and workmanship.Made in Taiwan.Sold under licence.Battery in picture not included.

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This is an amazing little battery tester. It has the ability to test the charge level of all the standard cell sizes of both alkaline and NiMH batteries. Lots of battery checkers can check alkaline batteries but checking the charge level of an NiMH battery requires a specialized tester like this microprocessor controlled Multi Battery Tester. Previously available only in a large size this new mini-size tester is less than half the price.Testing capability: AAA, AA, C, D, Rechargeable NiMH batteries AAA, AA, C, D, N Alkaline batteries 9V rechargeable NiMH batteries 9V alkaline batteriesPower: 4 AAA alkaline (internal)Dimensions: 4 x 2.5 x 0.75 inchesWeight: approx 3 oz.Batteries not included.

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This is an amazing little battery tester. It has the ability to test the charge level of all the standard cell sizes of both alkaline and NiMH batteries. Lots of battery checkers can check alkaline batteries but checking the charge level of an NiMH battery requires a specialized tester like this microprocessor controlled Multi Battery Tester. Previously available only in a large size this new mini-size tester is less than half the price.Testing capability: AAA, AA, C, D, Rechargeable NiMH batteries AAA, AA, C, D, N Alkaline batteries 3V photo lithium [CR123, CR2, CRV3] 9V alkaline and carbon zinc batteriesPower: 4 AAA alkaline (internal)Dimensions: 4 x 2.5 x 0.75 inchesWeight: approx 3 oz.Batteries not included.

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This is truly an amazing battery tester. This is the only tester we have seen that can quickly indicate the charge level on almost any battery. Inexpensive battery checkers can give a good indication of the charge level of alkaline batteries, but the ZTS Multi-Battery Tester can quickly show the charge level of rechargeable NiMh and NiCd batteries as well.The ZTS Multi-Battery Tester (MBT) can check more than 30 battery types, including the popular NiMH and NiCd rechargeable batteries. Its microprocessor-controlled pulse load test is the most advanced and accurate available. The MBT computes the battery’s remaining power capacity (between 10-100%) during each test. It is easy to use – no switches or settings.Microprocessor controlled pulse load placed on the battery at the time of testing gives a clear reading of the battery charge level. The ZTS-Multi-Battery tester doesn’t have the ability to measure battery capacity (ie it won’t be able to check if a battery is 1500 mAh or 2000 mAh) since that requires a tester which completely drains the battery over several hours.Testing Capability: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 zincPower: 4 AA alkaline (internal)Dimensions: 7.25 x 4 x 1.25 inchesWeight: approx 8 oz.Batteries not included.

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