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This section provides an overview for battery testers as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 33 battery tester manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked battery tester companies as of December, 2024: 1.Schumacher Electric Corporation, 2.B&K Precision Corporation, 3.Battery Test Inc..
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A battery tester is an instrument that can easily measure the internal resistance and voltage of a battery with a probe to diagnose the deterioration of a rechargeable battery.
Normally, as rechargeable batteries are repeatedly charged and discharged, their internal resistance increases, and their performance gradually degrades. Rechargeable backup batteries may also deteriorate over time, and it is important to diagnose their performance in advance.
Using a battery tester, battery performance can be diagnosed immediately without shutting down the equipment. Data is stored in the internal memory and can be transferred to a PC for easy data management.
Battery testers are used to diagnose the deterioration of secondary batteries such as lead-acid and lithium-ion batteries.
In recent years, the demand for secondary batteries in smartphones and electric vehicles has been increasing, and battery testers are useful for diagnosing their deterioration.
By bringing the measurement leads into contact with the electrode terminals, measurement, and storage can be performed in a short period. This makes the tester useful in situations where you want to immediately measure the condition of batteries on-site and manage the stored data using a PC.
The basic principle of a battery tester is simple: measure the voltage when a current is applied to a battery and measure its internal resistance.
Since there are various types of battery testers available, the appropriate one should be selected according to the desired measurement accuracy and budget. Here, we will explain the principle by dividing them into those that use a DC power supply and those that use an AC power supply.
In resistance measurement, the internal resistance R is measured according to Ohm's law by applying a measurement signal current I and measuring the voltage V with a voltage system. There are two methods of resistance measurement: the 2-terminal method and the 4-terminal method. The 4-terminal method is used in battery testers because of its high measurement accuracy. An overview diagram of each method is shown below.
In the 2-terminal method, current is measured by an ammeter after flowing through wiring resistors r1, R, and r2. Therefore, in the voltage system, the voltage across the resistors (R+r1+r2) including the wiring resistor is displayed as the measurement value, resulting in a measurement error.
In the case of the 4-terminal method, the resistance of the voltmeter is sufficiently large that almost no current flows through the voltmeter and wiring resistors r3 and r4, which are connected in parallel. As a result, the voltage measured by the voltmeter is the voltage at both ends of the resistor R. Therefore, it is possible to accurately measure the internal resistance, ignoring the wiring resistors r1 to r4.
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By using an AC power source, even low resistance values can be measured with high accuracy. In addition, the impedance method can be used to measure resistance while the battery is connected to the device.
Rechargeable batteries such as nickel-metal hydride and lithium-ion batteries deteriorate as they are repeatedly charged and discharged, and their internal resistance increases, resulting in a decrease in battery output after a certain number of uses or duration of use.
Failure due to a short circuit in the battery's internal cells can also cause a drop in voltage and heat generation in the battery itself. UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) is a system that supplies power to PCs and other devices in the event of a power failure.
Figure 3. Schematic Diagram of UPS
UPSs contain rechargeable batteries, such as lead-acid batteries, which can be activated in the event of unexpected power failure, preventing PCs, storage, and network equipment from malfunctioning.
The condition of the batteries must be monitored for the UPS to function properly in the event of an emergency. A battery tester can be used to diagnose battery deterioration in a short time without stopping the equipment.
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SINEXCEL-RE is a high-tech enterprise deeply engaged in power electronics and measurement and control technologies. The company’s main business includes the R&D, production, sales, and service of charge-discharge testing equipment, power supplies, software, and other charge-discharge testing systems. Through close cooperation with customers, SINEXCEL-RE provides precise, reliable, and efficient charge-discharge testing solutions.
EA Elektro-Automatik, established in 1974 and headquartered in Viersen, Germany, is a manufacturer that specializes in power electronics for research and development and industrial applications. The company offers a wide range of products, including programmable DC power supplies and conventional, bidirectional, and regenerative DC Supplies and loads. It also offers DC electronics loads and high power density units. Its product automatically offers increased current at lower voltages, enabling a single supply to meet wider test requirements. The company has achieved ISO 9001:2015 certification for its quality management systems. It serves industries such as research and development, education, aerospace, and more.
Mile-X Equipment, Inc., founded in 1979 and located in Coldwater, Ohio, USA, is a manufacturer of automotive and industrial equipment. The product offerings include automotive service equipment, such as tire changers, wheel balancers, and automotive lifts, along with industrial equipment like shop presses and oil filter crushers. These products are designed to improve efficiency, productivity, and safety in automotive repair shops, industrial facilities, and manufacturing plants. The solutions find applications across various industries, including automotive repair, heavy equipment maintenance, metalworking, and manufacturing.
Headquartered in Everett, Washington, Fluke is an American-born company operating since 1948. Fluke offers a variety of testing equipment including digital multimeters, thermal cameras, solar PV testing equipment, thermometers, oscilloscopes, leak detection devices, as well as testing-equipment related accessories. Fluke offers direct online sales.
AMETEK Programmable Power, located in San Diego, California, is a manufacturer of precision power solutions founded in 1982. The company offers precision power supplies, electronic loads, power subsystems, compliance test solutions, and precision modular instrumentation for applications requiring precise power control, testing, and electronic signal monitoring. These products are used in various industries such as research and development, aerospace, defense, telecommunications, and automotive. The company holds and maintains ISO 9001:2015 certification, adhering to industry standards for its quality management system.
NH Research LLC. established in Irvine, CA in 1964 is a manufacturer of power electronics test instruments and systems for automotive, military, aerospace and defense, and renewable energy. Their product portfolio includes Battery Emulators & Simulators, Battery Test Management Software, AC & DC Electronic Loads, and AC & DC Sources. The company has worldwide support services including factory-training programs, turnkey fixture & test program developers, calibration services, customized services and on-line support.
B&K Precision Corporation, established in 1951 and headquartered in Yorba Linda, California, stands as a manufacturer and supplier of test and measurement instruments. Its offerings span various industries and applications, including power supplies and DC electronic loads for power testing, signal generators for signal creation, component testers for evaluating electronic components, oscilloscopes for signal waveform analysis, and spectrum analyzers for frequency spectrum measurement. These solutions provide more options for electronic system design and development across education, research, engineering, production, and maintenance sectors. The company holds ISO 9001:2015 certification for its quality management.
Schumacher Electric Corporation, established in 1947 in Dallas, Texas, is a manufacturer and supplier specializing in power converting products including battery chargers, testers, and more. The company’s product portfolio includes battery chargers, jump starters, portable power solutions, electric vehicle charging solutions and lithium batteries. It also provides custom transformers catering to specific needs in the electronics industry. The company serves consumers seeking battery maintenance solutions and portable power options as well as businesses in the electronics industry requiring custom transformers. The company’s global supply chain includes plants in China, Mexico, and Belgium.
Battery Test Equipment, Co., established in 1989 and headquartered in Pennsylvania, USA, is a manufacturer and distributor of automated motive battery testing and management systems. The company offers a wide range of products, including battery monitoring systems, load banks, battery impedance testers, and battery conductance testers. It also provides custom programs for fully automated testing and management of batteries and services related to battery testing and management systems. It produces a centralized control system that allows researchers to control multiple battery testers from one single PC. The industries that it serves include automotive, defense, pharmaceutical, electronic, semiconductor, and more.
Exponential Power has roots dating back to 1915 and began with the merger of Storage Battery Systems and Summit Power Systems in 2014, and is now headquartered in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin. Exponential Power is a distributor of stored power solutions, serving offshore, telecom, energy-services, utilities, energy, data centers, motive power, material handling, distribution, and manufacturing industries. Exponential Power provides batteries, battery backs, power systems, battery cabinets, UPS, as well as other products. Exponential Power offers services such as installation, maintenance, repair, and rental equipment.
GYS France is a manufacturer of collision repair equipment and car battery chargers that was established in 1964 in Saint-Berthevin, France. The company’s product lineup includes plasma cutters, inverter welder machines for metal inert gas or metal active gas (MIG/MAG) as well as tungsten inert gas (TIG) welding, and spot welding generators. It also offers battery chargers, boosters, and testers for salvage or rescue operations. The company operates internationally, with subsidiaries and factories in Europe and China.
Gester International Co.,Ltd., was established in 1997 and is based in Quanzhou, Fujian, China as manufacturer and supplier of various testing equipments. The company's product portofolio includes Textile Testing Equipment, Footwear Testing Equipment, Leather Testing Equipment, Yarn/Fiber testing equipment, and Toy Testing Equipment, used in industries such as toy, textile, shoe and furniture manufacturing to improve the product quality. Their products are compliant with both domestic and international industry standards such as ISO, ASTM, DIN, EN, and BS. The company also provides aftermarket service for testing equipment products including Installation and Training, Equipment Maintenance, Product Calibration, and Product Certification.
TECPEL CO.,LTD. was established in 1990 and is a manufacturer of test and measurement devices based in Xindian, New Taipei City, Taiwan. The company manufactures various devices such as digital thermometers, temperature humidity transmitters, digital pH meters, digital handheld multimeters, and light meters datalogger. The products are manufactured under the CE requirements standards. The company was awarded the Asia-Pacific e-Business Champions of the Year 2008 from Alibaba. The company participated in various exhibitions such as Taitronix Exhibition, The 9th Taipei International Instrument Exhibition, and The Automotive Electronics Show 2018.
Xiamen Tmax Battery Equipments Limited, founded in 1995, is a manufacturer in Xiamen, China, specializing in lithium battery equipment and technology. Their product portfolio includes battery production equipment lines, lithium battery machines, and battery materials. The battery equipment and technology offered by the company are used in the manufacturing, testing, and research of lithium batteries used in consumer electronics like smartphones, electric vehicles (EVs), energy storage systems (ESS), and renewable energy solutions. With ISO9001:2008 certification, Xiamen Tmax serves clients globally collaborating with companies including Apple, Tesla, BMW and universities such as California University and the University of Sydney.
Bell Experiment Equipment Co., Ltd., established in 2005, is a manufacturer of environmental and battery test chambers based in China. The company specializes in the production of environmental test chambers, including thermal shock chambers and walk-in environmental chambers. These products are designed to meet the testing needs of multiple industries, ensuring the reliability and durability of their products under different environmental conditions. With its ongoing research and development of test chamber, it continues to introduce products such as Li-ion battery safety, EV battery safety, environmental and mechanical test equipments to the international market in Europe, Asia, South America and Australia.
KIKUSUI ELECTRONICS CORP., founded in Yokohama, Kanagawa in 1951 is a manufacturer od electronic measuring instruments, electronic loads, and safety test equipment. The company's product portfolio includes Electrical Safety Testers, EMC Testers, Harmonics and Flicker Testers, Battery/Capacitor Testers, and AC Electronic Loads. The company serves industries such as Oil and Gas, Aerospace and Defense, Automotive and Transportation, Construction, and Power Generation. The company provides services such as Product Selection Guidance, Engineering Support, and Custom Manufacturing.
Arbin Instruments is a manufacturer of test equipment for batteries and other energy storage devices headquartered in College Station, Texas, and was founded in 1991. The company provides electric vehicle cell testing, half, full, and symmetric cells testing, and life cycle testing services. It also provides central monitor and control, central data, and group management channel synchronization solutions to monitor status of tests, backup test data, and synchronize test progress. The company is also located in Germany, China, Hong Kong, and other countries.
Bosch Automotive Service Solutions Inc. founded in the year 1866, and based in Stockport, United Kingdom, is a manufacturer and supplier of diagnostic devices. Their product portfolio includes a diverse range of diagnostics systems, tachs, gauges, and auto parts. The company offers quality products that are handy, precise, professional, and automotive diagnostic devices designed for everyday use in workshops. The products are used in various industries which include transportation, vehicles, agriculture, and construction for diagnosing and repairing solutions.
SNA Europe, founded in 1850 and headquartered in Paris, France, is a manufacturer of hand tools. The company provides hand tools for the professionals working in the automotive, metal cutting, construction, and other industries. It has invented some other essential tools, such as the adjustable wrench, multi-component handles, and sandflex saws. With over 400 registered patents and multiple awards, the company offers more than 24,000 products and resources like tool finder on its website.
Helvi S.p.A., established in 1975 and headquartered in Sandrigo, Vicenza, Italy, is an industrial machinery and accessories manufacturer and supplier. The company offers products comprising three primary categories:welding inverters, portable plasma cutters, and smart battery chargers for various vehicle battery types. It also produces welding PPE, welding and cutting machine accessories, and mobile fume extractors. These products are suitable for use by smaller trade services, such as automotive body and mechanical repair shops and HVAC installation service professionals.
Ranking as of December 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Schumacher Electric Corporation |
7.5%
|
| 2 | B&K Precision Corporation |
6.5%
|
| 3 | Battery Test Inc. |
5.3%
|
| 4 | NH Research LLC. |
4.8%
|
| 5 | FLUKE Corporation |
4.8%
|
| 6 | EA Elektro-Automatik, Inc. |
4.6%
|
| 7 | Kikusui Electronics Corporation |
4.6%
|
| 8 | Mile-X Equipment, Inc. |
4.1%
|
| 9 | Milton Industries, INC |
3.9%
|
| 10 | ANSMANN AG |
3.8%
|
Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the battery tester page as of December 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
|
United States of America
|
12 | 46.2% |
|
China
|
4 | 15.4% |
Germany
|
2 | 7.7% |
|
France
|
1 | 3.8% |
|
Taiwan
|
1 | 3.8% |
|
Japan
|
1 | 3.8% |
Canada
|
1 | 3.8% |
Austria
|
1 | 3.8% |
United Kingdom
|
1 | 3.8% |
Spain
|
1 | 3.8% |
Slovenia
|
1 | 3.8% |
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