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12 Volt Tools BT-501 500A Carbon Pile Battery Load Tester

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Key features

  • Adjustable load: Apply a carbon-pile load of up to 500 A for battery checks.
  • Dual analog meters: View voltage and current while testing.
  • CCA scale: Read the scale up to 1000 CCA.
  • Amp-hour scale: Read the scale up to 160 amp-hours.
  • 4 AWG battery cables: Approximately 3 feet long for connecting the tester to the battery.


Description

Product Overview

Check a 12 V lead-acid battery under an adjustable load with the 12 Volt Tools BT-501 500A Carbon Pile Battery Load Tester. Its dual analog meters show voltage and current during load, starting-system, and charging-system checks.

Key Features & Benefits

  • Adjustable load: Apply a carbon-pile load of up to 500 A for battery checks.
  • Dual analog meters: View voltage and current while testing.
  • CCA scale: Read the scale up to 1000 CCA.
  • Amp-hour scale: Read the scale up to 160 amp-hours.
  • 4 AWG battery cables: Approximately 3 feet long for connecting the tester to the battery.

Technical Specifications

Brand 12 Volt Tools
Model BT-501
Catalog part BLT501
Product type Carbon pile battery load tester
System 12 V lead-acid
Adjustable test load Up to 500 A
CCA scale Up to 1000
Amp-hour scale Up to 160
Meters Dual analog; displays voltage and current
Battery cables 4 AWG; approximately 3 feet long

Why Choose This Product?

The BT-501 combines adjustable carbon-pile loading with voltage and current readings in one tester. Its CCA and amp-hour scales add reference points when you assess a 12 V lead-acid battery.

Installation & Compatibility Notes

This tester is for 12 V lead-acid systems. Follow the manufacturer’s maximum 15-second test duration, and observe all ventilation, heat, and connection precautions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which batteries is the BT-501 intended for?

It is intended for 12 V lead-acid systems.

How much test load can it apply?

The adjustable carbon-pile load goes up to 500 A. Follow the manufacturer’s maximum 15-second test duration.

What do the analog meters display?

The dual analog meters display voltage and current during load, starting-system, and charging-system checks.

How long are the battery cables?

The 4 AWG battery cables are approximately 3 feet long.

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