Specifications

The SABRE HP Battery and Electrical System Diagnostic Tester with Printer (Model 3168) from OTC Tools and Equipment is engineered for robust performance in professional diagnostic environments. It weighs 7.35 lbs and measures 17.5 × 13.5 × 5.3 inches.

• Battery Compatibility: Tests 6- and 12-volt flooded lead acid (FLA) and Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM) batteries.
• Operating Range: Supports a 50-2000 CCA operating range.
• Test Scales: Includes CCA, CA, AHR, MCA, JIS, DIN, IEC, and EN scales for comprehensive battery assessment.
• Display: Features a clear 4 x 20 backlit display for easy readability in various lighting conditions.
• Memory: Equipped with flash upgradeable memory for future software enhancements.
• Test Leads: Comes with removable/auto-sensing 3-foot test leads; optional 10-foot leads are available.
• Printer: Integrated infrared wireless printer provides instant, date/time-stamped results with user-definable print headers and footers.
• Durability: Housed in an over-molded enclosure with soft-touch keys for durability and comfortable operation.
• Low Voltage Testing: Capable of diagnosing batteries accurately down to a 1-volt state of charge.
• Expandability: Supports optional amp clamps for advanced current drain and starting/charging measurements.

Key Features

• Patented Micro Load Technology: Utilizes OTC's patented Micro Load technology and digital circuitry to precisely control battery test loads, ensuring highly accurate assessments of battery health and capacity.
• Comprehensive Diagnostics: Performs full electrical system analysis by assessing both static and dynamic battery conditions, starter draw, alternator output, and diode integrity with multiple fixed loads.
• Diagnose Discharged Batteries: Accurately diagnoses bad batteries even in a discharged state, eliminating the need for pre-charging.
• Temperature and State-of-Charge Compensation: Compensates for varying temperatures and states of charge to provide more reliable test results.
• Bad Cell Detection: Features advanced capabilities to detect individual bad cells within a battery.
• User-Friendly Interface: The intuitive 4 x 20 backlit display and soft-touch keys simplify operation, presenting clear, detailed instructions and test results.
• Field Upgradeable: Flash upgradeable memory allows for future software updates to keep the tester current with evolving vehicle technologies.
• Integrated Printer: Includes an infrared wireless printer for immediate, on-site printouts of diagnostic results, enhancing customer communication and record-keeping.

Applications

The SABRE HP Battery and Electrical System Diagnostic Tester with Printer is an indispensable tool for professionals in various automotive service settings.

• Automotive Service and Repair: Essential for swiftly and accurately diagnosing battery and electrical system issues across a wide range of cars, trucks, and other vehicles.
• Fleet Maintenance: Facilitates routine checks and preventative maintenance on vehicle fleets, contributing to enhanced reliability and reduced downtime.
• Battery Sales and Installation: Enables technicians to verify the condition of new batteries and accurately diagnose issues with customer batteries, aiding in proper recommendations and sales.
• Professional Technicians and Service Centers: Designed for use by professional technicians and service centers requiring precise and efficient battery and electrical system analysis.

Benefits

• Enhanced Accuracy: Patented Micro Load technology and digital circuitry provide highly accurate and reliable battery and electrical system assessments, even for batteries discharged down to 1 volt, reducing the risk of incorrect diagnoses.
• Increased Efficiency: Quickly identifies battery and electrical system faults without requiring batteries to be fully charged, streamlining diagnostic processes and saving valuable technician time.
• Improved Customer Trust: Generates instant, professional printouts of test results, allowing technicians to clearly communicate findings and recommendations to customers, fostering transparency and confidence.
• Versatile Performance: Tests a wide array of 6- and 12-volt battery types, including flooded lead acid and AGM, ensuring comprehensive coverage for various vehicles and battery chemistries.
• Durable and User-Friendly Design: The rugged, over-molded enclosure and intuitive interface are built for the demanding shop environment, providing comfortable and dependable operation.
• Proactive Maintenance: Enables proactive identification of marginal batteries and potential electrical system issues, helping to prevent unexpected vehicle breakdowns and ensure reliable vehicle operation.