THE SOC140 BATTERY ANALYZER
(FOR SEALED LEAD-ACID BATTERIES)

The SOC140 is a fast and accurate field test instrument used to determine the state-of-charge (rated capacity) of sealed lead-acid batteries housed in equipment or stored as inventory.  This patented instrument has been modified with the latest technology to accommodate the newer, more sophisticated batteries entering the market.

While the SOC140 is not the first battery tester on the market, it is the only one using an exclusive testing method that allows the operator to exercise and explore the battery’s internal profile - in less than 43 seconds - measuring the state-of-charge (SOC) of the battery.  Because of this short, accurate testing period, the SOC140 will assist an organization in reducing costs, thus increasing profit while providing ultimate reliability and safety for employees, customers and consumers alike.  Companies often overlook revenue lost due to a misunderstanding in the importance of battery maintenance.  98% of all ups systems failures are the result of faulty batteries and operator error.  Reductions in diagnostic test times, simplified operation, better inventory management and finding field faults with equipment already in service are just some of the ways the SOC140 will capture these lost revenues, thus ensuring a short pay-back period on the cost of the instrument. 

The expanded use of sealed lead-acid batteries in equipment such as fire/security alarms, emergency lighting and integrated security systems has given rise to the need for more accurate and faster testing methods in order to meet the regulations set up by federal, state and local government agencies regarding duration of power, storage, and transportation, such as the NFPA and other regulatory commissions.  The SOC140 was designed to assist users in meeting these regulations, without the burden of increased maintenance costs or service call times.

A battery’s deterioration may be altered by many factors, but the most common causes of diminished stored energy capacity is self discharge and improper battery charging methods.  Typically, self discharge is a phenomenon where the rate increases with temperature.  Even a battery on float charge for long periods of time often deteriorates below its ability to work at full capacity.    It is essential, therefore, to periodically test batteries to determine their SOC, thus assuring required performance characteristics are intact.

Newer type batteries require more sophisticated re-charging technology, which unless clearly understood during the product development process can result in poor operational performance of the equipment being powered.  This is significantly evident in the emergency and security equipment entering the market today. Improper re-charging contributes to battery failure, but misunderstanding of the handling of batteries contributes equally in battery failure rates.  Even the best battery made will not work properly if it is not treated correctly.

The SOC140 will assure the user that the battery has been tested to provide sufficient energy in emergency conditions.  This portable tester is ideal for all applications including field diagnostic, regulatory compliance testing, maintenance or installation and stored battery inventory management.  The SOC140 is perfectly suited for both on-site and laboratory needs and is available in its own ruggedized carrying case with the ability to test in excess of 450 batteries per internal battery charge.  The SOC140 will test 6 and 12 volt 3-140 ampere hour batteries using a 43 second test cycle furnishing an evaluation of the battery’s condition.