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Unique Conductance Technology

Conductance describes the ability of a battery to conduct current. It is a measurement of the plate surface available in a battery for chemical reaction, which determines how much power the battery can supply. Years of laboratory and field test data have proven that conductance provides a reliable indication of battery state of health and a direct correlation to battery capacity.

As a battery ages, the plate surface can sulfate or shed active material, which adversely affects its ability to perform. Conductance can be used to detect cell defects, shorts, and open circuits which can cause the battery to fail. Using Conductance, Midtronics testers and diagnostic chargers are able to determine the battery's true state of health and provide an indication of the battery's remaining life.

Midtronics Conductance Technology is recognized worldwide as the new standard for determining battery condition and controlling battery charging, and is the required test method for battery warranty decisions at most automotive OEMs worldwide. Major backup power users worldwide use Conductance testing as their guideline for battery management decisions.

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