Quick Summary
The ANCEL BA101 is a 12V car battery tester for auto battery analysis, with support for batteries rated from 100 to 2000 CCA. It is set up to show battery condition readings including State of Health, State of Charge, voltage, current, CCA, cranking and charging system tests.
The tester uses a black-and-white screen with adjustable contrast and a white backlight. It is powered directly from the vehicle battery and includes multi-language support.
Key Details
| Detail | Verified information and buyer relevance |
|---|---|
| Product type | 12V car battery tester and analyser for checking battery condition and charging system readings. |
| Battery rating range | Supports 100 to 2000 CCA, so the battery’s stated rating needs to sit within that range. |
| Test readings | Displays State of Health, State of Charge, voltage, current, CCA, cranking test and charging system test results. |
| Power | Powered directly from the vehicle battery, so no internal batteries are needed. |
| Display | Black-and-white screen with adjustable contrast and white backlight for easier reading. |
| Battery types | Compatible with Flooded, AGM, GEL and EFB batteries. |
| Standards | Supports JIS, EN, DIN, SAE, BCI, GB, CA, MCA and IEC standards. |
| Minimum battery size | For batteries over 30 Ah, so smaller motorcycle batteries are excluded. |
What to Compare Before Buying
- Battery rating range: This model works with batteries rated from 100 to 2000 CCA. Check the rating on the battery you want to test.
- Battery type: It is listed for Flooded, AGM, GEL and EFB batteries. Make sure your battery matches one of those types.
- Battery size: The stated minimum is over 30 Ah, so check the battery size before choosing this tester.
- Test needs: It provides battery condition, cranking and charging system readings, so compare those functions with the checks you actually want to make.
Common Buyer Questions
Does it need charging?
No. It is powered directly from the vehicle battery.
Can it test every 12V battery?
No. It is listed for 12V lead acid batteries over 30 Ah, and it is not for lithium batteries or 6V, 8V or 24V batteries.
Before You Decide
Confirm the battery is 12V, the rating falls within 100 to 2000 CCA, and the battery type is one of the supported formats. Also check that the battery is over 30 Ah and that the readings you need include battery health, charge status or charging system checks.
