Choosing a data centre battery tester means finding one that can safely test live UPS strings without taking them offline. In a data centre, a battery that fails during a mains outage can bring down every rack it supports, so regular testing is one of the simplest ways to protect uptime.
Our data centre and UPS clients often ask us:
- Which battery tester is best for a data centre?
- Is there a tester I can use while my system is still live?
- Do you have a tester that can analyse different battery systems?
The answer to all three is yes, and it starts with impedance testing.
What to look for in a data centre battery tester
Data centre UPS systems run long strings of batteries at high voltage, and taking them offline for a full discharge test is rarely practical. That’s why impedance (internal resistance) testing has become the routine check. Internal resistance rises as a battery ages, so tracking it over time shows which units are weakening well before they fail. Battery University explains how internal resistance is measured and why it is such a useful indicator.
A good data centre battery tester should:
- Test safely on live, high-voltage strings
- Record results for every battery so you can compare them over time
- Store and share data easily, so nothing is lost between visits
For more on testing without an outage, see our FAQ on how to test UPS batteries without dropping the load.
TEKON 960 Impedance Battery Tester
The Tekon 960 Impedance Battery Tester is designed to make field service maintenance simple for technicians, and it can handle virtually all high-voltage battery systems. It produces fast, accurate measurements on live battery systems, so you can assess the condition and ageing of each battery (1000V max.).
Results can be stored internally in an 8MB data bank or sent to a remote location using the mobile app on site. Every result is recorded, which minimises the risk of lost data.
The Tekon 960 can measure internal resistance on systems up to 500V, battery system voltage up to 1000V and AC voltage up to 600V. It also measures ripple voltage, current and temperature. Using historical data, it diagnoses ageing batteries and predicts their remaining life, so you can plan replacements before a failure.
Key features of the Tekon 960
- Measures internal resistance on battery systems up to 500V
- Measures battery system voltage up to DC1000V
- Measures AC voltage up to 600V (for UPS)
- Measures ripple voltage, current and temperature
- Diagnoses ageing batteries and predicts life span from historical data
- Stores historical results in 8MB of memory
- Auto-hold and data storage
- Prints measurement reports
- Sends data to remote locations through the mobile app
See our full range of industrial battery testers for other options.
Signs your UPS batteries need attention
Testing is most valuable when you know what to look for. Rising internal resistance, shorter runtime and voltages that drift from the rest of the string are all early warnings. Our FAQ on the signs a UPS battery is failing covers what to watch for. Our guide on how to test your UPS batteries walks through a full maintenance routine.
Battery tester training from Valen
We support our clients well after the sale with battery tester training for your team. Training can be held at your office or battery site, giving your technicians hands-on experience with expert guidance. It also keeps your team up to date on battery technology, safety and testing practice.
Find the right data centre battery tester
Ready for accurate, hassle-free results at your site? Contact the Valen team to talk about the Tekon 960 and the best testing approach for your data centre.
