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Autel  |  SKU: MaxiBas BT506

Autel MaxiBas BT506 | Battery Tester

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€197,95 incl.
€163,60 excl.

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The Autel MaxiBas BT506 is a wireless battery tester for analyzing 12V batteries and starting/charging systems in passenger cars and light commercial vehicles. The device works in combination with an Autel tablet via Bluetooth and supports various battery types, including conventional lead-acid, AGM, AGM Spiral, EFB, and gel. Thanks to the adaptive conductance technology, it provides accurate measurements of the actual battery condition and health status.

After connection to the battery terminals via the integrated clamps, the BT506 communicates wirelessly with the paired tablet, which displays all test results, graphs, and reports. The tester performs battery tests, starting system tests, and charging system tests and automatically detects the CCA value, voltage, and internal resistance. In combination with an Autel diagnostic tool, the technician can immediately perform a battery registration via the vehicle’s BMS system after replacement.

ADVANTAGES

✔ Works wirelessly via Bluetooth with the Autel tablet, enabling the technician to test next to the vehicle without a cable to the OBD port.
✔ Supports not only battery tests but also starting system and charging system analysis, allowing a complete diagnosis of the 12V system.
✔ Tests multiple battery technologies including AGM, EFB, and gel, suitable for modern start-stop vehicles.
✔ Results are immediately saved on the tablet as a digital report, which can be linked to the VIN for customer records.

KEY POINTS

✕ The BT506 only works in combination with a compatible Autel tablet; operation and reading are not possible without a host device.
✕ Battery registration after replacement requires an Autel diagnostic tool with BMS functionality; the BT506 does not perform this operation independently.
✕ Suitable for 12V batteries; for 24V applications in trucks, a different tester from the Autel range is required.

Applications and functionalities

The BT506 supports the following test and analysis functions on the 12V system:

  • Battery test: Measures voltage, internal resistance, and CCA value and determines the battery's state of health (SoH) and state of charge (SoC).
  • Starter system test: Analyzes the behavior of the starter motor during starting and detects voltage drop or slow buildup indicating starting problems.
  • Charging system test: Checks the operation of the alternator and voltage regulator under load and no load to detect charging deviations.
  • Battery type recognition: Selects the correct test profile for lead-acid, AGM, AGM Spiral, EFB, and gel batteries.
  • Report generation: Saves test results and exports them as a report linked to vehicle data or VIN.

Special functions and capabilities

The BT506 stands out with the following features:

  • Adaptive conductivity technology: Combines conductivity measurement with dynamic analysis for more accurate determination of the actual battery condition than traditional methods.
  • Connection with diagnostic tablet: Integrated workflow where test results are immediately available within the Autel diagnostic platform, including referral to BMS registration via an additional diagnostic tool.

Package Contents

  • 1x Autel MaxiBas BT506 | Battery Tester
  • 1x Quick start guide
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Good to know: For the most reliable measurement results, battery terminals should be clean and free of corrosion before connecting the clamps; dirty terminals can lead to inaccurate CCA values.

Technical specifications

General

The brand that manufactures the tester.Brand
Autel
Whether the device tests only the battery, or also starting and charging by the alternator. A more comprehensive tester finds more causes of starting problems.Type of tester
Battery and system tester
Which battery voltages you can test. 12 volts is for cars, 24 volts for lorries and buses.Battery voltage
  • 12 V

Batteries and standards

Which types of batteries the tester can assess accurately. Modern cars with start stop often have an AGM or EFB battery.Battery types
  • Lead acid
  • AGM flat plate
  • AGM spiral wound
  • EFB
  • Gel
The standards in which you can enter the battery's cold start current. Choose the standard shown on the battery.Test standards
  • CCA
  • EN
  • DIN
  • IEC
  • JIS
  • SAE
  • BCI
  • CA
  • MCA
  • GB
Between which values the tester can measure the cold cranking current. A wider range suits more types of batteries.Cold start current measuring range
100 to 2,000 CCA

Test functions

Measures the condition, state of charge and cold start current of the battery. This shows whether the battery is still good or needs replacing.Battery test
Measures how far the voltage drops when the engine starts. This shows whether the starter motor draws too much current.Start test
Checks whether the alternator charges the battery properly. Useful if the battery keeps going flat.Charging system test
Shows the internal resistance of the battery. A high resistance indicates a worn battery.Internal resistance measurement

Screen and controls

Whether the tester connects wirelessly to a phone or Tablet, to view and save results.Bluetooth
Whether previous measurements are saved so you can review them later.Save results

Other specifications

Test functions
Battery test, starter system test, charging system test
Connection
Bluetooth, wireless to Autel tablet
Vehicle connection
Integrated battery clamps

Reviews

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★★★★★ Daniel C.

Easy to use with app or autel device

Easy to use with app or autel device

★★★★★ Anonymous

It's a nice battery tester. You can use it with both your Autel diagnostic device and mobile phone.

★★★★★ MichelVerified buyer

Fast and good delivery - satisfied with the features and performance