Hioki · Battery testing
Hioki BT3554-50 Battery Tester
$125 per day ex GST, 1 to 7 days
Per day, AUD ex GST. The rate for your total hire length applies to every day, and the total never drops at a band change. Minimum hire one day. Australia-only hire; freight and handling quoted separately. Hiring for more than 90 days? Call for a long-term rate: 1300 730 499
Work out your hire
Pick your first and last day to see the hire charge.
| 7 days | $875 |
|---|---|
| 14 days | $1,575 |
| 28 days | $2,625 |
| 60 days | $4,725 |
- Delivery or collection
- Freight Australia-wide, quoted with availability, or collect from Hobart, Launceston, Adelaide or Newcastle. Urgent? Call 1300 730 499 rather than send the form.
- Datasheet
- Manufacturer's datasheet (PDF). Calibration certificate supplied with the instrument.
Overview
About the Hioki BT3554-50 Battery Tester
Description
The Hioki BT3554-50 is a handheld battery internal resistance and voltage tester, designed for fast, accurate assessment of the health of lead-acid and other stationary batteries used in UPS systems, DC power supplies, substations, and telecom installations. With its ability to measure internal resistance, terminal voltage, and temperature in one step, it helps identify failing cells without needing full discharge testing. Featuring Bluetooth connectivity, automatic data storage, and quick pass/fail judgment, the BT3554-50 is ideal for routine battery maintenance, diagnostics, and long-term asset monitoring.
Features
• Measures internal resistance, voltage, and temperature of batteries
• Optimised for lead-acid and nickel-based battery types
• Voltage range: ±6 V and ±60 V DC ranges
• Measurement time: about 1.6 seconds per reading
• Auto-hold and audio signal on stable readings
• Bluetooth® wireless communication to the GENNECT Cross app with the optional Z3210 wireless adapter
• Supports pass/fail thresholds and on-screen judgment
• Memory for up to 6,000 data sets
• Optional barcode scanner and temperature probe
• Supplied with durable probe set, battery pack, and carry case
Specifications
| Measurements | Internal resistance (AC, 1 kHz), DC terminal voltage, temperature (-10 to 60 °C with optional probe) |
|---|---|
| Resistance ranges | 3 mΩ, 30 mΩ, 300 mΩ and 3 Ω (maximum display 3.100 Ω) |
| Resistance accuracy | ±1.0% rdg ±8 dgt (3 mΩ range), ±0.8% rdg ±6 dgt (30 mΩ to 3 Ω ranges) |
| Voltage ranges | ±6 V and ±60 V DC, accuracy ±0.08% rdg ±6 dgt |
| Memory | 6,000 data sets |
| Interfaces | USB, wireless with optional Z3210 adapter (GENNECT Cross app) |
| Power supply | 8 x AA alkaline batteries, about 8.3 h continuous operation |
| Dimensions and weight | 199 x 132 x 60.6 mm, 960 g with batteries and protector |
| Operating temperature | 0 to 40 °C, 80% RH or less non-condensing |
Manufacturer's published specifications. Your quote confirms the configuration supplied.
What’s in the case
- BT3554-50 battery tester
- Battery and charger
- Test probes (L2020 pin type or equivalent)
- Quick-start guide and Bluetooth pairing instructions
- Soft carry case
- Optional, on request: barcode reader or temperature probe
Calibration
All Megavar test equipment is maintained under a documented calibration programme. Instruments are calibrated either by external calibration laboratories or in-house against reference standards that are themselves laboratory-calibrated, with measurement traceable to Australian national measurement standards held by the National Measurement Institute. A current calibration certificate is available on request. If your project requires a specific calibration interval, test standard, or documentation for a client submission, tell us at enquiry on 1300 730 499 and we will confirm what applies before you commit.
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A Tailored Hire Experience That Works for You
At Megavar, our dedicated test equipment hire division provides high-quality electrical testing instruments for both short and long-term use. Our team makes sure you receive the right tools, ready to go, every time. From fast dispatch to door-to-door freight, our hiring process is streamlined to get you up and running quickly and confidently.
- Rapid delivery and collectionDoor-to-door freight for minimal downtime
- Fast, simple bookingsPlace an order and we’ll handle the rest
- Fault supportIf a set plays up, call us and we will arrange a fix or a replacement.
Our 3-step easy process
Hiring Made Easy in 3 Simple Steps
Step 1: Request a Quote
Submit your rental request online, and our team will respond promptly with availability and pricing.
Step 2: Organise Your Rental
Once confirmed, we’ll quickly process your booking and dispatch the equipment. Delivery and collection can be arranged to suit your schedule.
Step 3: Use with Confidence
Supplied with the manufacturer’s manuals. If a set plays up, call us and we will arrange a fix or a replacement.
How the hire works
Hire terms in brief
After you enquire
We confirm availability, rates and freight in a written quote, valid for the period it states (usually 14 days). An enquiry or quote does not reserve equipment: the hire is booked when your purchase order, signed quote or email acceptance reaches us.
Hire period
Our carrier: up to 72 hours of transit each way is not charged as hire. Hire starts at delivery or 72 hours after dispatch, whichever is earlier, and ends at handover to our carrier or 72 hours before the equipment arrives back, whichever is later. Delay caused by us or our carrier is not charged. For example, dispatched Monday 10am and delivered Wednesday 2pm: hire starts Wednesday 2pm. Routes that normally take longer than 72 hours are marked on the quote. Your own freight: hire runs from handover to your carrier at our office until the equipment arrives back at our office. Collect in person: from collection to return.
Extensions and early return
Contact us before the return deadline to extend; your quoted rates stay fixed and extended hire is invoiced every 7 days. Return early and you pay only for the days used, at the rate band for the days actually hired.
Delivery and returns
Freight for each leg, the handling fee and any express dispatch are on the quote, before you accept. Returns go to the dispatching office named on the quote, by carrier or in person, never by post.
Counter times
Returned to our counter before 9am on a business day counts as the previous day. Collected after 4pm on a business day, hire starts the next day. Weekends and public holidays count as hire days.
Calibration and checks
Supplied in working order with listed accessories, leads and manuals. Each measuring instrument is calibrated, and its current NATA-traceable calibration certificate is available on request. If calibration falls due during your hire, we tell you before dispatch.
Cancelling or moving a booking
Cancel 5 or more business days before dispatch or collection and nothing is charged. With 2 to 4 business days’ notice, the charge is the greater of one day’s hire and 5% of the booked hire; with less notice, the greater of one day’s hire and 10%. You can ask once to move the start by up to 30 days, with at least 2 business days’ notice.
Loss, damage and insurance
The equipment is your responsibility, other than fair wear and tear, from the start of hire until it is back with us, including in transit, up to the replacement value cap shown on the quote for each item. No damage waiver is offered. We recommend you insure the equipment for its replacement value.
Payment and bond
Account customers pay each invoice within 14 days. Without a credit account, or paying by card, you pay the booked hire, freight, handling fee and any bond before dispatch. A bond applies only where the quote states one, and is refunded after return and inspection, less anything owed.
Summary of our Terms and Conditions: Test Equipment Hire. Full hire terms
Enquire about Hioki BT3554-50 Battery Tester Hire
When and where do you need it?
Send your hire dates and delivery location and we will confirm availability and lead time by the end of the next business day.
Or call us directly on 1300 730 499
Need help with your rental?
1300 730 499 We’re available Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. Urgent hire: call rather than send the form. rentals@megavar.com.auQuestions about this hire?
Call 1300 730 499 for availability, rates and booking. If a set plays up during the hire, call us and we will arrange a fix or a replacement. Counter collection and returns 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Hioki BT3554-50 Battery Tester
What does the BT3554-50 measure?
It measures battery internal resistance, terminal voltage, and optional temperature, helping assess battery health quickly without requiring discharge.
Which battery types is it compatible with?
It is optimised for sealed lead-acid, VRLA, and nickel-based batteries used in backup power and substation DC systems.
Can it test batteries while they are online?
Yes. It allows online testing without disconnecting the battery from the system, making it ideal for live UPS and backup bank inspections.
Is it suitable for full battery capacity testing?
No. It is a diagnostic tester, not a load bank. It assesses internal condition but does not perform discharge capacity testing like the Torkel series.
Does it store test data?
Yes. It stores up to 6,000 data sets onboard. Bluetooth transfer to the GENNECT Cross app or PC needs the optional Z3210 wireless adapter; ask whether it is fitted to the hire unit.
How fast are the measurements?
Typical test time is about 1.6 seconds per reading, allowing fast walkthroughs for large installations.
What’s included in the rental?
• BT3554-50 battery tester
• Battery and charger
• Test probes (L2020 Pin Type or equivalent)
• Soft carry case
• Quick-start guide and Bluetooth pairing instructions
• (Optional) barcode reader or temperature probe
What support comes with the hire?
Each instrument is supplied with the manufacturer’s manuals. If a set plays up, call us and we will arrange a fix or a replacement.
What is the minimum hire period?
The minimum hire is one day. The daily rate steps down for hires of 8 days or more, and longer project hires can be quoted on 1300 730 499.
Do you deliver across Australia?
Yes. We provide nationwide delivery and pickup, or you may organise your own freight.
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