A plain 500 A carbon-pile tester for 12 V batteries up to 1,000 CCA at a lower price than the Solar 1874.
Amazon $115.20The FJC 45115 500 Amp and the Clore Solar 1874 500 Amp are evenly matched, rated 3.3 and 3.2. The FJC 45115 500 Amp costs $16.68 less ($115.20 vs $131.88).
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A proper adjustable carbon-pile tester for car and light-truck batteries, from a long-standing shop brand.
Amazon $131.88Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every load testers car battery tester; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | FJC 45115 500 Amp | Clore Solar 1874 500 Amp |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Price 25% | 64 $115.20 | 58 $131.88 |
| Battery coverage 25% | 17 up to 1,000 CCA | 17 up to 1,000 CCA |
| System tests 20% | 80 tests the starter, charging system | 80 tests the starter, charging system |
| Features or load 20% | 70 500 A load | 70 500 A load |
| Warranty 10% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| FJC 45115 500 Amp | Clore Solar 1874 500 Amp | |
|---|---|---|
| Testing | ||
| Type | Carbon pile | Carbon pile |
| Battery voltages | 12 V | - |
| Rating range | up to 1,000 CCA | up to 1,000 CCA |
| Load current | 500 A | 500 A |
| Starter test | Yes | Yes |
| Charging system test | Yes | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Display | - | Analog |
