Megger BITE 5 Battery Tester – Precision Battery Health Analysis
The Megger BITE 5 Battery Tester is a cutting-edge, all-in-one solution for professionals who need accurate and efficient battery testing. Whether you work in substations, telecommunications, solar and wind energy, UPS maintenance, or data centre operations, the Megger BITE 5 delivers the tools you need to assess, diagnose, and maintain battery systems with confidence.
With its advanced capabilities, the Megger BITE 5 allows you to set pass, warning, and fail limits for impedance and voltage, record ripple voltage AC ripple, ripple current, float current, and track results over time. The built-in touch screen interface makes it simple to navigate menus, review data trends, and configure test parameters in the field. Data can be stored internally and transferred via USB or microSD card to Megger’s PowerDB software for custom reports and automated analysis.
Megger BITE 5 Key Features:
| Feature | Details |
| Battery Types | Tests lead-acid (VLA and VRLA), NiCd, and lithium-ion batteries |
| Voltage Measurement Range | Measurements up to 200 V DC for lithium-ion testing |
| Measurement Capabilities | Measures cell impedance voltage, cell voltage, temperature, and voltage AC ripple |
| Current Measurement | Records AC current (ripple) and DC current (float) |
| Battery Discharge Testing | Measures voltage, impedance, temperature, and DC current throughout the discharge cycle |
| String Voltage Capacity | Measures string voltages up to 1000 V DC and AC voltages up to 600 V AC |
| Renewable Energy Applications | Suitable for solar combiner box measurements and inverter input/output testing (DC side up to 1000 V, AC side up to 600 V) |
| Data Analysis | Data trending and analysis on the unit’s colour touch screen interface |
| Data Transfer | USB and microSD card data transfer; wirelessly connects to PowerDB software |
| Display | Complete with colour touch-screen display |
More Than Just Battery Testing
While primarily known as a Megger BITE 5 battery tester, it can also be used for wider electrical maintenance. Record combiner DC voltages from solar panels, measure inverter inputs and outputs, or verify the performance of renewable energy storage modules – all without interrupting operations. This flexibility makes the Megger BITE 5 a valuable investment for technicians across multiple industries.
How It Works
The Megger BITE 5 measures voltage, current, impedance, and temperature both in stand-by and during discharge cycles. It captures and trends test results, helping you spot changes such as increased internal resistance that signal cell degradation. This is crucial for preventing failures in mission-critical applications, as demonstrated in field use where weak cells in telecom energy storage modules were identified in under an hour using the Megger BITE 5.
Applications:
- Battery impedance testing
- Battery discharge testing
- Solar combiner box measurements (up to 1000 V DC)
- Lithium-ion battery testing (up to 200 V DC)
- Renewable energy system diagnostics
What comes with the Megger BITE 5?
- Megger BITE 5 Battery Tester
- (90037-555) Duplex probes (With temperature probe)
- (90037-576) Voltage test leads
- (90039-077) Charger
- (90037-529) Neck strap
- (90037-575) Zero bar
- (90037-572) 16G Micro SD Card
- (90037-571) Micro SD Card USB reader
- (90037-569) USB cable
- (90037-570) Stylus
- (90037-573) Carry bag
- (90037-574) Pouch bag
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: Can the Megger BITE 5 test batteries online without taking systems offline?
A. Yes, it is designed for online testing, making it ideal for critical systems where downtime is unacceptable.
Q2: Does it measure both AC and DC ripple?
A. Yes – it records ripple voltage AC, ripple current, and DC float current for detailed performance analysis.
Q3: Can it be used on lithium-ion batteries?
A. Absolutely. It supports lithium-ion battery testing up to 200 V DC.
Q4: Is the Megger BITE 5 suitable for solar power applications?
A. Yes, it can measure combiner DC voltages and inverter inputs/outputs, making it useful for solar system maintenance.