Tool Review: Clore PRO-LOGIX 12/24V Flashing Power Supply and HD Battery Charger, No. PL6850
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Q: How did the tool/equipment function as far as saving you time?
A: This tool saved me time by keeping battery voltage at or above a certain level during control unit software updates. By keeping steady battery voltage during these procedures, this product helped me ensure software updates would go through the first time around.
Q: What kind of setup was involved before using the product?
A: The setup involved hooking up the positive and negative cables to the charger and plugging in the power cord to the back of the unit. I also installed the supplied carrying handle and brackets. These brackets use the same screws that secure the sheet metal on the sides.
Q: How easy was it to use?
A: It was straightforward to use. The button layout, digital readout, and indicator lights made it quite easy to determine mode selection, charging rate, and battery voltage.
Q: How was its packaging? Did it come with any accessories?
A: Packaging was sufficient to protect the charger during shipping. A carrying handle was included as an accessory.
Q: Was there a manual included? If so, did you use the manual, and was the manual easy to understand?
A: Yes, a PDF copy of the manual was included. I used the manual to understand the specifics of how some of the features worked. The manual was written in a way that was easy to comprehend.
Q: What features did you like?
A: I liked the power supply feature for use during software updates/programming. The carrying handle is definitely a plus as it makes transporting the unit around the shop light work. The “soft start” mode to properly charge deeply discharged batteries seems useful, though I have not yet had the opportunity to try out that feature.
Q: Is there any way you could think to improve or add to this tool?
A: An engine start feature would be a nice addition to this tool. Otherwise, I'm happy with what the PL6850 has to offer.
Q: What types of jobs/repairs did you use this tool for? Please provide a few specific examples.
A: I used this tool on vehicles affected by recall campaigns that involved performing software updates.
Q: How does this tool compare to other tools you’ve used like it?
A: I have used a co-worker’s Blue-Point EEBC-FLASH benchtop charger in the past, which has a similar display/button layout. The PRO-LOGIX PL6850 matched or exceeded the other charger in terms of performance and capabilities.
Q: On a scale of 1 to 10, how would you rate this tool overall? Why?
A: I would rate this tool a 10 due to the abundance of features and its dependability thus far.
