Launch Tech goes electric
To help garages and workshops meet the demand of more electric vehicles (EVs) arriving in garages, Launch Tech has shored up its range of EV diagnostic tools and workshop equipment with new devices and technology to offer technicians a complete range for diagnosing EVs and carrying out battery repair work.
EV diagnostics involve the use of specialised tools and techniques to identify and fix problems in electric vehicle components and systems to ensure proper functionality.
The different types of diagnosis in EVs include diagnosis of the computer system of the electric vehicle, the battery and charging system, as well as other components such as brakes, suspension and steering.
The company’s range includes two brand-new diagnostics tablets, the PO1 and PO3, as well as an EV battery cell balancer, the EB240, plus the EP260 for advanced charging and discharging, and finally the ET30, a battery pack leakage tester.
Launch Smartsafe PO1 and PO3 EV Diagnostic Tools
Both diagnostic tablets have been designed for the testing and diagnosis of new EV systems and internal combustion engine (ICE)-powered vehicles, including the deep diagnosis of battery packs of multiple manufacturers.
Launch Tech’s PO1 and PO3 tools offer technicians a one-tool solution with 37 special service and reset functions and include bi-directional control, live data reading and recording and system identification.
EV battery testing includes voltage detection of each module in the battery pack and displaying the voltage of each module, highlighting the highest and lowest voltage. Similarly, the temperature of each module is also displayed.
Detection includes error codes in the battery management system, system ECU identification. Plus it has special functions for match and learn replacement components to the BMS. It also includes two years’ software update and warranty.
The PO1 and PO3 are ADAS ready on purchase of a Launch ADAS system. An immobiliser function is included to identify and authorise remote keys.
Launch Tech’s PO3 also comes with a two-channel oscilloscope with 10mHz bandwidth and multimeter, auto A/C D/C ranging 600V.
Launch Smartsafe EB240
This battery cell balancer for maintaining EV batteries can be used to overcome range degradation caused by battery pack voltage inconsistencies.
The new tool features a seven-inch touch screen interface, data processing unit, data monitoring unit, equalising cables, and panel operating module, plus, a wide voltage range suitable for all lithium batteries, multiple overcharge and discharge protections, and built-in memory holding operation reports, using the latest battery equalising technology.
The EB240 is suitable for use in qualified EV workshops, battery production facilities and research and development centres.
Launch Smartsafe EP260
Launch Tech’s EP260 is an advanced charging and discharging device for lithium batteries. This tool has various testing and maintenance modes, including discharge, charging, cycle discharging and charging tests of various designs of EV batteries.
The main features of the EP260 includes wide voltage design, covering varying voltage requirements, voltage and temperature monitoring to protect the battery and equipment. Plus, a seven-inch touch screen, built-in memory to support storage of records, there’s no interference with the BMS system and is simple to operate.
Launch Smartsafe ET30
This new battery pack leakage tester is used to test the integrity of an EV battery pack. It uses compressed air to apply pressure to the inner cavity or surface of the battery, then sensitive sensors detect variations in pressure within the battery cavity to determine any leakage of the battery pack.
The ET30, with its a seven-inch touch screen featuring highly sensitive sensors to significantly improve accuracy, displays the progress of each test on the screen, showing a visual and audible warning with any abnormal test results. ET30 will display simultaneously the pressure dial and test curve, and memorise the test parameters to improve operator efficiency.
For more information on the Launch Tech range contact Woodford Diagnostic & Training on 049 436 2877.
