AlcoScan™ AL 5000 Pro Digital Breath Analyzer Highly Sensitive, Commercial Grade, Digital Alcohol Detector Item Discontinued/No longer Available ALTERNATIVE MODEL AVAILABLE Mouthpieces Only still available • order below Quantitative conversion of breath alcohol content to equivalent blood alcohol (BAC) percentage within seconds. Results displayed on a large LED panel. Self-calibrating, commercial grade construction. U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and NTHSA approved. Precision accuracy. Automatic sample volume sensor with error messaging. Auto power shut off. Completely portable unit. Suggested for personal and law enforcement field use. Supplied with extra mouthpieces and soft carry case.

PRINCIPLE

The AlcoScan AL5000 Digital Professional alcohol breath analyzer is a U.S. DOT approved precision alcohol detection instrument which employs an advanced integrated *MEMS microchip gas sensor to determine equivalent blood alcohol content within a range of 0.00% to 0.40% in increments of .01% from a measured breath sample with a sensor accuracy rate of +/- 0.01% at 0.10% BAC. Results are displayed digitally. Easy and convenient to use, this professional portable model is recommended for both personal and law enforcement field use when high performance and accuracy of results is indicated. Additionally the AlcoScan 5000 is ideally suited for zero tolerance alcohol testing programs where even the smallest amount of system alcohol can be detected. The AL5000 model includes 8 specially designed non-disposable one-way mouthpieces that prevent subject manipulation of breath sampling by "blow back" and insuring proper breath sampling.  As with all electronic measuring devices, accurate results are significantly impacted by failure to follow proper testing protocol and use instructions included with the unit. Specifications and features of the AlcoScan AL5000 Digital Pro model follows:

*MEMS is the abbreviation for Microelectro-Mechanical Systems, a technology developed at the University of California at Berkley that employs miniscule silicon sensors or "motes" a.k.a "Smart Dust". Smart Dust, as the name implies, is the equivalent of coating a receptor microchip with micro fine powder consisting of millions of individual smart sensor motes. The use of MEMS, or smart dust, exponentially increases the sensitivity and detection effectiveness of the receptor microchip in identifying and quantifying targeted molecules (hydrocarbons in the case of alcohol breath analyzers). This increased sensitivity and accuracy however can be more readily compromised by cigarette smoke or other contaminates in the air. Therefore it is extremely important that MEMS devices be used as free from ambient smoke as possible. See Technology and Accuracy.

TESTING PROTOCOL

Important. Wait at least 10 minutes after consuming alcohol or smoking before testing. This period is necessary for all the alcohol molecules to be absorbed into the system preventing a high false positive reading. Also, components of tobacco smoke can effect the accuracy of BAC readings by interfering with the sensor microchip. It is also recommended to perform the test in a smoke free environment. See Technology and Accuracy.

1. Depress the power button to activate the test unit. The unit is powered by two AA alkaline 1.5V batteries (included).
2. Place one of the eight mouthpieces (included) over the breath sample intake tube.
3. The AlcoScan AL5000 will automatically begin a self test and sensor calibration routine. The digital display will commence a numeric countdown sequence indicating that purge cycles and circuit tests are taking place. Two audible beeps, a RDY (ready) indicator on the display and 0 in the display result panel indicate the unit is ready for breath sampling.
4. Take a deep breath and blow steadily and continuously for 2-3 seconds into the mouthpiece or until two short beeps are heard. Note: Intermittent blowing or blowing too long or too short will result in an "Flu" or error message on the display. Press the "Power" button to restart the test routine from the beginning.
5. The AL5000 will then display the letter O moving right to left indicating the sample is being processed.
6. After 10-15 seconds, the test result in percentage BAC will be displayed indicating completion of the test.
7. The AL5000 will then power off automatically after 10 seconds.

Using the AlcoScan AL5000 is an economical and accurate way to avoid the many risks associated with alcohol consumption. These risks are well publicized and can lead to life threatening consequences not only for intoxicated individual but also for other persons potentially affected by the condition. Used as a monitor, the AlcoTech Digital can indicate when equivalent blood alcohol percentages are below or above state legal limits preventing potential arrest or worse, reckless endangerment of others.  This professional breath analyzer is recommended for "on the spot" testing whenever alcohol consumption is planned or intoxication is suspected. With the exception of replacement of the batteries, the AlcoTech Digital should provide accurate readings indefinitely as long as the sensor is not damaged. Test protocol and use instructions must be followed for accurate results. For additional information on technology method and specificity expectation see Technology and Accuracy.

AVAILABILITY

Each AlcoScan AL5000 Professional Digital Breath Analyzer comes boxed with eight reusable, non-disposable one-way mouthpieces, custom leather pouch, carry strap, two AA 1.5 volt batteries and complete operating instructions. For sanitary reasons, it is recommended that each mouthpiece be used only by the same person or be washed in hot water or sterilized between uses. Note: The special mouthpiece must be used for each test or damage could occur to the sensor microchip. Mouthpieces are constructed of high grade ABS plastic and will last indefinitely.

Description	Packaging	Sale Unit	Cost
AlcoScan AL5000 Digital Pro Breath Analyzer	Boxed	One (1) Unit	Discontinued
		Three (3) Units	Discontinued
		Six (6) Units	Discontinued
		Twelve (12) Units	Discontinued
		Twenty Four (24) Units	Discontinued
AlcoScan AL5000 One Way Mouthpieces Only	Poly	100 Each Pack	$39.00

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