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The AlcoMate
Plus Breathalyzer Sensor Module

How
do I install a Pre-Calibrated Alcohol Sensor Module?
For
the AlcoMate Plus, please take the following steps
to install a new sensor module
![]() Prepare your AlcoMate Plus. Make sure it is powered off. |
![]() Remove the battery cover. |
![]() Remove the batteries. |
![]() Using a screwdriver, remove both screws under the battery cover. |
![]() Using a screwdriver, remove both screws under the battery cover. |
![]() Pull the two tabs (to the left and right of the battery compartment) up from the device. |
![]() Pull the two tabs (to the left and right of the battery compartment) up from the device. |
![]() Lift up the entire back portion of the device. |
![]() Remove the back portion from the device. |
![]() Remove the circuit board (with sensor and breath tube attached). |
![]() Hold the breath tube where it is attached to the sensor module. |
![]() Remove the breath tube from the sensor module. It should lift easily. |
![]() Pull the sensor module up from the adapter slot. Be careful. |
![]() Prepare a new pre-calibrated sensor module. |
![]() Replace the new sensor module into the adapter slot. |
![]() Press firmly to make sure that the new sensor module is secured in place. |
![]() Re-attach the breath tube, as shown. |
![]() Replace the circuit board to its original position. |
![]() Snap the back portion of the device back on to the front, securely. |
![]() Use a screwdriver to remount the screws. |
![]() Replace the batteries. |
![]() Finally, replace the battery cover. |
![]() Ready for Testing! |
The AlcoMate Plus offers the latest in cutting-edge breath alcohol sensing technology as well as powerful and convenient features.
Special
Features
Active Pressure Sensor
Deep-Lung Air Sampling
Cumulative Test Counter
Low Battery Indicator
Auto Power Off
"One-Way-Flow" Mouthpieces
AlcoMate Plus Specifications
| Alcohol Sensor: | Semiconductor type alcohol sensor |
| Size: | 116 mm x 59 mm x 27 mm |
| Body Material: | Plastic |
| Weight: | 105 g including batteries |
| Battery: | Two 1.5V AA Alkaline (included) |
| Detection Range: | 0.00% ~ 0.40% BAC |
| Lifetime Tests: | ~3000 tests |
| Recalibration Need: | Not required* *(Sensor modules should be replaced approx. every 300 tests) |
| Breath Sampling Time: | ~5 seconds |
| Users: | Law Enforcement, Professional Consumers |
| Warranty: | 1 Year |
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Digital Breathalyzer Comparison Chart |
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| Products |
AlcoScan AL-2500 |
AlcoMate Core |
AlcoHawk ABI |
AlcoMate Prestige (AL6000) |
AlcoMate Premium (AL7000) |
AlcoHawk Elite |
AL3100 Tabletop |
AlcoScan AL3500 |
Drager
Car Breathalyzer |
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| Classification | Novelty | Personal | Professional | Professional | Professional | Professional | Public | Public | Vehicle | |
| Typical User | Recreational Activities |
Recreational Activities |
Parents, Drivers | Parents, Drivers | Parents, Drivers, Schools, Govt., Employers |
Parents, Drivers, Schools, Govt., Employers |
Non-Profit Organizations | Coin-operated Public Business |
Voluntary Drivers (1) |
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| Key Advantage | No Mouthpiece | Low Cost | Small Size | Small Size | Best Accuracy | Makes Money | Stops DUIs | |||
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| Supplies |
AlcoScan AL-2500 |
AlcoMate Core |
AlcoHawk ABI |
AlcoMate Prestige (AL6000) |
AlcoMate Premium (AL7000) |
AlcoHawk Elite |
AL3100 Tabletop |
AlcoScan AL3500 |
Drager
Car Breathalyzer |
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| Replaceable Sensor Module |
Requires Prof. Service for Recalibration |
Requires Prof. Service for Recalibration |
Requires Prof. Service for Recalibration |
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Requires Prof. Service for Recalibration |
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| Single mouthpieces | None | Straws | Straws | |||||||
| Box of 100 mouthpieces |
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| Specifications |
AlcoScan AL-2500 |
AlcoMate Core |
AlcoHawk ABI |
AlcoMate Prestige (AL6000) |
AlcoMate Premium (AL7000) |
AlcoHawk Elite |
AL3100 Tabletop |
AlcoScan AL3500 |
Drager
Car Breathalyzer |
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| Accuracy | 0.01% | 0.01% | 0.01% | 0.01% | 0.01% | 0.01% | 0.005% | 0.01% | Call Us | |
| Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) % |
0.00 - 0.40% | 0.00 - 0.40% | 0.00 - 0.20% | 0.01 - 0.40% | 0.00 - 0.40% | 0.01 - 0.40% | 0.000 - 0.500% | 0.00 - 0.40% | Call Us | |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year | 1 year | 1 year | 1 year | 1 year | 1 year | 1 year | Call Us | |
| Breath Sampling Time |
2-4 sec. | 5 sec. | 4 sec. | 4-5 sec. | 5 sec. | 5 sec. | 4 sec. | 3 sec. | ||
| Display | 3 LCD Digits | 3 LCD Digits | 3 LCD Digits | 3 LCD Digits | Ultrabright
Back Light 4 LCD Digits |
Blue Lit 3 LCD Digits |
3 LCD Digits | 3 LCD Digits | ||
| Sensor Type | SemiConductor | SemiConductor | SemiConductor | SemiConductor | SemiConductor | SemiConductor | SemiConductor | SemiConductor | ||
| Weight | 85g | 105g | 200g | 105g | 105g | 180g | 3kg | 5.5 Kg | 545g | |
| Extra Features |
AlcoScan AL-2500 |
AlcoMate Core |
AlcoHawk ABI |
AlcoMate Prestige (AL6000) |
AlcoMate Premium (AL7000) |
AlcoHawk Elite |
AL3100 Tabletop |
AlcoScan AL3500 |
Drager
Car Breathalyzer |
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| Mouthpieces Required |
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| Low Battery Indicator |
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| Pressure Sensor |
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| Deep Lung Air Sample |
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| Auto Power-Off |
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| Continuous Multi-testing |
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| One-Way Air Mouthpieces |
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| Replaceable Sensor Module |
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| Realtime Clock | ||||||||||
| Installation Required | (6) |
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| Certifications |
AlcoScan AL-2500 |
AlcoMate Core |
AlcoHawk ABI |
AlcoMate Prestige (AL6000) |
AlcoMate Premium (AL7000) |
AlcoHawk Elite |
AL3100 Tabletop |
AlcoScan AL3500 |
Drager
Car Breathalyzer |
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| FDA 510K Approved |
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| DOT Approved |
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| NTHSA Approved |
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| ISO Certified |
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| Meets US Coast Guard Requirements |
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| Accessories Included |
AlcoScan AL-2500 |
AlcoMate Core |
AlcoHawk ABI |
AlcoMate Prestige (AL6000) |
AlcoMate Premium (AL7000) |
AlcoHawk Elite |
AL3100 Tabletop |
AlcoScan AL3500 |
Drager
Car Breathalyzer |
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| Extra Sensor Module | (5) |
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| Car Adapter | ![]() (Full Pack Only) |
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| Field Testing Kit | ![]() (Full Pack Only) |
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| Info |
AlcoScan AL-2500 |
AlcoMate Core |
AlcoHawk ABI |
AlcoMate Prestige (AL6000) |
AlcoMate Premium (AL7000) |
AlcoHawk Elite |
AL3100 Tabletop |
AlcoScan AL3500 |
Drager
Car Breathalyzer |
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| Detection Modes | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | ||||