Product details
BACtrack Element breathalyser – police‑grade accuracy for personal and professional use
Need a reliable way to check your blood alcohol concentration without the faff? The BACtrack Element keeps things straightforward. It’s compact, quick and built around BACtrack’s Xtend fuel‑cell sensor — the same tech used for police‑grade preliminary screening — so you get results you can trust for everyday peace of mind.
what’s inside and how it works
The Element uses an Xtend fuel‑cell sensor that responds linearly and precisely from 0.000% up to about 0.400% BAC. There’s a tiny internal pump to help capture a consistent breath sample, plus automated breath‑flow and temperature checks to cut down on weak or invalid tests. In practice: switch it on, wait the short warm‑up (around 10 seconds), blow steadily for roughly 5 seconds when prompted, and read your result on the clear LCD.
features and benefits
- Police‑grade accuracy – the Xtend fuel‑cell sensor delivers dependable, consistent readings suitable for repeat testing and screening situations.
- Fast and simple – one‑button operation, quick warm‑up and results in under 10 seconds. No fiddly setup, so no more faffing about.
- Reliable sampling – the internal pump and breath‑flow checks improve sample quality, making readings more trustworthy.
- Portable and practical – runs on two AAA batteries (included), lightweight and small enough to slip into a bag or glovebox.
- Hygienic mouthpieces – supplied with several individually wrapped mouthpieces for safe shared use.
- Trusted in the field – used by law enforcement, clinics and treatment centres for preliminary screening and routine checks.
who it’s for and when it helps
If you like to check before getting behind the wheel, this is a handy little tool. It’s also useful for employers carrying out workplace checks, treatment centres monitoring recovery, or first‑responders needing a quick non‑invasive estimate. It’s not a substitute for blood testing in legal proceedings, but it’s a brilliant, fast screening device that helps people make better decisions.
practical notes and specs
Simple to use: insert the two AAA batteries supplied, press start and wait for the brief warm‑up countdown. Blow steadily when prompted. The device shows an estimated BAC on the LCD and the sensor is built to remain accurate over thousands of tests. Typical measurement range is 0.000–0.400% BAC. Model number BT‑ELMT. Compact dimensions (approx. 5.08 x 1.91 x 12.07 cm) make it easy to stow in a pocket or glovebox. The manufacturer’s spec lists the item weight as 0.6 g, which is clearly a typo — expect a lightweight handheld unit.
Few sensible tips: keep spare batteries to hand and avoid testing in extreme cold, as very low temperatures can affect performance. While DOT & NHTSA compliant for preliminary screening, breathalyser readings are estimates — a blood test remains the legal gold standard when it’s required.
All told, the BACtrack Element strikes a neat balance of accuracy, portability and ease of use — ideal for anyone wanting a quick, trustworthy BAC check without complicated kit. Handy, dependable and a small thing that could help you avoid a very big mistake.