| Instrument Model |
PD-8K |
MM-5kv |
| Portable/battery operated |
Yes |
Yes |
| Weight (pounds) |
4.85 |
1.01 |
| Ring electrode for any size of instrument |
Yes |
Yes |
| Brush electrode |
Yes |
Yes |
| Reusable ring/ brush |
Yes |
Yes |
| Test different electrosurgical instruments ( e.g. laparoscopic and bi-polar) |
Yes |
Yes |
| On-going costs (replacement 9V battery) |
No |
Yes* |
| Adjustable voltage to test various instruments' jacket thickness |
Yes |
Yes |
| Multiple alarm types (spark/flash/sound) |
Yes |
Yes |
| Adjustable alarm sound |
Yes |
Yes |
| Easy to adjust knobs/touch controls |
Yes |
Yes |
| UL battery adaptor |
Yes |
Optional |
| Battery |
Special |
9V |
| Battery pack (external) |
No |
Optional |
| Battery life indicator |
Yes |
Yes |
| Voltage control |
0-8kV |
0-5kV |
| Dimensions (inches) |
10.25 x 6.3 x 2.75 |
8.27 x 2.95 x 1.38 |
| CE certified |
Yes |
Yes |