Auracle PRO electronic gold tester

Summary

The PRO (professional) model is the most sophisticated. For the professional dealing with  thousand of pounds-worth of gold per day this is not expensive and it has the most features. 

• Tests 8ct to 24ct
• 20% improved accuracy
• Tests yellow gold, white gold and platinum
• Increased accuracy when testing high-carat gold
• Dynamic alphanumeric LCD display shows carat value and gold percentage
• Innovative bar graph that shows you where in the karat range the gold falls. (Example: if it is in the low, middle, or high karat value within the 14K range).
• Follow easy steps including filing to identify non-gold, gold plate
• To perform a test simply touch the pen probe to filed jewelry
• Dual test modes—Standard Mode (shows karat and bar graph) and Enhanced Mode (shows karat, bar graph and gold %)
• Easy one-step calibration using a yellow a sample of yellow of exactly 18ct (optional extra)
• Sleek, contoured, ergonomic design is compact and portable
• Built-in storage compartment for pen probe
• Easy-to-read large LCD display
• Smart two-button control panel
• Data port connector for software updates and peripherals (for FACTORY USE only)
• Auto-check pen probe and battery usage life percentage functions
• Low battery indicator
• Replaceable pen probe provides up to 5000 thousand of tests with proper care
• Powered by a 9V alkaline battery (included) or a mains adaptor (included). 
• Includes pen probe, jewellers file, and mains adapter 
• One year full warranty
• A second year limited warranty subject to inspection / approval in the USA

Technical

• Dimensions: 190 X 115 X 60mm (7.5 X 4 X 2 inches)
• Weight: 290g including pen-probe
  
• Chemicals: no acids involved, the probe contains a harmless salt solution.
• Testing range: Carat scale displays 8K, 10K, 14K, 18K or 22K with a graph to show how close it is to those standard (standard in the USA) carats. Note, the PRO is American, different spelling, "Karat' not 'carat). Percentage scale in Enhanced Mode.
• Pen-probe life: up to 5000 tests (replacement pen-probes readily available)
  
• Testing speed: touch pen probe to the item, result shown in 2 or 3 seconds
  
• Calibration: one-touch calibration with a sample of exactly 18ct (e.g. a hallmarked item). If you are a trader you will have plenty of 18ct hallmarked gold. If you don't, an 18ct calibration sample is available as an optional extra. 
  
• Power: one size A battery or mains adaptor (power supply) - both included
• Guarantee: 1 year.  In addition to our standard 1 year guarantee there is a manufacturers 'limited warrant' for a second year. This is subject to inspection and approval in the USA, postage payable in advance/non-refundable. 

Extras

INCLUDED WITH EVERY PRO (these don't come as 'standard'):

• Carrying pouch 
  
• Gold-polishing cloth
• Hallmark card
• UK power supply for mains operation

If you order online (not by phone or email and not if you visit us in person) you will also have the option of selecting a  free gift. 

OPTIONAL EXTRAS:

A pen-probe is included, if you'd like a spare, select from "Optional Extras".

You will need a sample of 18ct yellow gold to 'match' the electronics in the tester to the reading on the display (technical term: calibration). If you are a professional trader you will have plenty of 18ct hallmarked yellow gold. If not, an 18ct calibration sample is available,  select one from the drop-down list in OPTIONAL EXTRAS.

Limitations

The ANALYZER is for testing jewellery. We would welcome feedback on how well it tests for gold in other forms (powder, granules, flecks embedded in quartz) but it is designed for testing jewellery

The ANALYZER works best on yellow gold (readings on white gold vary). It will not test silver and cannot distinguish platinum from Palladium. This is why every serious jewellery / scrap dealer also uses acids - acids will cope with all of the above (see our  special set of acids for use with electronic testers, Q3-FOR-EGT). 

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Pen-probe 

A pen-probe is included with your purchase, if you'd like a spare, click on View Optional Extras.  

A pen-probe is like a felt pen, if you don't replace the cap firmly it dries out. The manufacturers say it will give "up to 6000 tests". They also say it should be replaced after a year.  We guarantee a pen-probe for one month. 

See more details about pen-probes.

Disclaimer

All testers must be used in conjunction with the user's skill, knowledge and experience. Under no circumstances shall QUICKTEST be liable for direct or indirect loss sustained in connection with any item. Nothing is 100% accurate, you must understand the limitations of any tester you buy. Full support given for items you buy from QUICKTEST.

Related Articles

• Not sure what type of tester to get? See our fascinating article, Twelve methods of testing gold, silver and platinum.
• You’ve been looking at other brands and models? See Reviews of 9 electronic gold testers (and pen-probes).
• For small very fragile/valuable items such as rare coins (and also loose gemstones) see the specific gravity tester. 
• Finally, do remember that acids are the most versatile and accurate for testing precious metals, see What he various testing kits do and Testing white metals.
• You have read about the limitations of electronic and need acids to test the precious metals that electronic gold testers can't cope with - see our special Q3 for use with electronic gold testers. Please note, this is only available for sale with electronic gold testers. 

Free gift details

If you would like one of the following free gifts with this product, select one from “Select your free gift” above.

	Jewellery Making for Profit [cl] (RRP £5.90 )
	The Identification of Sheffield Plate [cl] (RRP £5.90 )
	10X18 with 20X12 Loupe - not triplets (RRP £6.50 )