{"product_id":"auracle-pro-electronic-gold-tester","title":"Auracle PRO electronic gold tester","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-family: 'PT Sans',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: #0a0a0a; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt; background: white; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-family: 'PT Sans',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN;\"\u003eTests 8ct to 24ct including white gold\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-family: 'PT Sans',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN;\"\u003eTests platinum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-family: 'PT Sans',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN;\"\u003eTo perform a test simply touch the pen probe to the item\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-family: 'PT Sans',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-family: 'PT Sans',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN;\"\u003eDual test modes — \u003cem\u003eStandard Mode\u003c\/em\u003e (shows karat and bar graph) and\u003cem\u003e Enhanced Mode\u003c\/em\u003e (shows percentage)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-family: 'PT Sans',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN;\"\u003eInstructions and results on one large LCD display\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-family: 'PT Sans',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN;\"\u003e20% improved accuracy; i\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-family: 'PT Sans',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN;\"\u003encreased accuracy when testing high-carat gold\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-family: 'PT Sans',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN;\"\u003eInnovative bar graph that shows you where in the karat range the gold falls. (Example: if it is in the low, middle, or high carat value within the 14ct range).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-family: 'PT Sans',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: #0a0a0a; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt; background: white; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-family: 'PT Sans',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN;\"\u003eSleek, contoured, ergonomic design is compact and portable, s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-family: 'PT Sans',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN;\"\u003emart two-button control panel, o\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-family: 'PT Sans',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN;\"\u003ene easy-to-read large LCD display shows instructions and results\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: #0a0a0a; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt; background: white; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-family: 'PT Sans',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN;\"\u003eBuilt-in storage compartment for pen probe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-family: 'PT Sans',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: #0a0a0a; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt; background: white; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-family: 'PT Sans',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN;\"\u003eDynamic alphanumeric LCD display shows carat value and gold percentage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: #0a0a0a; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt; background: white; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-family: 'PT Sans',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN;\"\u003eEasy one-step calibration \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: #0a0a0a; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt; background: white; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-family: 'PT Sans',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN;\"\u003eData port connector for software updates and peripherals (for FACTORY USE only)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: #0a0a0a; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt; background: white; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-family: 'PT Sans',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN;\"\u003eAuto-check pen probe and battery usage life percentage functions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: #0a0a0a; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt; background: white; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-family: 'PT Sans',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN;\"\u003eReplaceable pen probe provides up to 5000 thousand of tests with proper care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: #0a0a0a; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-family: 'PT Sans',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; background: white; mso-ansi-language: EN;\"\u003ePowered by a 9V alkaline battery (included) or a mains adaptor (included). CE-approved.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-family: 'PT Sans',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: #0a0a0a; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-family: 'PT Sans',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; background: white; mso-ansi-language: EN;\"\u003eIncludes pen probe, jeweller's file, and carrying pouch \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-family: 'PT Sans',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-family: 'PT Sans',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN;\"\u003eTests yellow gold, white gold and platinum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-family: 'PT Sans',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; background: white; mso-ansi-language: EN;\"\u003eOne year warranty. The supplier offers a 'two year limited warrantee' but, since this is not valid under UK consumer law, we offer a '\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-family: 'PT Sans',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; background: white; mso-ansi-language: EN;\"\u003esecond year limited warranty'. That means, for the second year, you pay the postage to the USA and wait to see if they  will repair it. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-family: 'PT Sans',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; background: white; mso-ansi-language: EN;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 190 X 115 X 60mm (7.5 X 4 X 2 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 290g including pen-probe\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChemicals:\u003c\/strong\u003e no acids involved, the probe contains a harmless salt solution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTesting range:\u003c\/strong\u003e STANDARD MODE shows carat, 8K, 10K, 14K, 18K or 22K with a graph to show how close it is to those standard (standard in the USA) carats. If between 8K and 10K, it's 9ct. Note, the PRO is American, different spelling, \"Karat' not 'carat', they are the same. ENHANCED MODE shows gold content in percentage rather than in carat. \u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePen-probe life:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 5000 tests (replacement pen-probes readily available)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTesting speed: \u003c\/strong\u003etouch pen probe to the item, result shown in 2 or 3 seconds\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalibration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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, a 18ct calibration sample is available as an optional extra. \u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower: \u003c\/strong\u003eone size A battery or mains adaptor (power supply) - both included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGuarantee: \u003c\/strong\u003e1 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. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExtras (included)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarrying pouch \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGold-polishing cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHallmark card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeedle-file\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery + UK power supply for mains operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf 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. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eOPTIONAL\u003c\/em\u003e EXTRAS:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eA pen-probe is included, if you'd like a spare, select from \"Optional Extras\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou 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 \u003cem\u003ewill\u003c\/em\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLimitations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PRO 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\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PRO works best on \u003cem\u003eyellow\u003c\/em\u003e gold (readings on white gold vary). It will not test silver.  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, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.quicktest.co.uk\/products\/quicktest-3-tester-for-use-with-electronic-gold-testers\"\u003eQ3-FOR-EGT\u003c\/a\u003e). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVideo\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cvideo width=\"100%\" height=\"auto\" controls=\"controls\" poster=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0537\/3037\/7919\/files\/Screenshot_2026-02-25_143609.png?v=1772031043\"\u003e\n  \u003csource src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/videos\/c\/o\/v\/dc2b98048b24489e98436a38fcaa3120.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\"\u003e\u003c\/video\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePen-probe \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA pen-probe is included with your purchase, if you'd like a spare, click on \u003cem\u003eView Optional Extras\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003cem\u003e  \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 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 5000 tests\". They also say it should be replaced after a year.  We guarantee a pen-probe for one month. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenerally, we find that a pen-probes last between 6 and 18 months but it can be as long as 2 years or as short as 6 weeks\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ethe guarantee is one month from the date of purchase.  \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eSee more details about \u003ca href=\"\/testing-precious-metals\/reviews-of-several-elecronic-gold-testers#section_5\"\u003epen-probes\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Articles\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/testing-precious-metals\/more-methods-of-testing-gold-and-other-precious-metals\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot sure what \u003cem\u003etype\u003c\/em\u003e of tester to get? See our fascinating article, \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/testing-precious-metals\/gold-testing\"\u003eTwelve methods of testing gold, silver and platinum\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou’ve been looking at other brands and models? See \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/testing-precious-metals\/reviews-of-several-elecronic-gold-testers\"\u003eReviews of 9 electronic gold testers\u003c\/a\u003e (and pen-probes).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor small very fragile\/valuable items such as rare coins (and also loose gemstones) see the \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/testing-precious-metals\/testing-gold-specific-gravity-method\"\u003especific gravity tester. \u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinally, do remember that acids are the most versatile and accurate for testing precious metals, see \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/testing-precious-metals\/acid-tests-what-the-various-testing-kits-do\"\u003eWhat he various testing kits do\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/testing-precious-metals\/testing-white-metals\"\u003eTesting white metals\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou 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 \u003ca href=\"\/products\/quicktest-3-tester-for-use-with-electronic-gold-testers\"\u003eQ3 for use with electronic gold testers\u003c\/a\u003e. Please note, this is only available for sale with electronic gold testers. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Quicktest","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55843383935355,"sku":"PRO","price":595.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0537\/3037\/7919\/files\/auracle-pro-tester-3.jpg?v=1769434740","url":"https:\/\/www.quicktest.co.uk\/products\/auracle-pro-electronic-gold-tester","provider":"Quicktest","version":"1.0","type":"link"}