AlcoHawk Pro: Professional Edition Digital Alcohol Detector |  | Brand: AlcoHawk
Category: Health and Beauty
List Price: $159.95
Buy New: $91.94
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Seller: RitzCamera
Rating:  34 reviews
Sales Rank: 5763
Color: Black
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Number Of Items: 1
Batteries Included: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 3
Dimensions (in): 5 x 1 x 2
MPN: Q3I-11000
Model: Q3I-11000
UPC: 890004000058
EAN: 0890004000058
ASIN: B000FJCX6U
Release Date: April 28, 2006
Availability: Usually ships in 3-4 business days
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| Features:
| • | Includes 5 mouthpieces, carrying case, wrist strap, battery, car adapter, instructions, zipper bag, one-year warranty and official retail box | | • | Single button operation | | • | Features FlowCheck breath monitoring system for maximum accuracy | | • | Used by police, clinics, schools, concerned parents, employers and also used for personal use | | • | DOT / NHTSA approved, and by FDA |
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Product Description
Designed for maximum accuracy - used by hospitals, schools, and law enforcement as an alcohol screening device. The AlcoHAWK Pro is one of the most accurate semiconductor-oxide breathalyzers available. This new model takes a deeper breath sample from subjects and provides more accurate results than similar models. This model is trusted by many professional organizations for employee screening, emergency room care, and roadside testing. The semiconductor sensor accuracy is ±0.01%BAC at 0.10% BAC and is DOT / NHTSA approved as an alcohol screening device. The AlcoHAWK Pro is also 510(k) Certified by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The AlcoHAWK Pro now includes innovative FlowCheck technology. An important aspect of breath testing is ensuring that subjects blow a large volume of air through the tester. FlowCheck will verify that enough air has been blown through the AlcoHAWK Pro before displaying a test result. If the FlowCheck engages and recognizes that not enough air was blown, an error message will be displayed and a retest should be performed.
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 This thing is PRO! May 23, 2008
J. Martino (San Diego, CA USA)
12 out of 14 found this review helpful
I purchased the AlcoHawk Pro Alcohol Detector from Amazon about a month ago, and have used it 4 times. This thing is great! It provides consistent (accurate) readings when used correctly.
*Pros:
Good battery life
Accurate sensor
Easy to use
Comes with a nice hard plastic case with a soft cloth cover, a DC (cigarette lighter) adapter, and extra plastic mouthpieces
*Cons:
Price
20 Minute wait time after last food/drink
To test the accuracy of this product, my girlfriend and I both had about 6 drinks over the course of 1.5 hours. We each waited 20 minutes, then took turns blowing into the machine. Over the course of 10 minutes and 3 tests, my BAC read 0.05-0.06, deviating only by 0.01. My girlfriend's readings were 0.11-0.13, deviating by only 0.02. Considering we took alternating turns with the machine over a short period of time but it maintained its accuracy, I'd say the sensor within this machine is worth every penny.
I was apprehensive about the price of this item, but after using it a few times I highly recommend it!
A Great Gift for Those You Care About June 21, 2008
Timothy B. Riley (San Antonio, TX USA)
7 out of 8 found this review helpful
I bought this item as a kind of "gag-gift" for the training department of my largest client. They are a pretty young group and like to party every now and then. They thought that it was hilarious that I got it for them and immediately started joking about how they could incorporate it into some of their drinking games (on their days off of course). Later I learned that what started as a joke led to them using it to make sure that their team members were fit to drive. I received some sincere thanks from them later for caring enough to get them this well made, pro-quality detector.
Amazing eye opener! September 2, 2007
Laguna (Laguna Beach, CA USA)
17 out of 22 found this review helpful
I have always heard about people driving when they are over the legal limit and wondered why they thought they were OK to drive. I began wondering what it really felt like to be at or above the legal limit in California which is .08 but found no way of getting accurately tested.
When I purchased this unit, it was exactly as described and although I chose the free shipping method of delivery, it came rather quickly.
Easy to set up and use and I was on my way. I was at a dinner party where cocktails were served before dinner and wine with dinner. Afterwards we had coffee (no more alcohol) and when I wanted to leave and drive home about an hour later, I decided to check my level. What a shock to see that I registered .12, but felt totally able to drive and would have done so had I not checked myself.
I then ran myself through some of the tests that you see the cops do on TV and was able to perform without any problems, but had I been in even a little accident that wasn't my fault, I would have gone to jail.
I highly recommend this to anyone!
Good tool for moderation! April 16, 2008
S. Ingersoll (Alaska)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
I bought this because although I like to imbibe, I do not like to get drunk. Being moderate is important to me. The Alcohawk Pro: Professional Edition Digital Alcohol Detector is a great purchase for those looking to be sure never to drive over the BAC limit (or let their guests do so either!), for those who want to be moderate and have a way to keep yourself really honest, or to just learn your tolerance levels better.
Imagine knowing what it REALLY feels like when you're a .08 BAC and you thought you were "fine" to drive! It's a powerful safety tool. However, it will warn you not to use it to judge your ability to drive - they have to make that disclaimer so they don't get sued. But, isn't it better that you at least checked in with yourself before you got behind that wheel?
Yes, you'll have to get it recalibrated but it comes with a log book so you can guesstimate when it's time to send it in for services. Hey, 20 bucks in recalibration costs is cheaper than the thousands a DUI or worse consequences would cost you. And that goes for the cost of the machine, too. I got the highest quality one for just that reason. Anything is cheaper than the possible consequences of drinking. Spend the extra cash and get this one. Just be sure to follow the directions carefully and don't let people play with it unnecessarily.
AlcoHawk Pro breathalyzer September 8, 2008
Cindy H. (Louisiana)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I purchased the AlcoHawk Pro Breathalyzer from Amazon.com after searching the internet for the best breatalyzer. This one is the most recent and best available one on the market, even in use by some policemen. At Amazon.com I found it at about half price of what the other websites sold it for. It is brand new and works wonderfully. I will continue to buy from Amazon.com for best value on many items!
Cindy
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