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A breathalyzer with printer is a device that combines the functions of a breathalyzer, used to measure the alcohol level in a person’s breath, and a printer, which allows to generate a report or printed ticket with the results of the test.
The operation of a breathalyzer with printer is similar to that of a conventional breathalyzer. The device uses sensor technology to detect the alcohol content in a person’s breath. These sensors can be electrochemical or infrared-based, and their accuracy may vary depending on the model and quality of the device.
When a breathalyzer test is performed, the person blows into the device and it measures the level of alcohol in their breath. Depending on the result, the breathalyzer will display a reading on the screen and, in the case of a breathalyzer with a printer, it will also print a detailed report with the test results.
The printed report may include information such as the date and time of the test, the level of alcohol detected, the unit of measurement used, the legal limits allowed in the relevant jurisdiction, and any other relevant information. This report can be useful in legal situations, such as field sobriety tests for drivers or in work environments where breath alcohol measurement is required.
It is important to note that the results obtained with a breathalyzer should be interpreted with caution and do not replace more accurate tests performed by professionals, such as blood tests. In addition, proper device calibration and maintenance are critical to ensure measurement accuracy.
What data does the breathalyzer ticket include?
The specific content of a ticket or report generated by a breathalyzer with printer may vary depending on the model and manufacturer of the device. However, here are some common facts that usually include:
- Date and time: The ticket will show the exact date and time the breathalyzer test was taken.
- Test results: The ticket will provide the test result, usually expressed in units of measurement such as milligrams of alcohol per liter of expired air (mg/L) or percentage of alcohol in the blood (%BAC).
- Device serial number: The breathalyzer serial number is usually included to identify the device used during the test.
- Units of measurement: Indicate the unit of measurement used to express the results, such as mg/L or %BAC.
- Legal limits: In some cases, the ticket may show the legal alcohol limits allowed in the relevant jurisdiction. This makes it possible to compare the results obtained with the established limits and determine whether the person is within the legal limits or not.
- Additional information: Depending on the model and configuration options of the device, the ticket may include additional information, such as the name or identification number of the person being tested, the name of the operator who performed the test, or the name of the organization or department responsible.
It is important to note that this is the usual data found on a breathalyzer ticket, but the exact information can vary between different models and manufacturers. If you need specific information about a particular model, we recommend consulting the manual of the device or contacting the manufacturer for precise details on the data included in the ticket. You can find a wide assortment of breathalyzers with printer in our catalog of professional breathalyzers with metrological technical reports that show their high reliability: