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Personal Breathalyzer

Practical Applications

#1 Selling Personal Breathalyzer

Our top-selling personal breathalyzer offers a slim profile handheld device.

#1 Selling Personal Breathalyzer

Driving Limit Certainty

Specifically engineered for testing at the New Zealand driving limit of 0.050% BAC.

Driving Limit Certainty

Reviews

A summary of what our valued customers think about the BACtrack Personal Breathalyzer Trace Pro Gen2

4.6

139 Reviews

93%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

  • 5 stars 107
  • 4 stars 20
  • 3 stars 9
  • 2 stars 0
  • 1 star 3

Frequently Asked Questions

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Each of our breathalyzers comes with a warranty that varies between 12 and 36 months. To submit a warranty claim, please log in to your account.

All orders submitted prior to 9am each weekday will be shipped on the same day.

To help you choose the right product for your needs, please click on the blue “Help Me Choose” button located at the top of every webpage. Additionally, you may refer to our three detailed Buying Guides. They can be accessed here: Personal Breathalyzer, Workplace Breathalyzer, or Workplace Drug Test Kits.

In New Zealand, law enforcement upholds a maximum allowable Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) limit of 0.05% (250 mcg/L). For restricted licenses, which often apply to younger drivers or those with prior penalties, a BAC of 0.00% is generally required.

The accuracy of a breathalyzer is influenced by the quality of its internal sensor and its overall design.

The fuel-cell sensor units offered by Breathalyzers New Zealand are exceptionally precise, with capability to measure to the thousandth decimal place.

It is essential to operate breathalyzers properly and to recalibrate them in accordance with the specific servicing needs of each model.

Before taking the test, it is crucial to wait 15–20 minutes after your last consumption of alcohol, food, or other liquids before using your breathalyzer. For personal use devices, please allow a 3-minute gap between consecutive tests to allow the sensor to reset.

Avoid using hand sanitiser or any alcohol-based cleaning products near the testing area. Conducting tests outdoors can help reduce the risk of ambient readings. Make sure the mouthpiece is firmly attached, take a deep breath, and most importantly, blow steadily until you hear a click. Failing to blow consistently will result in an error, as the device will not receive a complete sample.

Fuel-cell models typically offer 5 years+ of service if they are maintained within calibration and if the care guidelines are adhered to. However, as technology progresses, it is likely that a new device will need to be acquired.

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BACtrack Trace Pro Gen2 Breathalyzer

The BACtrack Trace Pro Gen2 is a solid solution that will assist in providing you with the most accurate blood alcohol screening available, allowing you to determine whether it would be safe to operate your vehicle after consuming alcoholic beverages. This device can be used for both personal and commercial applications and provides a rapid and repeatable BAC reading.

For either personal safety or workplace guidelines, the Trace Pro Gen2 alcohol breathalyzer offers an ideal balance of portability and functionality. The easy-to-use screen, memory recall feature, and excellent battery life make the Trace Pro Gen2 a great choice for frequent testing. If you are looking for a portable yet reliable blood alcohol tester that allows you to quickly measure how much alcohol is present in your system while also meeting your employer’s guidelines, then the Trace Pro Gen2 breathalyzer offers the best of both worlds.