{"product_id":"smoostart-pt160-microchip-scanner","title":"Smoostart Microchip Scanner Compatible with FDX-B\/EMID (15\/10) Microchip","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Smoostart microchip scanner measures 12 × 6 × 1.5 cm and weighs 119 g (4.2 oz), and it reads FDX-B and EMID (15\/10) microchips only. The handheld reader stores up to 1000 sets of data and runs on a built-in lithium battery. It is the PT160 model in white plastic.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eA built-in lithium battery with USB upload\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe PT160 uses a built-in lithium battery, and the manufacturer describes the battery as high-capacity with faster charging and reduced energy consumption. Data goes to a computer over USB, so the 1000 stored sets can be uploaded from the scanner.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePT160\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePt160 White\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 * 6 * 1.5cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlastic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eItem weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e119 g (4.2 oz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhich microchip formats does it read?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe scanner reads FDX-B and EMID (15\/10) microchips and cannot recognize microchips in other formats, such as AVID microchips. Check that the chip you need to read is in one of those two formats before you buy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eRecognition speed and range, sensitivity and power use\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer states that the PT160 recognizes chips faster and over a larger range than older scanners, with upgraded sensitivity. Energy consumption is also reduced compared with older models.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStorage covers 1000 sets of data, which is the number of readings the scanner holds before you upload them over USB to a computer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat do buyers ask about the PT160 scanner?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich microchip formats can this scanner read?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt reads FDX-B and EMID (15\/10) microchips, and it cannot recognize other formats such as AVID.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat size and weight is the scanner?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt measures 12 × 6 × 1.5 cm and weighs 119 g (4.2 oz).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of battery does it use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe PT160 has a built-in lithium battery, which the manufacturer describes as high-capacity with faster charging.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Smoostart","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44477096722495,"sku":null,"price":41.84,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0678\/2409\/1199\/files\/smoostart-microchip-scanner.jpg?v=1794705365","url":"https:\/\/dogjointly.com\/products\/smoostart-pt160-microchip-scanner","provider":"DogJointly","version":"1.0","type":"link"}