The following chart compares all Lifeloc alcohol testing equipment. To assure that you are matched with the right equipment for your specific needs, please contact Lifeloc at info@lifeloc.com or 1.800.722.4872 for more information and pricing.

FC Series	Phoenix 6.0 and EV30

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For Use In	Such as	Model Recommended	Comments	Sensor Type	Approval	Calibration
Workplace Alcohol Testing	All DOT-Regulated Transportation Businesses Manufacturing Companies Construction Companies Doctors: Clinics TPAs (Third Party Administrators)	Phoenix® 6.0 (On-board memory and printing capability) EV30 (On-board memory and printing capability)	DOT-approved program for evidential testing, Nationwide Training, Operator Certification. All necessary supplies and calibration equipment are available from Lifeloc.	Fuel Cell	DOT Evidential Use Approval	Quick & Easy Electronic Calibration
		FC10 (For screening only)	DOT-approved screener is fast, accurate and inexpensive with patented digital fuel cell technology.	Fuel Cell	DOT Approval	Quick & Easy Electronic Calibration
Law Enforcement	Municipal Police Sheriffs Highway Patrol Inland Waters Boating Patrol	FC10 or FC10Plus FC20 (If memory or printout is required) FC20 Kit (includes portable printer) FC20 GK34 Kit (includes printer and complete calibration kit with dry gas standard)	Specifically designed for police, these compact, digital units are fast, accurate, and easy to use, day or night. All are approved by NHTSA and individual state testing agencies.	Fuel Cell	DOT Approval	Quick & Easy Electronic Calibration
Corrections	Drug Courts Probation Parole Prisons Work Release Drug Rehabilitation Centers Halfway Houses	FC10Plus FC20 (If memory or printout is required)	Both incorporate quick, easy direct passive testing. Perfect for zero-tolerance situations. Can take hundreds of tests in 30 second intervals.	Fuel Cell	DOT Approval	Quick & Easy Electronic Calibration
International	Police Use Offshore Oil Rigs Industry	FC20 Kit (includes portable printer) FC20 GK34 Kit (includes printer and complete calibration kit with dry gas standard)	Both incorporate memory, printing capability and a portable printer. DataTrak™ computer software interface available.	Fuel Cell	DOT Approval	Quick & Easy Electronic Calibration
Schools	Enforcing Alcohol Policies at School Functions and Activities	FC10Plus	Perfect for zero-tolerance rapid screening. Can also quickly sense alcohol in a drink cup or container. Long life and extremely low per-test cost. Can perform hundreds of tests in rapid succession.	Fuel Cell	DOT Approval	Quick & Easy Electronic Calibration
Personal	Individual use	LifeGuard	Fuel-cell sensors are accurate and last longer than inexpensive semi-conductor sensors used in novelty products.	Fuel Cell	FDA Cleared	Factory Calibrated

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Why Fuel Cell Testing Instruments are Superior to Semi-Conductor "Novelty" Screeners

• Alcohol-specific detection means no false positives. Fuel cells only detect and measure alcohol. Semi-conductors cannot distinguish between alcohol and other substances, thus producing false positives and potential false accusations.
  
  
• Accurate alcohol measurement. Fuel cells are more precise than semi-conductors.
  
  
• Able to be calibrated. Fuel cell instruments can be calibrated using certified alcohol concentrations to ensure accurate Breath Alcohol Content (BAC) measurements. Semi-conductor testers are typically not able to be calibrated or do not include instructions regarding the need for calibration so accuracy deteriorates dramatically over time.
  
  
• Long life expectancy. Lifeloc fuel cells have a life expectancy of 6-8 years with virtually no limit on the number of tests. Although very inexpensive, semi-conductor devices typically have a very short life span. 
  
  
• Supported by full-time factory technical support and training programs. Lifeloc instruments are backed and supported by professionals who provide training on use and calibration of instruments as well as technical support for any operational needs.

Unlike novelty products, all Lifeloc's models are precision instruments. They are fuel-cell based, DOT evidential-approved (LifeGuard is not a DOT evidential approved instrument), accurate, alcohol-specific, and reliable. They have virtually no limit on usage or number of tests.

Lifeloc recommends fuel cell units over semi-conductor "novelty" products in any application where an accurate and valid test result matters or could have any consequences for the individual being tested.

Q: Do Lifeloc models use fuel cells?

A: All Lifeloc models are fuel cell instruments. Lifeloc fuel cells are full size sensors of the highest quality available, with exceptionally long life and durability. Few competitive models can make these claims.

Q: Are Lifeloc instruments approved by the Department of Transportation (DOT) for evidential use?

A: All Lifeloc models (except LifeGuard) are DOT-approved to the highest evidential standard. They are listed on the official “Conforming Products List (CPL) - Evidential.” Some semi-conductor based devices are “DOT-Approved” models but are only approved for screening purposes and cannot be used in any evidential application.

Q: How are Lifeloc instruments calibrated?

A: All Lifeloc models are electronically calibrated. Electronic Calibration is a process that can be completed in two minutes or less by an experienced operator. The calibration process on Lifeloc models is menu-driven with industry-unique, “plain English” prompts instead of codes. No disassembly, parts replacement, special tools, or keys are required, unlike many competitive models.

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