Electronic Specialties 196 Universal Relay Buddy 12/24 Volt Relay Tester

The Electronic Specialties 196 Universal Relay Buddy is a professional-grade relay tester designed to quickly and accurately test both 12-volt and 24-volt automotive relays. Whether the relay is good or bad, the Universal Relay Buddy delivers a fast, definitive result — eliminating guesswork during electrical diagnostics.

Featuring five test ports, the 196 Universal Relay Buddy accepts seven of the most common relay types in use today. Its advanced internal circuitry automatically identifies the difference between SAE standard relays, bifurcated/two-branch relays, and the specialized BMW/Mini relay with dual 87 pins and switched pins 86/30 — coverage that previous relay testers simply cannot match.

Key Features:

• Tests both 12-volt and 24-volt automotive relays
• Five test ports accommodate 7 of the most common relay types
• Automatically sorts SAE standard, bifurcated/two-branch, and BMW/Mini dual-87-pin relay configurations
• Near 100% probability of successful testing if the relay physically plugs into the tester
• Fast go/no-go results for efficient shop diagnostics
• Broad testing coverage not available on previous generation relay testers

The Electronic Specialties 196 Universal Relay Buddy is an essential tool for automotive technicians, fleet mechanics, and heavy-duty diesel shops working with both 12V and 24V electrical systems. Its unmatched relay compatibility makes it the most versatile relay tester in the Relay Buddy lineup.