Toolbox Topics: Understanding parasitic draw | An interview with Power Probe

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Dec. 2, 2025

Key Highlights

Explains how to use Power Probe tools to make parasitic draw testing faster and more precise.
Highlights best practices for diagnosing electrical issues related to parasitic draw in vehicles.
Provides tips for technicians to identify the root cause of parasitic draw efficiently.
Emphasizes safety precautions when working with electrical systems and testing equipment.
Features expert advice from Dave Barden on improving testing accuracy and troubleshooting speed.

In this Toolbox Topics episode, Nadine Battah, editor in chief of PTEN, sits down with Dave Barden, Sr. Manager - Technical Sales & Training Specialist - Americas for Power Probe, to talk about how technicians can simplify parasitic draw testing, the tools that make it faster and more accurate, and the best practices for getting to the root cause of the problem.

About the Author

Nadine Battah

Editor-in-Chief

Nadine Battah is the editor-in-chief of Professional Tool & Equipment News (PTEN) and Professional Distributor magazines. She has been covering the automotive aftermarket since 2021, after graduating from Kent State University with a bachelor's degree in journalism and marketing.

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