Lonsdor K518 Pro is coming soon! It’s the 2nd generation versatile key programming device of K518. The device hardware and software are improved by Lonsdor. It’s faster and more convenient for technicians and locksmiths.
What is new in K518 Pro?
1.Hardware configuration
- Android 9+ 4 core 1.8GHz+ 1280*800 display+ 5800mAh battery+ Ram 2G flash 8G memory
Based on Android 9, more optimized operation;
With Quad-core A7, the strongest computing power, 2 or 3 times faster than K518ISE/K518S;
Excellent and powerful ultra-high energy consumption ratio;
- Comes with Lonsdor Super ADP 8A/4A Adapter, the first to support 8A (H chip) generation;
- Also comes with other extension accessories for Nissan, Dodge and Maserati, etc;
- Has built-in LKE, no need to buy an extra simulator key;
- OBDII cable has self-test and lighting functions. The OBD connector’s light can be switched on/off with the button in the upper right corner of the main page on the tablet.
2.Function
- Added CANFD and DoIP protocols;
- Supports data/file transfer via Bluetooth, it’s more convenient and faster for customers;
- Optimizes the built-in antenna, it’s better and more stable to use WiFi;
- Supports long-distance frequency detection and frequency reading (RFID);
- Supports 24V lorry and heavy trucks;
- Supports mileage correction by EEPROM.
For details, check the comparison table below.
| Item | Lonsdor K518Pro | Lonsdor K518ISE/K518S | Remarks |
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| Operation system | Android 9 | – | |
| Processor | Allwinner A50 4 core PX30
1.8GHz |
ARM Cortex-A7 Quad-core Processor Speed A33 1.3GHZ | Running speed increases by two or three times |
| Memory | Ram 2G flash 8G | eMMC 8G RAM 1G | |
| Display | MIPI 1280*800, 7 inch full view HD screen | 1024*600, 7 inch IPS capacitive | |
| WiFi | 802.11 b/g/n (Enhanced WIFI) | 10m (2.4G) | Transfer is faster |
| USB | USB2.0 | USB 2.0-type B | |
| Bluetooth file transfer | BT 4.1 (Bluetooth+ USB) | No (USB) | |
| SD card | Support Plug & Unplug | – | |
| Battery | 5800mAh (Quick charge) | 3800mAh | Battery life is doubled |
| Input voltage | 12V | 12V | |
| Shell material | PC hard shell+TPR60° | – | |
| Dimension | 26* 3 *16CM | – | |
| OBDII Protocols | Added CAN-FD & DOIP, support CAN, SCAN K-line J1850, etc | ISO15765, ISO9141, ISO14230, SAEJ1850, VW TP1.6 TP2.0 etc | |
| RFID | Supports long-distance frequency detection and frequency reading；
No need to fit tightly into the card slot.
It will perform high calibration at a long distance and read the frequency with high precision. |
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| LKE | Built-in LKE, no need an extra simulator key;
The LKE emulator analog key is integrated into the motherboard (built-in LKE), and all functions of LKE’s Toyota simulation can be realized through an external antenna cable. |
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| OBDII cable | l Support self-test function (confirm whether the communication pins are faulty);
l Has lighting function (helps users to find vehicle OBD port easier) |
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| Support 24V lorry and heavy trucks | Yes | – | |
| Reset Mileage by EEPROM | Yes | – | |
| Kprog | Yes | Yes | |
| Package list | 1set x Lonsdor K518 Pro
2pcs x LT20 Smart Key PCB 1pc x Toyota FP30 Cable 1pc x Nissan 40PIN-BCM Cable 1pc x L-JCD 12+8 FCA Cable 1pc x JLR 2015-2021 Connector 1pc x Super ADP 8A/4A Adapter |
1*Main Host
1*Power Adaptor 1*USB Cable 1*Packing Bundle 1*OBD Test Cable 1*Extra Connector 1*User Manual 1*Portable Bag (small) 1*KPROG Adapter 1*RN-01 Board 1*E-01 Board 1*FS-01 Board 1*20P Cable 5*Backup Pin 1*Certificate 1* Portable Bag (Big) |
Updated on October 25th, 2023!!!
1. Hardware & Functions Comparison:
| Item | K518PRO | K518ISE/K518S |
| Button | Full touch+ Shortcuts | Touch+ button |
| Host interface | 15 PINS | 25 PINS |
| Smart key generation interface | Support | / |
| Simu-Antenna interface | Support | / |
| Device bracket | Support | / |
| Enhanced remote detect module | Support | / |
| Frequency identification range | more frequency bands | little frequency bands |
| Common function shortcuts | Support | / |
| USB2.0 interface extension | Support | Support |
| OBD II cable self-test | Support | / |
| OBD II cable illumination | Support | / |
| CAN-FD Protocol module | Support | / |
| DOIP Protocol module | Support | / |
| CAN Protocol module | Support | Support |
| SCAN Protocol module | Support | Support |
| ISO-9141K-Line Protocol | Support | Support |
| ISO-14230 K-Line Protocol | Support | Support |
| ISO-15765 CAN Protocol | Support | Support |
| ISO-11898-2 DWCAN Protocol | Support | Support |
| ISO-11898-3 DWFTCAN Protocol | Support | Support |
| SAE-J1850VPW Protocol | Support | Support |
| SAE-J1850-PWM Protocol | Support | Support |
| SAE-J2411 SWCAN Protocol | Support | Support |
| SAE-J2610 SCI Protocol | Support | Support |
| SAE-J1567 CCD bus Protocol | Support | Support |
| SAE-J2740 Protocol | Support | Support |
| SAE-J2809 Protocol | Support | Support |
| VAG TP16 CAN Protocol | Support | Support |
| SAE-J2819 Protocol | Support | Support |
| SAE-J2818 Protocol | Support | Support |
| NISSAN DDL UART Protocol | Support | Support |
| BMW DS2 Protocol | Support | Support |
| Ford UBP Protocol | Support | Support |
| J1850 Protocol module | Support | Support |
| EV | Support | Support some models |
| Hybrid Vehicle | Support | Support some models |
| Diesel Vehicle | Support | Support some models |
| Generate emergency key | Support | / |
| IMMO off | Support | / |
| Access card IC/ID card copy | Support | / |
| Write-to-start | Support | / |
| Generate smart key | Support | Support |
| Generate garage remote | Support | Support |
| Detect ignition coil | Support | Support |
| Unlock Toyota working key | Support | Support |
| Generate key chip | Support | Part Support |
| Identify & copy chip | Support | Support |
| Hex editor | Support | Support |
| decode chip | Support | Support |
| File manager/edit | Support | / |
| EEPROM data odometer adjustment | Support | Support |
| Auto-identify immo system | Part Support | Not Support |
| Read & Write MCU data | Support | Support |
2. System Comparison:
| Item | K518 PRO | K518 |
| Common function shortcuts | Support | / |
| File manager/edit | Support | / |
| Immo off | Support | / |
| Access card copy | Support | / |
| Write-to-start | Support | / |
| EEPROM data odometer adjustment | Support | / |
| CAN-FD protocol | Support | / |
| DOIP protocol | Support | / |
| CAN protocol | Support | support |
| SCAN protocol | Support | support |
| K-LINE protocol | Support | support |
| J1850 protocol | Support | support |
| Hex editor | Support | support |
| Decode chip | Support | support |
3. Software License Comparison:
| Item | K518 Pro | K518 |
| Free Annual subscription | Two years | One year |
| Volvo license | Free | Charge |
| Lynk & Co license | Free | Charge |
| Nissan license | Free | Charge |
| Toyota license | Free | Charge |
| Jaguar/Land Rover license | Free | Charge |
| LEXUS license | Free | Charge |
| Other car brands’ license | Free | Free |
4. Accessories Comparison:
| Item | K518 Pro | K518 |
| Enhanced Toyota/Lexus
Simu-Antenna |
Built-in | Work with |
| KPROG adaptor | Support | Support |
| 16+32 cable | Support | Support |
| L-JCD cable | Support | Support |
| JLR cable | Support | Support |
| Third part decoder | Support | Support |
Lonsdor K518 Pro Full Version Universal Key Programmer:
https://www.obdexpress.co.uk/wholesale/lonsdor-k518-pro-key-programmer.html
