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5.0 out of 5 stars Works perfectly
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5.0 out of 5 stars Easy to use, mostly accurate, impressed with its performance compared to commercial equipment
Very impressed with the capability of this instrument for less than $20. When compared to our commercial quality (YSI) equipment, the inexpensive device performs really well. Unfortunately, calibrating with distilled water was not a good 'zero'. Once calibrated against the YSI, the meter then held its own.My suggestion is to calibrate it once, then use it for measuring relative adjustments in salinity. Or, mix your own PPT by salt and water weight (see youtube) then you can get your tank back into its original condition, but you may not know precisely what your salinity PPT is. The meter is quick and easy to use, so maybe measure the pet shop's water then make yours match whatever reading you obtain. :-)
5.0 out of 5 stars Non electronic. Works on physics.
I'm using to add a little salt to my aquarium when my Betta is sick. The scale is too wide for this small amount of salt, but better than a guess. I use a flashlight to light the scale.
5.0 out of 5 stars Great! ...But not for homebrewing
I love this refractometer but I'm going to have to return it.After getting this, I calibrated it against deionized water. After using it on my first mash, I got a reading that was off by about 0.020 (1.050 reading instead of 1.030). Later on, playing around with deionized water, sugar and salt, I discovered that this instrument is very accurate with salinity but not very accurate with dissolved sugars when compared to a hydrometer (LD Carlson 5451). I don't know why or how this could be but it is. Various concentrations of sugar solutions were off on the refractometer compared to the hydrometer, and the greater the concentration the further off the reading. [I did correct the readings for temperature and they were still off.] However, when I tried the same experiment with a salt solution the readings were exactly correlated. Looking back at the product pictures, I see now the scale reads "salinity" with no reference to "wort".I cannot figure out how there would be a difference between specific gravity of salt vs. sugar solutions, but based on my home-experiments with this refractometer, there are. I suspect this would be very good for aquariums.For now, I am going to replace this product for when that is specifically advertised for homebrewing.
4.0 out of 5 stars Quicker and easier than a hydrometer
I got this refractor for my Opae Ula (native Hawaiian brackish water shrimp) and it seems accurate enough. I was not to concerned on its accuracy due to the shrimps hardiness. Only complaint is the eyepiece feels pretty cheap and it wasn't even close to calibrated when I received it (I totally expected it to be off from other reviews). Calibrating it was super easy just couple drops of distilled or RO water and turn the screw and tadah good to go. Going to try it next time I need to set up a brine shrimp hatchery when I need to.
5.0 out of 5 stars Great
Works great, good deal, and came fast.
5.0 out of 5 stars Works great
Works great let us know the correct salinity. It does not come with calibration solution. But is well made and very user friendly.
5.0 out of 5 stars Works as it should.
Works very well. Not sure how to calibrate it though. The first time you use it may feel a bit odd. You basically use it like a telescope but with a drop of water on the plate. You then view the salinity by looking through it under bright light. Your tank light works great too. Results are instant. Simply wipe off the sample plate and store in its case.
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Aquarium Salinity Refractometer with ATC Function,Saltwater Test Kit for Seawater, Pool, Aquarium, Fish Tank...Dual Scale: Specific Gravity & Salt Percent
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Aquarium Salinity Refractometer with ATC Function,Saltwater Test Kit for Seawater, Pool, Aquarium, Fish Tank...Dual Scale: Specific Gravity & Salt Percent
AED13004
Quantity:
Order today to get by
Free delivery on orders over AED 200
Imported From: United States
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We do not sell counterfeit, replica, or unauthorized goods. Each product undergoes thorough inspection and verification at our consolidation and fulfilment centers to ensure it meets our strict authenticity and quality standards before being shipped and delivered to you.
If you ever have concerns regarding the authenticity of a product purchased from us, please contact Bolo Support . We will review your inquiry promptly and, if necessary, provide documentation verifying authenticity or offer a suitable resolution.
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Unless otherwise stated during checkout, all prices displayed on the product page include applicable taxes and import duties.
bolo.ae operates in accordance with the laws and regulations of United Arab Emirates. Any items found to be restricted or prohibited for sale within the UAE will be cancelled prior to shipment. We take proactive measures to ensure that only products permitted for sale in United Arab Emirates are listed on our website.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Works perfectly
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5.0 out of 5 stars Easy to use, mostly accurate, impressed with its performance compared to commercial equipment
Very impressed with the capability of this instrument for less than $20. When compared to our commercial quality (YSI) equipment, the inexpensive device performs really well. Unfortunately, calibrating with distilled water was not a good 'zero'. Once calibrated against the YSI, the meter then held its own.My suggestion is to calibrate it once, then use it for measuring relative adjustments in salinity. Or, mix your own PPT by salt and water weight (see youtube) then you can get your tank back into its original condition, but you may not know precisely what your salinity PPT is. The meter is quick and easy to use, so maybe measure the pet shop's water then make yours match whatever reading you obtain. :-)
5.0 out of 5 stars Non electronic. Works on physics.
I'm using to add a little salt to my aquarium when my Betta is sick. The scale is too wide for this small amount of salt, but better than a guess. I use a flashlight to light the scale.
5.0 out of 5 stars Great! ...But not for homebrewing
I love this refractometer but I'm going to have to return it.After getting this, I calibrated it against deionized water. After using it on my first mash, I got a reading that was off by about 0.020 (1.050 reading instead of 1.030). Later on, playing around with deionized water, sugar and salt, I discovered that this instrument is very accurate with salinity but not very accurate with dissolved sugars when compared to a hydrometer (LD Carlson 5451). I don't know why or how this could be but it is. Various concentrations of sugar solutions were off on the refractometer compared to the hydrometer, and the greater the concentration the further off the reading. [I did correct the readings for temperature and they were still off.] However, when I tried the same experiment with a salt solution the readings were exactly correlated. Looking back at the product pictures, I see now the scale reads "salinity" with no reference to "wort".I cannot figure out how there would be a difference between specific gravity of salt vs. sugar solutions, but based on my home-experiments with this refractometer, there are. I suspect this would be very good for aquariums.For now, I am going to replace this product for when that is specifically advertised for homebrewing.
4.0 out of 5 stars Quicker and easier than a hydrometer
I got this refractor for my Opae Ula (native Hawaiian brackish water shrimp) and it seems accurate enough. I was not to concerned on its accuracy due to the shrimps hardiness. Only complaint is the eyepiece feels pretty cheap and it wasn't even close to calibrated when I received it (I totally expected it to be off from other reviews). Calibrating it was super easy just couple drops of distilled or RO water and turn the screw and tadah good to go. Going to try it next time I need to set up a brine shrimp hatchery when I need to.
5.0 out of 5 stars Great
Works great, good deal, and came fast.
5.0 out of 5 stars Works great
Works great let us know the correct salinity. It does not come with calibration solution. But is well made and very user friendly.
5.0 out of 5 stars Works as it should.
Works very well. Not sure how to calibrate it though. The first time you use it may feel a bit odd. You basically use it like a telescope but with a drop of water on the plate. You then view the salinity by looking through it under bright light. Your tank light works great too. Results are instant. Simply wipe off the sample plate and store in its case.
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