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    Density Meters

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    Image of Product. Front orientation. Density Meters. Density Meters , Built-In Thermometer.

    Built-In

    Thermometer

    Also known as hydrometers, these measure the density of a liquid compared to the density of water. Pour your liquid into a tall container and immerse the density meter into the liquid until it floats. Take the reading where the surface of the liquid touches the measurement unit on the meter. Heavy liquids sink in water and light liquids float in water.
    Specific Gravity Scale—Specific gravity is also known as relative density.
    Built-In Thermometer—Meters with a built-in thermometer help you correct for temperature variations for more accurate readings.
    Range
    Measurement Unit
    Gravity
    Specific
    Gravity
    Saturation
    Concentration
    Graduations
    Material
    Lg.
    OD
    Features
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Specs.
    Met
    Each
    For Heavy Liquids
    Baume0 ° Bé to 25 ° Bé0.5 ° BéGlass12"3/4"00000000000000
    Baume0 ° Bé to 50 ° Bé1 ° BéGlass12"9/16"000000000000
    Baume0 ° Bé to 70 ° Bé1 ° BéGlass12"9/16"000000000000
    Baume, Specific Gravity0 ° Bé to 72 ° Bé1 to 21 ° Bé, 0.010Glass12"9/16"000000000000
    Specific Gravity1 to 1.070.0005Glass13"13/16"0000000000000
    Specific Gravity1 to 1.220.002Glass12"11/16"0000000000000
    Specific Gravity1 to 1.220.002Glass12"13/16"Built-In Thermometer20 to 1500000000000000
    Specific Gravity1 to 1.60.005Glass12"13/16"0000000000000
    Specific Gravity1 to 20.010Glass12"9/16"000000000000
    Specific Gravity1.2 to 1.420.002Glass12"11/16"0000000000000
    Specific Gravity1.24 to 1.310.0005Glass13"1"0000000000000
    Specific Gravity1.6 to 1.820.002Glass12"11/16"0000000000000
    Plato0 ° Plato to 8.5 ° Plato0.1 ° PlatoGlass14"15/16"Built-In Thermometer32 to 1200000000000000
    Plato7.5 ° Plato to 16.5 ° Plato0.1 ° PlatoGlass14"15/16"Built-In Thermometer32 to 1200000000000000
    Plato15.5 ° Plato to 24 ° Plato0.1 ° PlatoGlass14"15/16"Built-In Thermometer32 to 1200000000000000
     
    For Light Liquids
    Baume, Specific Gravity10 ° Bé to 100 ° Bé0.6 to 11 ° Bé, 0.005Glass12"9/16"000000000000
    Specific Gravity0.5 to 0.650.001Glass14"1"Built-In Thermometer30 to 900000000000000
    Specific Gravity0.65 to 10.005Glass12"9/16"000000000000
    Specific Gravity0.7 to 0.770.0005Glass13"1"0000000000000
    Specific Gravity0.7 to 0.810.001Glass12"13/16"0000000000000
    Specific Gravity0.8 to 0.910.001Glass12"11/16"0000000000000
    Specific Gravity0.9 to 10.001Glass12"11/16"0000000000000
    API Gravity19 ° API to 31 ° API0.1 ° APIGlass15"15/16"Built-In Thermometer0 to 150ASTM E29950000000000000
    API Gravity29 ° API to 41 ° API0.1 ° APIGlass15"15/16"Built-In Thermometer0 to 150ASTM E29950000000000000
    API Gravity39 ° API to 51 ° API0.1 ° APIGlass15"15/16"Built-In Thermometer0 to 150ASTM E29950000000000000
    API Gravity49 ° API to 61 ° API0.1 ° APIGlass15"15/16"Built-In Thermometer0 to 150ASTM E29950000000000000
    API Gravity59 ° API to 71 ° API0.1 ° APIGlass15"15/16"Built-In Thermometer0 to 150ASTM E29950000000000000
    API Gravity69 ° API to 81 ° API0.1 ° APIGlass15"15/16"Built-In Thermometer0 to 150ASTM E29950000000000000
     
    For Salt Water (Sodium Chloride)
    Saturation0% to 100%1%Glass12"11/16"000000000000
     
    For Salt Water (Calcium Chloride)
    Specific Gravity1 to 1.280.002Glass12"3/4"0000000000000
     
    For Sugar Water (Sucrose)
    Brix (Sugar)-5% to 5%0.1%Glass13"15/16"Built-In Thermometer32 to 1200000000000000
    Brix (Sugar)-1% to 11%0.1%Glass14"15/16"Built-In Thermometer32 to 1200000000000000
    Brix (Sugar)0% to 30%0.5%Glass12"15/16"Built-In Thermometer32 to 1200000000000000
    Brix (Sugar)9% to 21%0.1%Glass14"15/16"Built-In Thermometer32 to 1200000000000000
    Brix (Sugar)19% to 31%0.1%Glass14"15/16"Built-In Thermometer32 to 1200000000000000
     

    Battery Testing Density Meters

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Density Meters. Battery Testing Density Meters, 1.1 to 1.3 Specific Gravity.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Density Meters. Battery Testing Density Meters, 1.1 to 1.35 Specific Gravity.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Density Meters. Battery Testing Density Meters, 1.12 to 1.26 Specific Gravity, Built-In Thermometer.

    1.1 to 1.3 Specific

    Gravity

    1.1 to

    1.35

    Specific

    Gravity

    1.12 to

    1.26

    Specific

    Gravity,

    Built-In

    Thermometer

    Check the condition of battery fluid by measuring its density to indicate the state of charge.
    1.1 to 1.35 Specific Gravity—Meter with specific gravity range of 1.1 to 1.35 can withstand drops as high as 10 feet.
    Built-In Thermometer—Meter with built-in thermometer compensates for temperature variations for more accurate readings.
    Specific Gravity
    Range
    Body
    Material
    Chemistry Features
    Each
    1.1 to 1.3Plastic000000000000
    1.1 to 1.35Plastic000000000000
    1.12 to 1.26GlassBuilt-In Thermometer000000000000
     

    Density Meter Jars

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    Image of Product. Front orientation. Density Meter Jars.
    Get the most accurate readings when measuring liquid with a density meter. Also known as hydrometer jars, these jars are sized to eliminate surface tension that could distort readings. Pour your liquid into the jar, then immerse your density meter until it floats.
    Cap.,
    ml
    For Max. Density
    Meter Ht.
    Dia.
    Ht.
    Mouth
    ID
    Color
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Autoclavable
    Each
    Borosilicate Glass
    1009"1 1/4"9 5/8"1 1/16"Clear500Yes0000000000000
    25012"1 5/8"12 9/16"1 1/2"Clear500Yes000000000000
    50014"2 1/8"15"1 15/16"Clear500Yes000000000000
    70015"1 15/16"15 3/4"1 3/4"Clear500Yes000000000000
    1,00016"2 3/4"17 5/16"2 9/16"Clear500Yes000000000000
    1,00017"2 1/2"18 1/8"2 3/8"Clear500Yes000000000000
     

    Digital Density Meters

    Image of ProductInUse. Shown with Syringe. Front orientation. Density Meters. Digital Density Meters.
    Image of ProductInUse. Shown with Filling Tube. Front orientation. Density Meters. Digital Density Meters.
    Image of Product. Digital Display. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Density Meters. Digital Density Meters.

    Shown with Syringe

    Shown with

    Filling Tube

    Digital Display

    Accurately measure the density and concentration of liquids—from salt water to battery acid—no calculating or reading scales required. These meters show readings immediately on their digital display. They only require 2 mL of liquid, less than half of a teaspoon, to take precise measurements. Switch between Specific Gravity, Brix, and other measurement units depending on your sample. These meters have an RFID interface, so you can quickly scan sample IDs on containers to identify liquids. They also have Bluetooth to send data wirelessly to your PC or printer. Store up to 1,200 readings, including sample IDs and time stamps, in their memory.
    To measure liquids, these meters come with a filling tube and multiple syringes. Dip the filling tube directly into your sample to draw up liquid, or use a syringe to transfer your sample to the meter.
    Designed for the field, these meters are IP54 rated, so they stand up to dust and splashing water.
    Min. Sample
    Volume, ml
    Measurement Unit
    Lg.
    Features
    Density Range,
    g/cm³
    Accuracy
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Housing
    Material
    Data
    Connection
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Hazardous Location Rating
    Specs.
    Met
    Includes
    Each
    For Battery Acid, Heavy Liquids, Light Liquids, Salt Water (Sodium Chloride), Salt Water (Calcium Chloride), and Sugar Water (Sucrose)
    2Baume, Brix (Sugar), KMW, Oechsle, Specific Gravity, Plato9 5/8"Memory Storage0 to 3±0.04%32 to 100Rubber
    Bluetooth, RFIDIP54
    IEC Zone 1 Groups IIB, IIA
    ASTM D7777Adapter, Carrying Case, Filling Tube (180 mm), Measuring Cell, Pump Lever, Ten Syringes0000000000000000
     
    Accessories for Density Meters

    Density Testing Flasks

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Density Meters. Density Testing Flasks.
    Accurately measure the density of a liquid based on volume and weight. Also known as pycnometers, these flasks help you compare the specific gravity of a liquid to water. They’re often used for quality control in labs for food and beverage, pharmaceutical, or chemical manufacturing. Made from borosilicate glass, these flasks resist chemicals and won’t expand or contract from temperature changes. Use the included non-mercury thermometer to check the temperature of your sample—it's tested for accuracy, has small increments for precision, and is safe for shipping and handling. You can place these flasks in a constant temperature bath to control the temperature of the liquids inside.
    To find the specific gravity of a liquid, divide the weight of the testing liquid by the weight of water at the same temperature.
    50 ml Capacity—50 ml flasks help you comply with ASTM D153 testing standards for finding the specific gravity of pigments.
    Mouth
    Thermometer
    Cap.,
    ml
    Dia.
    Ht.
    ID
    OD
    Color
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Autoclavable
    Includes
    For Stem
    Lg.
    Graduations,
    ° C
    Temp. Measurement
    Range, ° C
    Specs.
    Met
    Each
    Borosilicate Glass
    101 1/8"6 5/8"3/8"5/8"Clear930YesThermometer1 1/16"0.214 to 3800000000000000
    251 5/8"6 7/8"3/8"5/8"Clear930YesThermometer1 1/16"0.214 to 380000000000000
    502 1/8"7 3/8"3/8"5/8"Clear930YesThermometer1 3/4"0.214 to 38ASTM D1530000000000000
     
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