PCE Instruments – Handheld Digital Refractometer PCE-DRC 1 Coolants / Batteries

The PCE-DRC 1 is a handheld digital refractometer used to measure the specific gravity (sg) of electrolyte solution batteries and determine the freezing point of propylene or ethylene glycol-based coolants. Properly diluted antifreeze concentration in an engine can prevent expensive repairs. This tool is widely used by trucking and automotive technicians worldwide to ensure the correct dilution. The refractometer is also effective for measuring cleaning products. This waterproof IP65-rated digital refractometer features automatic temperature compensation (ATC) from +10 … +40 °C / +50 … +104 °F, as well as a large, easy-to-read LCD that displays both the measured value and the temperature.

Close the lid before measuring.

The task of any serious producer is to provide good quality and safety. Users wish for reliable products and mechanisms with long-term service lives. The use of auxiliary devices, such as coolant refractometers, significantly reduces the risks of equipment failure and deterioration in quality during manufacturing processes. Powerful modern equipment often generates extreme heat, and the usage of low-quality coolants and antifreezes inevitably leads to failures and rapid wear-out. A handheld coolant refractometer is an instrument that helps drivers and operators strictly control the condition of liquids used to support engine operations. Both insufficient and excessive concentration can be “deadly” dangerous to the engine and other vehicle parts. The presence of unnecessary additives and bubbles in antifreeze or coolant can result in clogged systems, overheated surfaces, corrosion, leaks, and various other problems. In daily life, a coolant refractometer serves as a reliable guardian that helps prolong the “healthy life” of a vehicle.