Description
PCE-DRH 1 Honey Handheld Digital Refractometer
Waterproof IP65-rated Brix / water content / degrees Baumé (Bé°) / refractive index (nD) refractometer with easy-to-read LCD
PCE-DRH 1 is a portable digital refractometer used to measure the sugar content / water content / degrees Baumé (Bé°) / refractive index of honey in the 0 … 90 % Brix / 5 … 38% water / 33 … 48 Bé° / 1.3330 … 1.5177 nD range. This waterproof IP65-rated digital refractometer features automatic temperature compensation (ATC) from +10 … +40 °C / +50 … +104 °F, as well as a large LCD that displays both the measured value and the temperature.
Honey refractometer is a valuable tool for honey manufacturers as it helps analyze the structure of honey and ensure the presence of required elements in the right proportions. It is not only useful for honey-makers but also for honey consumers and sellers as it can detect low-quality products with additives, extra sugar, or excessive moisture. The ISO catalogue has specific standards for different types of honey that producers must meet to ensure quality.
The honey refractometer measures three parameters: sugar content (Brix), density (be°, Baume), and water content. Values within the acceptable range indicate high-quality honey.
The device has automatic temperature compensation, so it can be used in varying temperatures without requiring frequent calibration. The measurement is not affected by temperature changes as the refractive coefficient is fully compensated.
Proper handling, including cleaning and avoiding shocks and vibrations, is recommended to ensure correct operation of the device. Whether used by professionals or consumers, a calibrated honey refractometer is an essential tool for choosing natural and high-quality honey.
- Measurement parameters: Brix, water content, degrees Baumé (Bé°), refractive index, temperature
- Automatic temperature compensation (ATC) from +10 … +40 °C / +50 … +104 °F
- Handheld and portable
- User-friendly 3-button operation
- Fast and precise measuring results in approximately 1 second
- ABS plastic housing with IP65 ingress protection rating against water and dust
- Large, easy-to-read digital LCD displays both the measured value and the temperature
- Average function measures the same sample 15 times and shows the mean value
- Stainless-steel ring on the sample well protects the glass prism
- Internal light source for improved accuracy
- Small liquid sample size of just 4 to 5 drops
- Easy calibration with distilled water
- Battery-saving automatic power off after 1 minute of inactivity
