Brand Spotlight: Atago Instruments
Instrument Choice proudly stocks over 150 brands of scientific instruments and laboratory equipment. To help you find the best products to suit your application, our scientists regularly spotlight brands to help you learn about the best manufacturers and the products they offer.
In this edition, we check out Atago, the world leaders in high-quality refractometry and optoelectronic equipment.
About Atago
Established almost 80 years ago, Atago manufactures refractometers and other quality monitoring equipment. Atago has an unrivalled reputation for continuous improvement and innovation, and their products are used by many industries, including food, beverage, medical, construction, plus automotive (to name a few).
Atago Products – A Snapshot
Our scientists have organised eight product subgroups to introduce Atago’s instruments and what they measure.
You can browse all products by Atago here.
Pocket “PAL” RefractometersIntroduction: The “PAL” series was born out of a growing demand for straightforward, portable refractometers that many industries could use. Atago’s response was to create a range of very accurate, pocket-sized, ergonomic and intuitive devices for everyday and professional measuring tasks. 
What PAL Refractometers measure:
View all Atago Pocket PAL models here. Product Example: Digital Hand-held Pocket Refractometer
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IR “Hikari” RefractometersIntroduction: Atago’s Hikari IR refractometers allow you to obtain accurate Brix measurements by simply touching the meter’s sensor on the fruit surface and pressing start. No cutting or squeezing is needed, and better still - no messy, time-consuming clean up afterwards. In a nutshell, the non-destructive process of Hikari IR refractometers results in a comprehensive inspection of Brix levels in foods and without expensive product wastage. What Atago’s Hikari IR refractometers measure: Mess-free Brix measurements of the following fruits: Product Example: Pocket IR Brix Meter (Mango)
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“Master” Optical RefractometersIntroduction: Atago’s “Master” range of optical refractometers include several practical analogue style meters. Different models have varying levels of heat resistance, water-resistance and come supplied with or without Automatic Temperature Compensation (ATC). You can be confident in finding an Atago optical refractometer to meet your unique application. These instruments provide quick, functional and battery-free assessments of six key parameters. What Atago’s “Master” Optical Refractometers measure:
View all Atago Optical Refractometers here 
Product Example: General Purpose Hand-held Master Refractometer
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Pen RefractometersIntroduction: Pen refractometers are efficient tools with three alternative ways to take a measurement:
What they measure:
Product Example: Digital Brix Pen Refractometer
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Benchtop “Palette” Refractometers
Introduction: The “Palette” series is compact, battery-operated, and rapidly displays measured values at a touch of a button. Palette refractometers are not limited to benchtops; they are small and light enough to manoeuvre and operate wherever you require a precise sample measurement. What they measure:
View all Atago “Palette” Refractometers here Product Example: Digital Refractometer
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Brix Acid MetersIntroduction: Atago offers specific-application hybrid Brix-Acidity meters to assist fruit growers, buyers, and retailers determine product quality, maturity, ripeness and value. 
What they measure:
View all Atago Brix-Acid Meters here Product Example: Pocket Brix-Acidity Meter Multi Fruits
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pH Meters NEW!Introduction: The NEW IP65 rated pH meter by Atago can accurately measure pH in as small as 0.6mL. Compared to many pH electrodes, Atago’s drop-style pH meters do not require storage solutions; they’re virtually unbreakable and incredibly easy to clean - thanks to a completely flat surface. What they measure: Product Example: Digital Drop Type pH Meter
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Viscometers (895 Series)Introduction: Atago’s viscosity meters (or viscometers) perform rapid viscosity measurements on the go. The meters are constructed from lightweight aluminium; they’re compact and easily carried with a single hand. The 895 viscometer series facilitate measurements from the included beaker or disposable paper cups – great for food processing and manufacturing environments where glass usage must be minimised. What they measure:
Product Example: Digital viscometer VISCO-895
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Conclusion
During 80 years of producing highly efficient testing equipment for the food, beverage, and manufacturing industries (among others), Atago has achieved an impressive reputation for quality, precision instrumentation.
The product examples above are just a few of the many instruments offered by Atago. Browse the complete range here.
For more information on Atago, speak with an Instrument Choice Scientist. Call 1300 737 871 or email [email protected].
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