Product Review: IC-HI98319 Marine Salinity Tester
About Salinity Measurement
Salinity is the measurement of the dissolved salts in water, which is one of the most tested water quality parameters in aquariums, aquaculture, brackish ecosystems and more. A digital salinity tester is a fast, practical and affordable way to determine these levels.
Like most living organisms, marine creatures in both wild and captive systems prefer a relatively stable external environment. Salt levels that change too rapidly or persist outside a species’ natural range can result in a range of physical and biological impacts.
Key Features of the IC-HI98319 Marine Salinity Tester
The IC-HI98319 is a compact, ergonomically designed salinity tester that’s popular for use in aquaculture, environmental monitoring and home aquariums, and is packed full of features you often found in professional-grade meters.
- Easy-to-Use: This tester boasts a simple-two button operation, shows the temperature and salinity readouts simultaneously, and users can select to view results in three different standard units.
- Measurement: Conductivity measurements converted using known conversion scales is how the IC-HI98319 determines salinity. See specifications (below) for the specific conversion tables used.
- Suitable Measurement Units: The instrument’s three user-selectable measurement units will suit any application. The IC-HI98319 Marine Salinity Tester displays results in parts per thousand (ppt), practical salinity units (PSU), or specific gravity (S.G.).
- Automatic Temperature Compensation: Conductivity measurements are highly sensitive to variations in temperature. This meter compensates automatically for temperature levels when taking a reading.
- Temperature Probe: The IC-HI98319 features an exposed temperature sensor that’s capable of rapid temperature measurements.
- Superior Temperature Probe Sensors: Rugged graphite sensors act to reduce polarisation effects common to other testers that use stainless steel instead. Graphite sensors do not oxidise in saline environments - a further benefit.
- You Get Everything You Need: Each HI98319 package includes the meter, 4 x 35 ppt calibration sachets and required batteries, all in a durable plastic storage case.
- Automatic Calibration: The IC-HI98319 Marine Salinity Tester will spontaneously recognise each calibration buffer solution when in measurement mode and fully immersed.
- Automatic Shut-Off: To help preserve battery life users can set auto-off for 8 minutes, 60 minutes, or when the device is disabled.
- Long Battery Life: Expect approximately 100 hours of continuous use before you need to replace your battery.
IC-HI98319 Marine Salinity Tester Specifications
Ppt |
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| Range | 0.0 to 70.0 ppt (g/L) |
| Resolution | 0.1 ppt (g/L) |
| Accuracy | ±1.0 ppt for 0.0 to 40.0 ppt; ±2.0 ppt for 40.0 to 70.0 ppt |
| Method | International Oceanographic Tables, 1966 |
PSU |
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| Range | 0.0 to 70.0 PSU |
| Resolution | 0.1 PSU |
| Accuracy | ±1.0 PSU for 0.0 to 40.0 PSU; ±2.0 PSU for 40.0 to 70.0 PSU |
| Method | Standard Methods for the Examination of Water and Wastewater, 2520 B, Electrical Conductivity Method |
Specific Gravity (S.G.) |
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| Range | 1.000 to 1.041 |
| Resolution | 0.001 |
| Accuracy | ±0.001 S.G |
| Method | Standard Methods for the Examination of Water and Wastewater, 2520 C, Density Method |
Temperature |
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| Range | 0.0 to 50.0°C |
| Resolution | 0.1°C |
| Accuracy | ±0.5°C |
Additional Specifications |
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| Calibration | Automatic, single point 35.00 ppt |
| Temperature Compensation | Automatic, 5 to 50°C |
| Battery Type/Life | CR2032 Li-ion (included) / approx. 100 hours of continuous use |
| Auto-off | 8 minutes, 60 minutes, or can be disabled |
| Environment | 0 to 50°C; RH 100% max |
| Dimensions | 160 x 40 x 17 mm |
| Weight | 75g |
IC-HI98319 Marine Salinity Tester Applications
The IC-HI98319 Marine Salinity Tester is ideal for measuring salinity in such applications as:
- Saltwater aquariums
- Aquaculture
- Brackish water
- Other saltwater bodies
Conclusion
Want more information on the IC-HI98319 Marine Salinity Tester? Speak with an Instrument Choice Scientist! We're here to help! Call 1300 737 871 or email [email protected].
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