Description
HI-98164 pH meter
HI-98164 pH meter specifically designed for yogurt, measures pH and temperature. Comes with a durable and waterproof casing, comes with a easy to clean glass body electrode. FC2133 probe compatible with this meter
The HI-98164 is a rugged, waterproof, Foodcare portable pH meter that measures pH and temperature using the FC2133 yogurt pH electrode.
- Waterproof – The professional meter is IP67 rated.
- CAL Check™ – Alerts users to problems.
- Automatic or manual temperature compensation.
- Calibration.
- 200 hour battery life approximately with 1.5V AA batteries (x4) .
- Clear display.
- Auto hold.
- Calibration timeout.
- PC Connectivity via USB.
- GLP.
- Intuitive keypad.
- Carry case and accessories.
About the FC2133 electrode
The FC2133 amplified pH electrode is a specialised probe offering numerous features to improve pH testing for yogurt producers.
An integrated temperature sensor allows for temperature compensated pH measurements without the need for a separate temperature probe. The probe’s conical sensing bulb ensures stable calibration and measurement in semi-solids and emulsions like yogurt.
An integral part of any pH electrode is the reference junction. The reference junction is a part of the electrode that allows for the flow of ions located in the reference cell into the sample being tested. It is vital that this flow occurs in order to complete an electrical circuit, which ultimately determines the pH value. Any clogging of the junction will prevent completion of the circuit, resulting in readings that are erratic or constantly drifting.
Clogging of the reference junction is a common challenge faced by yogurt producers as the milk solids and proteins can easily build up on the electrode. The open junction design of the FC2133 utilises a viscolene reference electrolyte that comes into direct contact with the yogurt sample. Without a physical junction, the electrode resists clogging and continues to provide accurate, stable readings. See spec below.
FC2133 Foodcare pH temp electrode especially for yogurt
- Easy-clean glass body
- Conical glass tip ideal for semi-solids
- Open junction reference prevents clogging
- Built-in temperature sensor
CAL Check™ features on the HI-98164 ph Meter
The HI-98164 has the Hanna unique CAL Check™ feature that alerts the user to potential problems during the calibration process. This is a very important for the food processor since it is likely that the probe will be coated with the solids found in the food product being measured. This coating can easily lead to errors in pH measurement. By comparing previous calibration data to the current calibration, the meter will inform the user, with display prompts, when the probe needs to be cleaned, replaced, or if the pH buffer might be contaminated. After calibration, the overall probe condition is displayed on screen as a percentage from 0 to 100% in increments of 10%. The probe condition is affected by both the offset and slope characteristics of the pH electrode, both of which can be found in the GLP data.
Consumables
pH Calibration Standards and Electrode storage and cleaning solutions for effective maintenance of your ph meter and electrode can be purchased here
https://labtekservices.co.uk/product-category/quality-control-and-test-kits/ph-testing/
