This type of instrument is a portable, pen-style digital meter designed for quick, on-the-go measurement of salinity in liquids. It is a conductivity-based tester, meaning it measures the electrical conductivity (EC) of the solution and electronically converts that reading into a salinity value in parts per thousand (ppt).
Features
:- Accurate Results.
- Calibration: The device is capable of user calibration (usually a 1-point manual or digital calibration) using a known salinity standard solution to maintain its accuracy.
- Durable Build: Often features a water-resistant or waterproof (e.g., IP67) housing, making it suitable for field use.
Applications
:- Aquaculture: Perfect for monitoring brackish water conditions in fish or shrimp farms.
- Hydroponics & Agriculture: Testing the salinity of nutrient solutions and monitoring soil salinity to prevent crop damage.
- Aquariums: Suitable for low-salinity or brackish water tanks (less suitable for full marine/reef tanks).
- Environmental Monitoring: Testing water in estuaries, rivers, and coastal areas where fresh and saltwater mix.