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Digital Refractometer

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I'm considering getting this:

http://www.marinedepot.com/Hanna_Instruments_Digital_Seawater_Refractometer_Refractometers_for_Saltwater_Aquariums-Hanna_Instruments-HN1411-FITEOPRF-0-vi.html

Has anyone used one? What do you think?
 
that one crazy refractometer -- dunno if it needs to be calibrated like the normal ones. but 200 bucks to just tell you how much salt there is in water is a bit much for me =). it is an awesome piece of equipment though.
 
First one I've seen. I agree about the fact it's a pricey little bugger! My analogue refractometer is very quick and easy to use and freed up cash for salt mix.
http://www.marinedepot.com/Captive_Purity_Refractometer_Refractometers_for_Saltwater_Aquariums-Captive_Purity-CP2111-FITEOPRF-vi.html
 
Erin likes her toys :p

If you have the money and want it, go for it. I don't think you will gain anything over a standard refractors though.
 
It is a bit expensive but I'm surprised nobody else here has sprung for one. I'm not the only one around here who likes their toys.

Reasons why I don't like my refractometer:
- it's annoying to have to squint through it and try to figure out where the stupid line is
- often gets bubbles and I have to wipe and take a new sample
- often don't have a bright point light source handy (especially when the halide is off)
- frequently gets off and needs recalibration

Since it's one of the most frequent things I do on my tank, it seems worth it to spend a little more to make life easier. That said, I asked on RC and the word is that this isn't all that accurate. They recommend conductivity meters, which are more expensive, but might still be worth it to me if it's something I use frequently for years.

I had a PinPoint conductivity meter once, but it got wet and shorted out. So I definitely want something waterproof too.
 
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Um what are you going to do with your old brains? If your just going to trash them I'd love to get a few for a project I am working on :lol:
 
Old brain has high mileage looking to trade in for a newer model. Would love to package to also upgrade to some new knees, a right shoulder and back.
 
Here is a link for a unit that has higher senstivity but is not cheap

http://www.misco.com/products/AQUAR-H20.html

AQUAR Seawater Refractometer this equivalent to lab grade unit that I have in my labs.

Mike
 
seminolecpa said:
Old brain has high mileage looking to trade in for a newer model. Would love to package to also upgrade to some new knees, a right shoulder and back.
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You want a new unused brain with nothing in it??

:D
 
pixelpixi said:
I ordered something but I am not saying what for fear of being made fun of!
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What if I like to make fun of people who don't want to say what they ordered out of fear of being made fun of?!!!
 
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