Anton Paar Abbemat Essential 3101 Benchtop Refractometer

Anton Paar Abbemat Essential 3101 Benchtop Refractometer

• Accuracy: ±0.00004 nD / ± 0.03 °Brix
• Measuring range: 1.30 nD to 1.66 nD / 0 °Brix to 100 °Brix
• Precise temperature control: 10 °C to 70 °C
• 10 pre-installed measuring scales
• Print results with optional label printer

The Abbemat Essential 3101 is a cutting-edge benchtop refractometer designed to provide exceptional accuracy and ease of use at a budget-friendly price. Perfect for laboratories of all sizes, this device combines precision, durability, and user-friendly operation to deliver reliable refractive index measurements across a wide range of applications. With advanced features, intuitive design, and robust build quality, the Abbemat Essential 3101 simplifies workflows and ensures confidence in every result.

Key Benefits and Features

High-Quality Build for Reliable Results

• Scratch-Proof Sapphire Prism: Equipped with a durable sapphire prism, the Abbemat 3101 ensures consistent, precise results throughout the instrument's lifetime. The prism has a Mohs hardness rating of 9, nearly diamond-grade, making it resistant to scratches even during cleaning with laboratory tools.
• 25-Year Warranty on the Prism: Backed by a long-term warranty, the sapphire prism guarantees performance you can trust for decades.

Advanced Temperature Control

• Proven Peltier Temperature Control: Ensures precise and stable temperature regulation for accurate refractive index measurements.
• Patented T-Check System: Conducts traceable temperature checks and calibration before delivery, ensuring surface temperature accuracy up to ±0.03 °C.
• Prevention of Temperature-Induced Errors: Helps eliminate inaccuracies caused by fluctuations in temperature, critical for achieving reliable data.

Fast and Efficient Measurements

• Short Cycle Times: Complete measurements and documentation in as little as 10 seconds for quick decision-making.
• Low Sample Volume: Requires only 70 µL of sample, making it ideal for precious or limited-volume samples.
• Simplified User Interface: Predefined methods and an intuitive design make it easy to perform concentration measurements, even for first-time users.

Versatile Measurement Options

• Refractive Index and Brix Measurements: Accurately measures refractive index (1.30 nD–1.66 nD) and Brix (0 °Brix–100 °Brix) with resolutions of 0.00001 nD and 0.001 °Brix, respectively.
• Additional Methods: Supports eight exchangeable methods for added flexibility in various applications.
• Wide Sample Compatibility: Suitable for liquids, viscous or solid substances, and even turbid solutions.

Ease of Use and Data Management

• No Training Required: Designed for immediate use, its no-frills interface allows anyone in the lab to operate the device efficiently.
• Integrated Documentation: Paired with an optional label printer, the Abbemat 3101 enables seamless printing of results, eliminating manual transcription errors and ensuring traceable data.
• 7-Inch Hybrid Touch Display: Offers a clear, user-friendly interface for navigation and operation.

Specifications

Measuring Parameters

• Refractive Index:
  • Range: 1.30 nD to 1.66 nD
  • Resolution: 0.00001 nD
  • Accuracy: ±0.00004 nD
  • Repeatability: ±0.0000015 nD
• Brix:
  • Range: 0 °Brix to 100 °Brix
  • Resolution: 0.001 °Brix
  • Accuracy: ±0.03 °Brix

Temperature

• Range: 10 °C to 70 °C
• Probe Accuracy: ±0.03 °C
• Probe Stability: ±0.002 °C

Materials and Durability

• Prism: Scratch-proof synthetic sapphire.
• Sample Well: Stainless steel, with an option for Ni-alloy.
• Seal: Made from FFKM (perfluoroelastomer), ensuring compatibility with a wide range of chemicals.

Light Source

• LED light source with an average lifetime exceeding 100,000 hours.
• Wavelength: 589.3 nm (via wavelength-adjusted interference filter).

Power and Dimensions

• Power Requirements: 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 10 W - 100 W, depending on sample and ambient temperature.
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 225 mm x 115 mm x 330 mm.
• Weight: 3.5 kg.

Applications

The Abbemat Essential 3101 is ideal for use in a wide range of industries, including:

• Food and Beverage: For measuring sugar concentration (Brix) in juices, beverages, and syrups.
• Pharmaceuticals: Reliable analysis of liquid medications and solutions.
• Chemicals: Testing solvents, oils, and other industrial liquids.
• Cosmetics: Ensures quality control in lotions, creams, and other viscous products.

Why Choose the Abbemat Essential 3101?

• Ready to use straight out of the box, requiring no setup.
• Eliminates transcription errors with seamless data printing.
• Built to withstand years of rigorous lab use with unmatched durability.

The Anton Paar Abbemat Essential 3101 delivers precision, reliability, and ease of use, making it the ultimate tool for accurate refractive index and Brix measurements. Whether you're analyzing pharmaceuticals, food, or chemicals, this device ensures quality results every time.