Anton Paar Abbemat Essential 3201 Benchtop Refractometer

Anton Paar Abbemat Essential 3201 Benchtop Refractometer

The Anton Paar Abbemat Essential 3201 is a cost-effective benchtop refractometer designed to deliver high-quality, precise measurements with reliable temperature control. This device combines ease of use, robust build quality, and innovative technology to streamline laboratory processes and ensure accurate results every time. Whether you're working with liquids, viscous substances, solids, or turbid solutions, the Abbemat Essential is the perfect tool to enhance efficiency and eliminate errors.

Key Features and Benefits

Exceptional Precision with Peltier Temperature Control

• Accurate refractive index measurements rely on precise temperature control. The Abbemat Essential features a proven Peltier temperature control system and the patented T-Check system, which guarantees surface temperature accuracy of up to ±0.03 °C.
• Benefits:
  • Precise prism-surface temperature monitoring.
  • Traceable temperature check and adjustment.
  • Prevention of temperature-induced measurement errors.

Fast and Efficient Operation

• With short cycle times of just 10 seconds, the Abbemat Essential speeds up concentration and refractive index measurements.
• Its intuitive user interface and predefined methods allow all staff members, even first-time users, to measure and document results effortlessly.
• Minimal sample volume required – just 70 µL, making it ideal for valuable or limited samples.

Wide Measurement Range

• Refractive Index Range: 1.26 nD to 1.72 nD with an accuracy of ±0.00002 nD and repeatability of ±0.0000015 nD.
• Brix Range: 0 °Brix to 100 °Brix, with an accuracy of ±0.015 °Brix and resolution of 0.001 °Brix.
• Temperature Range: 42 °C to 105 °C, with probe accuracy of ±0.03 °C and stability of ±0.002 °C.

Durable and Long-Lasting Design

• Equipped with a sapphire prism (Mohs hardness of 9, diamond-grade durability), the Abbemat Essential ensures long-term precision, even with regular cleaning using lab tools like spatulas.
• Backed by a 25-year warranty on the prism for peace of mind.
• Constructed with stainless steel and optional Ni-alloy in the sample well for chemical resistance and durability.

Simplified Documentation

• The optional label printer makes it easy to print results directly, ensuring accurate data management. This eliminates transcription errors and simplifies compliance with lab standards.
• Results can be signed and inserted directly into your laboratory records.

Ready-to-Use Design

• The Abbemat Essential is designed for immediate use right out of the box. Its 7-inch hybrid touch display and user-friendly controls require no setup or training, minimizing errors and maximizing efficiency in any lab environment.

Applications

The Abbemat Essential Benchtop Refractometer is suitable for a wide range of industries and applications, including:

• Pharmaceuticals: Precise measurement of active ingredients and quality control.
• Food and Beverage: Brix measurements for sugar content in beverages, jams, and syrups.
• Chemicals: Monitoring concentrations of solutions for industrial processes.
• Cosmetics: Ensuring the consistency and quality of creams, lotions, and other formulations.

Technical Specifications

• Refractive Index Range: 1.26 nD to 1.72 nD
• Refractive Index Accuracy: ±0.00002 nD
• Refractive Index Repeatability: ±0.0000015 nD
• Brix Range: 0 °Brix to 100 °Brix
• Brix Accuracy: ±0.015 °Brix
• Temperature Range: 42 °C to 105 °C
• Temperature Accuracy: ±0.03 °C
• Min. Sample Volume: 70 µL
• Light Source: LED with >100,000-hour lifetime
• Dimensions (WxHxD): 225 mm x 115 mm x 330 mm
• Weight: 3.5 kg
• Power Requirements: 100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 10 W to 100 W (depending on settings)
• Materials in Contact with Sample: Sapphire prism, stainless steel or Ni-alloy sample well, FFKM seals
• Communication Interfaces: USB for label printer

Why Choose the Abbemat Essential 3201?

• Reliable Results: Advanced temperature control and high-resolution measurements eliminate uncertainties.
• Ease of Use: No training required, ensuring efficient operation by any team member.
• Durable Construction: Scratch-proof prism and robust materials ensure long-term performance.
• Fast and Accurate Documentation: Integrated label printing for seamless recordkeeping.

Whether you're performing basic quality control or advanced research, the Abbemat Essential 3201 delivers precise, reliable, and efficient results, making it an invaluable tool for any laboratory.