Sugar/Brix Refractometer 0-32%

Sugar/Brix Refractometer (0-32% Range)

Measure sugar content accurately and instantly with the Sper Scientific Sugar/Brix Refractometer. This model, featuring a 0-32% Brix range, is our most popular due to its versatility across numerous quality control applications. It's an indispensable tool for determining the sugar content of fruit, fruit juices, wine, milk, soft drinks, and yeast culture solutions.

How it Works Operation is simple: place a drop or two of your liquid sample on the prism, close the cover, and look through the eyepiece to read the results on the bright, clearly defined scale. Because they work using ambient light, our portable refractometers require no batteries or external power source, making them perfect for use in the field, on the production line, or in a lab.

Common Applications Also known as sugar refractometers, Brix refractometers are staples in the food and beverage, agriculture, and wine industries.

• Agriculture: Fruit farmers use them to monitor the sugar content of produce directly on the vine, helping to pinpoint the optimal time for harvesting to ensure peak flavor and quality.
• Food & Beverage Industry: Grocers, purchasers, and producers use Brix values to assess quality and determine pricing. This handheld refractometer is an ideal instrument for ensuring consistency and quality in products like juices, jams, and soft drinks.
• Winemaking: Vintners rely on refractometers to measure the sugar concentration in grape must, which helps predict the potential alcohol content of the finished wine.

Features and Specifications:

• Lightweight and Portable: Designed for on-the-go measurements.
• Simple Calibration: Easily calibrates to zero using distilled water.
• Durable Construction: Features a rubber-coated hand grip that insulates the test solution from inaccuracies caused by the user's body heat.
• Clear Optics: A covered eyepiece and a bright, well-defined scale with large, easy-to-read measurements ensure accurate readings.
• Water-Resistant: Built to withstand use in various environments.

Technical Details:

• Brix Range: 0-32%
• Resolution: 0.2%
• Accuracy: ±0.2%
• Dimensions: 6¾" x 1½" (171 x 38 mm)
• Weight: 3.1 oz (89 g)
• Compliance: RoHS certified
• Warranty: 5 years

What is a Refractometer? A refractometer is an optical instrument that measures the extent to which light is bent (or refracted) as it passes through a liquid sample. This measurement, known as the refractive index, is directly related to the concentration of dissolved solids in the liquid. Refractometers are widely used to identify a sample, assess its purity, or determine the concentration of a solute (like sugar) in a solution. With reasonable care, their reliability and precision will last a lifetime.

What’s Included? All Sper Scientific refractometers come as a complete kit with everything you need for immediate use:

• Refractometer unit
• Calibration screwdriver
• Transfer pipettes for sample application
• Full instruction manual
• Durable, protective carrying case