Abbe refractometer KRÜSS AR4
The KRÜSS AR4 is a classic Abbe refractometer. The scales can be set manually using the drive knob and the refractive index and Brix values are read off using an eyepiece. The temperature is measured with the integrated digital thermometer and displayed on the LCD. The AR4 refractometer can be connected to a circulation thermostat for temperature control. This device can be used in a wide range of applications: for identity checking, purity control and concentration determination of raw materials, semi-finished products and end products or for determining the sugar concentration as well as for incoming and outgoing goods inspection.
- Measurement of liquid and viscous samples, regardless of their viscosity
- Measurement of films possible and of solid samples that have at least one smooth side
- Wide measurement range from nD 1.3000-1.7200 and 0-95 %Brix
- Reading the measured values via an eyepiece
- Integrated thermometer
- Hose connections for temperature control with a circulation thermostat
- Robust housing and easy handling
- Temperature display on LED display
The Abbe refractometers have a wide range of applications in the chemical, petro-, oil- and fat industries, in the food industry, in hospitals, pharmacies and research offices, as well as in research and teaching. The special feature is the possibility to measure not only liquid and viscous samples but also solids and foils.
Main application fields are:
- Identity test, purity control and concentration determination of raw materials, semi-finished products and end products
- Determination of the sugar concentration
- Incoming and outgoing goods inspection
- Purity control
- Testing of food and pharmaceutical products
- Testing of the compliance with national and international standards
- Training
Technical data KRÜSS AR4
| Specification | Abbe refractometer AR4 model |
|---|---|
| Measurement range | nD 1.3000-1.7200 0-95 %Brix |
| Temperature control range 1) | Retrofittable |
| Measurement accuracy 2) | nD ±0.0002 ±0.1 %Brix |
| Accuracy of temperature control 1) | Retrofittable |
| Resolution | nD 0.0005 0.25 %Brix |
| Wavelength | 589 nm |
| Temperature measurement accuracy | ±0.5 °C |
| Temperature measurement resolution | 0,1 °C |
| Temperature control 1) | Retrofittable |
| Scales | Refractive index (nD), concentration of sucrose (%Brix) |
| Adjustment | About adjusting screw |
| Parts in contact with the sample | Optical Flint glass (SF4) |
| Operation | drive knob |
| Interfaces | 1 x RS-232, 1 x RS-422 |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 100 mm x 270 mm x 190 mm |
| Weight | 2.5 kg |
| Operating voltage | 7.5 V |
| Power consumption (max.) | 15 W |
¹) Requires circulation thermostat PT31
²) Under normal conditions for measurement of refractive index (λ = 589 nm, 20 °C, 1013 hPa, 50 % relative humidity)