Refractometers, what do you prefer and why?

[Mjl714]

Mine can be challenging to read, so I'm considering a change, and I'd like to know what everbody likes and why?

 

[jrpark22000]

tropic marin flosting hydrometer... crazy accurate and cheap.

http://www.tropic-marin.com/meerwasseranalytik/de-araeometer-en-hydrometer-fr-areometre/?lang=en

 

[Mjl714]

Old school, I like it. This is what we used 30 yrs ago. Where can you buy one of these? Do you find it easy to use?

 

[ColaAddict]

I use the V.S. refractometer. super accurate. I've been using it for 1 year and have yet needed to recalibrate it. I check accuracy with calibration fluid monthly and always on point.

http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?c=3578+4345+4690+12132&pcatid=12132

 

[Mjl714]

I use the V.S. refractometer. super accurate. I've been using it for 1 year and have yet needed to recalibrate it. I check accuracy with calibration fluid monthly and always on point.

http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?c=3578+4345+4690+12132&pcatid=12132

Easy to read?

 

[ColaAddict]

yes. I find it easier to read compared to the cheaper ones I've used in the past. it's just not cheap.

 

[Mjl714]

It shouldn't wear out.

 

[cet98]

I've had my Milwaukee handheld for years...holds it's calibration well but i still check it every 3 months or so just to be sure....

 

[Mjl714]

I've had my Milwaukee handheld for years...holds it's calibration well but i still check it every 3 months or so just to be sure....

Is there anything you don't like about? I've heard some complain about cleaning the Milwaukee's glass or something?

Do you calibrate with distilled water or saltwater?

 

[trackfast]

Off Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008560IXA?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_search_detailpage

Accurate and inexpensive.

 

[jrpark22000]

Old school, I like it. This is what we used 30 yrs ago. Where can you buy one of these? Do you find it easy to use?

Amazon has one, but i'm pretty sure I got one from an online fish store.
http://www.amazon.com/Tropic-Marin-ATM51002-Precision-Hydrometer/dp/B0002DK1YU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1450875944&sr=8-1&keywords=tropic+marine+hydrometer

It's not may daily tool, but is what I use to calibrate my salinity meter.

 

[cet98]

Is there anything you don't like about? I've heard some complain about cleaning the Milwaukee's glass or something?

Do you calibrate with distilled water or saltwater?

nothing I don't like....never had an issue. I only calibrate with salinity calibration solution.

 

[Mjl714]

Considering you calibrate with salinity calibration solution, I read about the ma887, it refers to zero calibration with distilled water, do you do this, and if so is it worthwhile?