Do you have a Hach DR900? Have you lost the ability to view and access it's stored programs?
There is a potential for the Hach DR 900 to lose the ability to view and access its stored programmes. This is a result of the internal data log overwriting the stored programme file. This will most likely occur on instruments that have performed in excess of 1,700 tests. In addition, th...
Palintest have launched a line of new handheld water testing photometers featuring the same tried and tested Palintest technology as predecessors but with new and improved features. The Lumiso photometers are available as single parameter meters and also as multi-parameter pool testing meters. They are light-weight, simple to use and ideal for performing water testing anywhere. Explore the ran...
Human activity can have such a devastating impact on animal populations in even the most remote locations. The Proteus project are using the Hach DR300 handheld water analysis photometers to measure the levels of chemicals present in a cave systems in the hopes of saving an endangered species.
Proteus anguinus is found in cave water systems.
The European cave salamander Proteus anguinu...
Hach have a wide variety of sample cells for use in their colorimeters and spectrophotometers. The correct type of sample cell that is required for every method programme with each compatible instrument will be detailed at the start of the method sheet. Here, any adapters that may be required along with any extra equipment needed to perform the test will also be listed. This is the typical form...
A.Trying to pick out the correct test can prove to be a challenge. There are a number of different tests available from Hach to test for Iron and you will need to select the most appropriate test for the specific form of iron you are testing for. Iron can be present in natural and treated water. The presence of excess iron can have negative impacts for instance insoluble deposits (rust) can ...
Colloidal iron is precipitated iron in water that cannot be easily filtered due to the fact it consists of extremely small iron particles that do not clump together in solution. Here is a method in quantifying the amount of colloidal iron in a sample using an iron pocket colorimeter. To measure the amount of dissolved iron you have in your sample start by filtering your sample to remove...
The Lovibond PFX range will no longer have spare parts manufactured and provided.
The Lovibond PFX range ceased manufacture in 2010, when the new PFXi series was introduced.
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As the PFX has been discontinued for so long, spare parts are no longer being manufactured for this model.
However, the...
Lovibond have enhanced the firmware for the EComparator Series- An instrument designed for the colour measurement of water. The latest version is V2.22 and is now available to download from the Lovibond® FTP server. This latest update incorporates: 1/ Enhanced capabilities in the ‘Projects...
Most methods of measuring chlorine in water refer to free and total chlorine, but what exactly do these mean and what is the difference? Measuring Chlorine with a Pocket Colorimeter The element Chlorine exists as a gas Cl2, when this is mixed with water it forms hypochlorous acid (HOCl) which is the disinfecting agen...
Update: The Palintest 8000 how now been superseded by the Palintest Lumiso expert photometer
Vials, reagents and service for the Palintest 8000 are still available from the Camlab website, or you can contact camlab for more information on the contact form below
The new, upgraded Palintest Photometer 8000 Field Kit has now been launched for use in the drinking water, wastewater, surface water...
Can I connect my Palintest 7500 to a PC/Mac?
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There is a standard USB A to B cable in the kit supplied with the Palintest 7500. Â When you plug the instrument into a PC then it will then act just like a flash drive and you can drag the 7500log.txt file onto the PC. This text file ca...
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Lovibond LC100 Spectrocolorimeter.
The Lovibond® LC 100 and SV 100 integrated package provides a unique solution to users looking to measure food, powders, cosmetics and pastes. The SV 100 holder supports the LC 100 at an ergonomic viewing angle to enable the measurements in Lovibond® optic...
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I came across your article about "DPD Tablets" on Camlab Info, and it's a valuable resource for anyone seeking information about water testing and analysis using DPD tablets. Your explanation of their usage and significance in water quality monitoring is quite informative.
This article on nanocolor tube tests is a gem for analytical enthusiasts. The idea of zero calibration is intriguing, and your detailed explanation makes it accessible. The step-by-step process helps demystify the technique for beginners like me. The use cases you've highlighted, particularly in...
Grant have introduced the new Controlled Rate Freeze Thaw (CRFT), which is a liquid nitrogen and cryogen free controlled rate freeze and thaw system for cryopreservation in a wide range of applications. Cryopreservation is a process where biological materials such as cells, tissues...
A dipslide is a means of testing the microbial content of liquids. This is a common method of monitoring and measuring microbial activity within many systems and commonly cooling systems. Usually the use of a dipslide is the first line of defence for the testing of microbial issues that could be...
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Working with pressure/vacuum conditions in the lab is common but not all products are designed to withstand this. Products with appropriate geometry and wall thickness are suitable for working safely with pressure. For example, filtering flasks, desiccators, or flat flange vessels, as well as...
