GENERAL INFORMATION TERMINOLOGY Probe vs. electrode : Usually, they mean the same thing. Sometimes electrode is used to refer to the positive or negative part of the probe, which causes some confusion. That is why we use the term probe to refer to the entire unit. ph Combination probe: ph and reference parts combined into one probe. Note that this DOES NOT include temperature. ATC probe: Automatic Temperature Compensation probe. This probe measures temperature only. 3-in-one probe: A probe which incorporates a ph probe, reference probe and an ATC probe. The ph part may be gel-filled or refillable. Triode: Thermo Scientific Orion s trademarked name for a 3-in-one probe. Refillable probe: A probe which has a hole to extract and refill internal filling solution. Gel-filled probe: A sealed probe which does not allow the internal filling solution to be changed. It does not contain a gel. In most cases, it contains the same filling solution as its refillable counterpart. Sure-Flow TM probe: Everybody knows they are supposed to change the fill solution in their ph probe, but few do it as often as they should. Sure-Flow technology makes it a snap to flush out your old solution and clean the reference junction at the same time. Simply pressing down on the cap flushes the junction and empties the fill solution from the electrode. The Sure-Flow feature is available on several styles of electrodes, including the ROSS Line. Ross TM probe: Ross electrode technology has been patented by Thermo Scientific Orion. These electrodes have extremely fast response times in solutions with low ionic content such as drinking water and final effluent when compared to other electrodes. ROSS electrodes are available with or without a Sure-Flow feature. ph pen: A quick and dirty way to estimate ph for screening purposes. As with ph paper, the ph pen should NEVER be used for reporting purposes. www.nclabs.com Order Toll Free 1.800.648.7836
GENERAL INFORMATION A ph meter (even if it includes temperature and millivolts) is good for ph only. In theory, you could run ISE measurements (such as Ammonia and Total Residual Chlorine) if the meter has a millivolt mode, but you would have to graph every calibration. This is so tedious that very few technicians do this. So you may wish to consider a ph/ise meter if there is a chance that you will need ISE capabilities in the future. Otherwise, you will have to purchase an additional ISE meter. GOOD LABORATORY PRACTICE Good laboratory practice requires you to calibrate your probe with AT LEAST two buffers or standards. Some procedures and/or regulatory agencies may require a three-point calibration. All probes should be calibrated at least every day that they are used. If they are used for more than four hours in succession, they should be recalibrated. This is good laboratory practice, and holds true regardless of what brand of meter and probe you have. Buffers, as well as samples, should be stirred during calibration and measurement. This means with a stir plate, not by swishing the probe around with your hand. Stirring at a uniform low-tomedium speed will increase the response speed, as well as the accuracy, of any ph probe. MAINTENANCE Normally meters do not require any maintenance. The advantage of gel-filled probes is that no maintenance is required. The disadvantage is that no maintenance is possible. As a ph probe ages, the response slows, just like with people. With a ph probe, the slowing response is usually due to the filling solution being contaminated or depleted of ionic strength. With a sealed ( gelfilled ) probe, there is nothing you can do about this, except replace the probe. With a refillable probe, you can remove the old filling solution and replace it with fresh filling solution. We make the following recommendations: 1. Those of you who actually read the probe manuals know that most manuals recommend changing the filling solution once a week. Many people change it never. Let s split the difference and make sure the filling solution is changed once a month. This should be sufficient for most applications. 2. Changing means removing as much of the old solution as possible. Our NCL# PF-5 transfer pipet is helpful for that purpose. Note that changing does not mean merely adding new solution to replenish for evaporation. Doing this will result in crystallization at the bottom of the probe, eventually plugging the reference junction and slowing or stopping the response. 3. Always use the correct filling solution for the specific probe. DO NOT use Thermo Scientific Orion filling solution for a Corning probe, or YSI filling solution for a Thermo Scientific probe, or any other combination. Even if you THINK it is all the same-it isn t. Always use fresh filling solution-not something you found in a drawer. For some reason, many manufacturers do not usually give an expiration date for filling solutions on their label. In no case should filling solution be used if it is over two years old. 4. If you decide to clean your ph probe, consider the following: A. Changing the filling solution and using fresh buffers usually does more to improve a ph probe s performance than does cleaning. B. Always use the exact cleaning procedure for your particular probe as described in the probe manual, paying close attention to the soak times. If the manual says 2 minutes, it means two minutes, not ten. There are some that figure the manual says two minutes, but my probe is really dirty, so I ll leave it in 10 minutes. We really like people who think like this because they buy a lot of replacement probes. Order Toll Free 1.800.648.7836 www.nclabs.com
GENERAL INFORMATION SLOW RESPONSE A ph probe s response time is judged by the length of time it takes to get a stable reading in a buffer NOT A SAMPLE! A buffer is a solution that is high in ionic strength and is formulated to resist a change in ph. A ph probe should stabilize in a uniformly stirred buffer within one minute, preferably less. However, it is NORMAL for a ph probe to take 10 minutes or more to stabilize in an unbuffered solution of LOW ionic strength, such as drinking water, final effluent, or lab-pure water. In one of our tests, it took 46 minutes to reach a stable reading in deionized water. This is normal. What can you do to speed up a probe s response? A. Stir, using a stir-plate - don t swish it with your hand. B. Change the filling solution at least once a month. C. Buy a better probe. Ross probes are faster and more accurate than economyline probes. Isfet (solid state) ph probes are fast, but lose their calibration quickly, sometimes within 15 minutes. You get what you pay for. The cheapest probes are slower responding and less accurate than the expensive ones. There is no way around this. PACKAGING: WHAT S INCLUDED Manufacturers are making life difficult again with several different packages for every meter. For example: with or without probe, electrode holder, cases, etc. When comparing our prices with our competitors, be sure to consider what is included in each package. Note: Thermo Scientific Orion has discontinued all US Standard meters and probes. www.nclabs.com Order Toll Free 1.800.648.7836
BENCH ORION STAR A111 BENCHTOP ph METER ph Range 0.0 to 14 Resolution 0.1 / 0.01 Relative Accuracy ±0.01 Temperature 5 to 105 C mv Range/Resolution ± 1600.0 / 0.1 Measures ph, mv, and Temp Ready indication Up to 3 point ph calibration Automatic buffer recognition IP54 dustproof and splashproof 50-point datalogger Three-year replacement warranty AC adapter included* * Can also be operated with four AA batteries (not included) ORION STAR A111 Benchtop ph Meter/Accessories NCL # Price Meter and electrode holder PA-1111 511.10 ph Kit: meter, electrode holder, O-9157BNMD refillable ph/atc triode, ph buffers, storage and cleaning solution PA-1111A 716.40 Refillable epoxy ph/atc triode O-9157BNMD 359.10 ORION STAR A211 BENCHTOP ph METER Measures ph, mv, and Temp Bright LCD display with ready indication Automatic or manual calibration (1 to 5 points) IP54 dustproof and splashproof 2000-point datalogger which is downloadable to printer or computer via an optional RS232 or USB interface accessory Three-year replacement warranty AC adapter included* * Can also be operated with four AA batteries (not included) ORION STAR A211 Benchtop ph Meter/Accessories NCL # Price Meter and electrode holder PA-1112 754.20 ph Kit: meter, electrode holder, O-8302 ph/atc triode, buffers, storage and cleaning solutions ROSS glass refillable ph/atc triode PA-1112A 1026.00 O-8302 524.70 ph Range 0.0 to 14 Resolution 0.1 / 0.01 / 0.001 Relative Accuracy ± 0.002 Temperature 5 to 105 C mv Range/Resolution ± 2000.0 / 0.1 Order Toll Free 1.800.648.7836 www.nclabs.com
BENCH EDGE - ph METER This new innovative ph meter from Hanna Instruments is thin ( 1 / 2 ), and lightweight (9 oz.). Features include a large, easy to read (5.5 ) LCD display; CAL-CHECK to warn if probe or buffers are bad and two USB ports. METER KIT INCLUDES: Flat screen ph meter ph/temp triode Electrode arm Wall-mount bracket USB cable AC adapter Buffer & electrode storage packets ph resolution: 0.01 or 0.001 mv resolution: 0.1 mv Temperature readout ( C or F) Automatic temperature compensation Datalogging: Manual: 1000 points On Stability: 200 points On intervals: 600 points Accepts up to 5 calibration points Buffer recognition: 1.68, 4.01, 6.86, 7.01, 9.18, 10.01, and 12.45 Power supply: 5 VDC (adapter included) Warranty: Meter: 2 years Probes: 6 months HI-202 409.00/ea REPLACEMENT EDGE ph ELECTRODE Glass body, double junction, refillable ph electrode with temperature sensor. HI-113 145.00/ea REPLACEMENT EDGE ph ELECTRODE PEI body, double junction, gel-filled ph electrode with temperature sensor. HI-123 105.00/ea www.nclabs.com Order Toll Free 1.800.648.7836
Hanna Edge Bluetooth ph system BENCH NEW Compatibility/System Requirements Android: Compatible with most devices equipped with Bluetooth Smart Technology (Bluetooth 4.0) and running Android 4.3 or later. ios Compatible with ipad (3rd generation or newer) iphone (4S or newer) ipod Touch (5th generation or newer) Download Information Hanna Lab App is available free from the Play Store or App Store. Edgeblu includes benchtop docking station with electrode holder, wall mount cradle, USB cable, glass body, gel-filled ph electrode with temperature sensor, 5 VDC power adapter, and instruction manual. Order Toll Free 1.800.648.7836 www.nclabs.com
Hanna Edge Bluetooth ph system BENCH This system is the bluetooth version of the Hanna Edge ph meter. Free yourself from wires when performing ph measurements. Hanna Instruments is proud to introduce Edgeblu, a ph meter that uses ph electrodes with Bluetooth Smart technology (Bluetooth 4.0). These ph electrodes connect wirelessly to Edgeblu or a compatible Apple or Android device running the Hanna Lab App. * Edgeblu uses HALO Bluetooth ph electrodes with a built-in temperature sensor to send measurement data wirelessly to the meter or a compatible Apple or Android device running the Hanna Lab App. * Edgeblu features advanced ph electrode diagnostics to ensure worry free measurements. Diagnostics include Hanna s exclusive CAL Check feature that alerts users to potential problems during calibration. * Edgeblu features a capacitive touch keypad that gives a distinctive, modern look. The keypad is sensitive enough to be used with laboratory gloves and has a fast response. HALO ph electrodes with Bluetooth Smart Technology Each Edgeblu is supplied with a HALO Bluetooth ph electrode. The Halo uses Bluetooth Smart Technology (Bluetooth 4.0), which is energy efficient and allows the probe to operate on 1 CR2032 battery for approximately 500 hours. The HALO ph electrode is a double junction, gel-filled, glass body ph electrode with a built-in thermistor temperature sensor. All readings are automatically compensated for temperature variations. The HALO ph electrode transmits measurement data directly to Edgeblu or a compatible Apple or Android device. All HALO ph electrodes are auto-detected providing ph sensor type, calibration data and serial number when connected. The HALO ph electrode also features a blue LED ring that changes flashing frequency based on whether it is in discovery mode or when it is connected to the Edgeblu or compatible device. The button located on the HALO ph probe is used to place it in discovery mode or to log data directly to the Edgeblu or compatible Apple or Android device. NEW HI-2B 599.00/ea Replacement HALO Bluetooth gel-filled electrode HI-11102 180.00/ea www.nclabs.com Order Toll Free 1.800.648.7836
BENCH ECONOMY BENCHTOP ph/mv/temp METER Large, easy to read LCD display Displays ph and Temp at the same time Automatic 1 or 2 point calibration 0.01 resolution Meter package includes refillable ph probe, one 30 ml bottle of filling solution, temperature probe, and probe holder. Description NCL # Price/ea Meter Package HI-2211 439.00 ph Probe HI-1131B 130.00 Temp Probe HI-76692W 70.00 Probe Holder HI-76404 79.00 Electrode Storage Solution HI-7030 14.00 Order Toll Free 1.800.648.7836 www.nclabs.com
BENCH YSI 1200 LABORATORY ph/mv/temperature METER Simple, user-friendly operation An excellent benchtop ph meter for the small wastewater lab. Can be calibrated to ph 4, 7, and 10 buffers using 1, 2, or 3-point calibrations (cannot be calibrated to any other buffers). Features: ph probes are low-maintenance gel-filled probes Automatic, locking end-point can be easily turned on and off Easy-to-read keypad and large backlit LCD display Can be operated with AC wall power or batteries SPECIFICATIONS Range Resolution Accuracy ph 0.00 to 14.00 0.01 ± 0.01 mv -1999.9 to 1999.9 0.1 ± 0.05%, ± 1 Temp. 0.0 to 100 C 0.1 C ± 0.2 C YSI ph1200 Meter Only YSI-1200 517.75/ea YSI ph1200 ph/mv Electrode (gel-filled) YSI-201 57.00/ea YSI ph1200 ph/mv/temp Comb (gel-filled) YSI-203 142.50/ea www.nclabs.com Order Toll Free 1.800.648.7836
PORTABLE ORION STAR A121 PORTABLE ph METER Measures ph, mv, and Temp Ready indication Up to 3 point ph calibration Automatic buffer recognition IP67 dustproof and splashproof 50 point datalogger Three-year replacement warranty Operates with four AA batteries (included)* *Optional AC adapter available ph Range 0.0 to 14 Resolution 0.1 / 0.01 Relative Accuracy ± 0.01 Temperature 5 to 105 C mv Range/Resolution ± 1600.0 / 0.1 ORION STAR A121 Portable ph Meter/Accessories NCL # Price Meter only PA-1210 473.10 ph Kit: meter, O-9107BNMD ph/atc triode, buffers, storage and cleaning solutions, hard carrying case PA-1210A 759.60 Gel-filled epoxy ph/atc triode O-9107BNMD 256.50 Optional AC adapter for above OA-103 66.80 Hard carrying case for Orion STAR Portable Meter Series HC-222 138.00 Soft carrying case for Orion STAR Portable Meter Series SC-333 142.50 Rubber meter boot for Orion STAR Portable Meter Series RMB-444 104.00 Order Toll Free 1.800.648.7836 www.nclabs.com
PORTABLE ORION STAR A221 PORTABLE ph METER Measures ph, mv, and Temp Bright LCD display with ready indication Automatic or manual calibration (1 to 5 points) IP67 waterproof (may be immersed for up to one hour with no water incursion) 1000 point datalogger which is downloadable to printer or computer via an optional RS232 or USB interface accessory Three-year replacement warranty Operates with four AA batteries (included)* *Optional AC adapter available ph Range 0.0 to 14 Resolution 0.1 / 0.01 / 0.001 Relative Accuracy ± 0.002 Temperature 5 to 105 C mv Range/Resolution ± 2000.0 / 0.1 ORION STAR A221 Portable ph Meter/Accessories NCL # Price Meter only PA-1212 522.00 ph Kit: meter, O-8107 ph/atc triode, buffers, storage and rinse solution packets, hard carrying case PA-1212A 1020.60 Gel-filled epoxy ph/atc triode with 3 m (9 ft.) cable O-8107 482.60 Optional AC adapter for above OA-103 66.80 Hard carrying case for Orion STAR Portable Meter Series HC-222 138.00 Soft carrying case for Orion STAR Portable Meter Series SC-333 142.50 Rubber meter boot for Orion STAR Portable Meter Series RMB-444 104.00 www.nclabs.com Order Toll Free 1.800.648.7836
PORTABLE YSI EcoSense ph/mv/temp METER This ph meter is YSI s economy version of a portable ph/mv/temp meter. It features a watertight housing, internal buffer recognition, auto/manual temperature compensation, low battery indicator, and auto hold of readings. The instrument has a one year warranty. Probes are available for purchase separately. YSI-100A (meter only) 251.75/ea Range Resolution Accuracy Temp. -10 to +120 C 0.1 C ± 0.3 C ph -2 to 16 units 0.01 unit ± 0.1% mv -1999 to +1999 mv 1 mv ± 0.1% PROBES FOR THE YSI-100A Description NCL # Price/ea Waterproof ph/temp probe with 3 ft. cable DY-1001 99.75 Waterproof ph/temp probe with 12 ft. cable DY-1004 128.25 SOFT-SIDED CARRYING CASE Includes a velcro-grip strap to hold the meter in place, an open area for cables, membrane kits, and elastic compartments for miscellaneous. YSI-485 32.00/ea Order Toll Free 1.800.648.7836 www.nclabs.com
PORTABLE ECONOMY HAND-HELD ph/mv/temp METER Heavy duty waterproof design Large LCD readout in a low-profile case Displays ph and Temp at the same time Automatic 1 or 2 point calibration out of 5 stored buffers (4.01, 6.86, 7.01, 9.18, and 10.01) 0.01 resolution Meter package includes meter, ph probe, ATC probe, ph 4 & 7 buffer solutions, 100 ml plastic beaker, manual and rugged carrying case. Description NCL # Price/ea Meter package PH-9125 420.00 ph probe HI-1230B 95.00 Temp probe HI-76692W 70.00 DIGITAL ph/temp METER FOR PLATING BATHS Digital waterproof meter has stainless steel probe (not submersible) with 3 ft. cable. Shows ph and Temp simultaneously. ph range -2.00 to 16.00, Temp range -5.0 to 105.0 C (23 to 221 F). Meter can be switched between C and F. ph resolution is 0.01 and accuracy is ± 0.02. Temp resolution is 0.1 and accuracy is ± 0.5 up to 60 C and ± 1 above that. Automatic temperature compensation. Features automatic calibration using 2 buffers (any two of 4.00, 7.00, and 10.00). Powered by three 1.5 V batteries. Package includes meter, probe, batteries, instruction manual, and carrying case. DIN Connector. Description NCL # Price/ea Meter package PH-131 420.00 Replacement probe PH-911 150.00 Shock-proof boot PH-007 26.00 www.nclabs.com Order Toll Free 1.800.648.7836
PORTABLE YSI EcoSense ph/temperature PEN The EcoSense ph10a is the perfect instrument for economical spot sampling of ph and temperature. Available with single- or dual-junction electrodes (single included). No need to throw this pen away when the sensor goes bad like some other products. Simply replace the electrode and resume testing within minutes. Features: IP67 Waterproof housing Automatic calibration and buffer recognition 50-set memory 1, 2, or 3-point calibration 200 hour battery life 1-year meter warranty; 6-month electrode warranty Description NCL # Price/ea Meter with single-junction electrode YSI-10 110.00 Replacement electrode, single-junction YSI-113 55.00 Replacement electrode, dual-junction YSI-116 98.00 Range Resolution Accuracy ph 0.00 to 14.00 units 0.01 units ± 0.1 unit within 10 C, ± 0.2 unit within 20 C Temp. 0.0 to 100.0 C 0.1 C ± 0.3 C YSI EcoSense ORP/TEMPERATURE PEN The EcoSense ORP15A offers accurate, low-cost measurement of ORP and temperature. Features: IP67 Waterproof housing Absolute and relative readings Replaceable electrodes 50-set memory 200 hour battery life 1-year meter warranty; 6-month electrode warranty Description NCL # Price/ea Meter only YSI-15A 158.65 Replacement ORP sensor YSI-112 75.00 Range Resolution Accuracy ORP -1100 to +1100 mv 1 mv 1 mv ± 1 LSD Temp. -10 to 100 C 0.1 C ± 0.3 C Order Toll Free 1.800.648.7836 www.nclabs.com
PORTABLE POCKET ph TESTERS BARGAIN HUNTERS NOTE: As with most other things in life, you get what you pay for when it comes to lab equipment. Pocket ph testers do NOT take the place of a ph meter. They are useful for screening of samples only. They SHOULD NOT be relied upon for reportable results. Features: phep 4 & phep 5 Waterproof, can be fully immersed in water Display ph/temp at the same time Replaceable ph electrode Stability indicator Auto shut-off Automatic 1 or 2 point calibration using 4, 7, and 10 buffers Automatic temperature compensation Supplied with protective cap, electrode removal tool, batteries, and instructions NCL # PH-127 PH-128 ph Range 0.0 to 14.0 0.00 to 14.00 ph Resolution 0.1 0.01 ph Accuracy ± 0.1 ± 0.05 Price 89.00/ea 98.00/ea REPLACEMENT ph SENSOR FOR THE ABOVE PH-128A 55.00/ea phep 4 phep 5 www.nclabs.com Order Toll Free 1.800.648.7836
PROBES & ACCESSORIES THERMO SCIENTIFIC ORION ph COMBINATION PROBES WITH BNWP CONNECTORS Probe Style Body Recommended Use NCL # Price/ea gel-filled economy epoxy rugged field & plant use O-9106 124.45 refillable standard epoxy rugged field & plant use O-9156 166.25 refillable standard glass rugged lab use O-9104 247.00 refillable standard glass research, QC O-9102 213.75 Sure-Flow epoxy viscous solutions/sludge/soils O-9165 281.20 Sure-Flow glass viscous solutions/sludge/soils O-9172 288.80 ROSS glass high stability (fast response) O-8102 413.25 ROSS epoxy general lab (fast response) O-8156 471.20 ROSS Ultra glass high stability (fast response) O-8102U 475.00 ROSS glass rugged bulb O-8104 452.20 ROSS Sure-Flow epoxy high performance (fast response) O-8165 494.00 ROSS Sure-Flow glass high performance (fast response) O-8172 506.35 Note: The above listed probes will fit all A and A+ series meters as well as the star series meters and have Waterproof (WP) connectors. THERMO SCIENTIFIC ORION ph FILL SOLUTIONS For Thermo Scientific Orion Probes NCL # Price/60 ml Price/pk (5 x 60 ml) 8003, 8005, 8102, 8103, 8104, 8135, 8155, 8156, 8163, 8165, 8172, 8175 ph probes O-810007 19.75 90.00 900100 single-junction reference probe O-900001 19.75 90.00 900200 double junction (inner body) O-900002 19.75 90.00 900200 (outer body) except when using with a Nitrate ISE probe O-900003 19.75 90.00 9202, 9203, 9256, 9272, 9004 O-900004 19.75 90.00 800300, 800500 Sodium reference probe O-900010 25.20 119.70 9004, 9102, 9103, 9104, 9162, 9155, 9156 9157, and 9172 ph probes O-900011 20.20 96.00 9346BN, 9307BN (outer body), other ion-plus probes O-900046 21.40 99.00 9609BN, other ion-plus probes as specified O-900061 21.40 99.00 9617 Chloride probe O-900062 21.40 99.00 Order Toll Free 1.800.648.7836 www.nclabs.com