Description
TDS Meter
This TDS meter allows you to analyse the water purity in the aquarium and provides you with a good measure of when to perform water changes. Package includes 2 new batteries.
What is TDS?
TDS is the “Total Dissolved Solids” in water and measured in parts per million (ppm).
Why is TDS important?
Water can be a source of trouble for the aquarist because it can contain chemicals that are irritants or toxic to aquatic organisms. Aside from overall stress, water quality is the most common cause of fish diseases. Changes in the amounts of dissolved solids can be harmful because the density of total dissolved solids determines the flow of water in and out of an organisms cells. Concentrations that are too high or too low may limit the growth and may lead to the death of many fish or reefs. A level of 400ppm or less is recommended for most freshwater fish although many soft water fish demand a significantly lower level.
Features:
Highly efficient and accurate due to its advanced microprocessor technology.
Hold Function: saves measurements for convenient reading and recording.
Auto-off function: the meter shuts off automatically after 10 minutes of non-use to conserve batteries.
A built-in digital thermometer for accurate temperature readings. br />Easy to read back lit LCD screen.
Factory Calibrated: these meters are calibrated with a 342 ppm NaCl solution. Meters can be recalibrated with a mini-screwdriver.
Specifications:
Model: TDS-3
TDS Range: 0 – 999 ppm (mg/L)
Temp. Range: 0 – 80 degrees Celsius
Resolution: 1 ppm, 1 degree Celsius (also available in 10 ppm)
Accuracy: +/- 2%
ATC: Built-in sensor for Automatic Temperature Compensation of 1 to 50 degrees Celsius (33 to 122 degrees Fahrenheit)
Power source: 2 x 1.5V button cell batteries (included)
Battery life: 1000 hours of usage
IS09001 with CE, EU Cert
Examples:
Discus /Apistogramma sp. – Soft – 0-75ppm
Angelfish, Severums – Moderately Hard – 75-150ppm
Central American cichlids – Hard – 150-300
African Cichlid / Marine fish – Very Hard – 300+ppm
This TDS meter allows you to analyse the water purity in the aquarium and provides your with a good measure of when to perform water changes.
