Digital Brix Refractometer, 0 to 90% Brix

PCE-DRB 1 is a brix refractometer used to determine the sugar content / refractive index of liquid in the 0 to 90% Brix / 1.3330 to 1.5177 nD measuring range. This waterproof IP65-rated brix refractometer features automatic temperature compensation (ATC) from 10 to 40°C / 50 to 104°F, as well as a large, easy-to-read LCD that shows both the measured value and the temperature.
Brix refractometer, as the name indicates, is used for determination of sugar content in liquid solutions, for example, beverages, wine or juices. This is a method of quick measurement of sucrose (% by weight) in a certain liquid. The brix refractometer may be applied not only in the laboratory or at the enterprise, but also in the household, for accurate measurement of sugar level in the self-made drinks and syrups. Brix value is the main parameter that indicates the quality of the final product. Brix refractometer for winemakersBrix refractometer is simple in its operation and it provides the user with the information about the amount of solids (sucrose) dissolved, and thus, indicates the level of juice or drink concentration. In the products containing certain amount of acids, it is important to maintain the correct balance between sugar and acid, so that the taste characteristics match the demand of the customer. Determination of the Brix value by means of the Brix refractometer helps to bring the sugar-acid ratio to normal and thus, avoid the production of the low-quality product. Another bright example of application of Brix refractometer is the production of wine. The winemaking process requires strict monitoring and control at all the stages, and even unfermented material – grape must – is tested with the help of the brix refractometer. To keep the fermentation process under control has become easy with the help of the Brix refractometer. It also helps to test the final product and determine the dry matter in it as well as the concentration of alcohol. Professional winemakers may even determine the eventual concentration of alcohol in the future wine, based on the measurements they receive from their Brix refractometer and carried out on the grape type. Generally accepted conversion scale allows carrying out the calculation quite accurately and without complications. **Close lid before measuring**