Master Water Quality: Combo pH/Conductivity/TDS Tester (High Range)

Testing concentrated water samples demands rugged, specialized equipment. Standard water meters overload when they hit dense nutrient mixes or brackish fluids. A Combo pH/Conductivity/TDS Tester (High Range) measures heavy chemical loads accurately without flinching.

This guide explores how this high-range tester works and why it suits demanding industrial environments.

What Is a High-Range Combo Tester?

This versatile tool measures acidity (pH), electrical conductivity (EC), and total dissolved solids (TDS).

Unlike low-range models, high-range testers evaluate concentrated liquids. They read electrical conductivity up to 20.00 mS/cm and total dissolved solids up to 10.00 ppt (g/L).

Key Advantages of High-Range Testing

High chemical levels quickly overwhelm basic sensors. High-range meters handle dense solutions while providing stable readings.

Key benefits include:

• Extended Scale: Measures concentrated salt, mineral, and fertilizer solutions easily.

• 3-in-1 Convenience: Eliminates carrying multiple bulky meters into the field.

• Automatic Temperature Compensation (ATC): Prevents temperature swings from skewing your data.

• Waterproof Housing: Protects internal electronics against harsh industrial environments.

Primary Industrial Applications

Professionals across heavy industries rely on high-range testing to maintain strict standards:

1. Commercial Agriculture: Farmers test high-strength nutrient stock solutions before dilution.

2. Industrial Wastewater: Operators check heavy runoff and chemical discharge streams.

3. Boiler & Cooling Towers: Technicians monitor high mineral buildup in industrial water loops.

4. Brackish & Marine Systems: Aquatic managers track salinity levels in saltwater tanks and estuaries.

Simple Operation in 4 Steps

Follow these easy steps to get precise readings every time:

1. Calibrate the Sensor: Use fresh, high-range calibration standards for EC and pH.

2. Rinse Thoroughly: Wash the probe with clean water before testing.

3. Submerge the Tip: Dip the sensor into your solution and stir briefly.

4. Record the Data: Wait for the stability indicator to lock in your numbers.

Final Thoughts

A Combo pH/Conductivity/TDS Tester (High Range) gives you complete control over dense fluid systems. Investing in a durable high-range meter saves time, prevents equipment damage, and protects your operational efficiency.

The HI98130 makes measuring pH quick and easy! This lightweight, waterproof tester offers high accuracy pH, high range EC/TDS (0.00 to 20.00 mS/cm EC/ 0.00 to 10.00 ppt TDS) and temperature measurements in a single handheld unit! No more switching between meters for your routine measurements. Great for hydroponics, aquariums, pools, & ponds/p>

• Wide range of 0.00 to 14.00 pH
• Replaceable pH electrode with extractable junction
• Selectable EC to TDS conversion factor of either a 0.45 or 1.0 β (BETA)