Description
The DR301 digital refractometer is an instrument designed to measure the sugar content in honey. It allows the sugar concentration to be determined quickly and accurately, which is essential for assessing honey quality.
Measurement Time: Approximately 1.5 seconds
Range: 0 to 90% Brix / 0 to 176.0 °F (32 to 176°F)
Resolution: ± 0.1% Brix / ±0.33.8 °F (±0.1°F)
Accuracy: ± 0.2% Brix / ± 32.5 °F (±0.5°F)
Digital Honey Refractometer
Description: Simple and quick determination of three parameters in honey: sugar content, Baume degrees and moisture content. In addition, the refractive index and high concentration of sugar solutions can be measured. Widely used for fast and accurate measurements.
Model No.: DR301 Brix
Specs:
Rank:
Brix: 0.0 – 90.0%
Water: 38.0% – 5.0%
Baume Ratings: 33.0 – 48.0
Refractive Index: 1.3330 – 1.5177 nD
Resolution:
Brix: 0.1%
Water: 0.1%
Be’: 0.1
Refractive Index: Refractive Index ex
Precision:
Brix: ±0.2%
Refractive Index: Range of 1.33300 – 1.4200 nD
Measurement Time: Approximately 1.5 seconds
Minimum Sample Volume: 2 metric drops
Light Source: Yellow LED
Sample Cell: Stainless Steel Ring and Flint Glass Prism
Case Material: ABS
Housing Rating: IP65
Battery Type/Lifespan: (1) 9 V / 5000 readings
Auto Power Off: After 3 minutes of inactivity
Dimensions: 5.79 cm x 2.50 cm x 12.09 cm (2.283 in x 0.984 in x 4.764 in)
Weight: 0.350 kg (12.35 oz)
Notes: Under normal temperature, the Baume degree of honey/water content has the following ratio:
40/23.1
41/22.3
41.5/20.2
42/19.2
The level of Baume grade honey should be above 41.6°.
Instructions:
Preparation:
Make sure the refractometer is clean and dry. If necessary, wipe the prism with a soft cloth to avoid contamination.
On:
Turn on the refractometer by pressing the power button. Wait for the screen to show the initial values.
Sample Collection:
Use a dropper or your finger to place 2 metric drops of honey on the prism of the refractometer. Make sure the sample completely covers the surface of the prism.
Measurement:
Close the prism lid to ensure that there are no air bubbles and that the honey is in full contact with the measuring surface.
Wait approximately 1.5 seconds for the values to stabilize.
It reads the value on the digital display, which will show the sugar content in Brix (%).
Interpretation of Results:
A higher percentage of Brix indicates a higher concentration of sugar in the honey. Compare the results with the quality standards for honey, if necessary.
Cleaning:
After the measurement, wipe the prism with a clean, dry cloth. This ensures that no residue of the honey remains on the instrument and keeps it in good condition for future measurements.
Off:
Turn off the refractometer if you won’t be using it again in a while. The device will automatically turn off after 3 minutes of inactivity.
Additional Notes:
Make sure the honey is at room temperature for the most accurate results.
Avoid measuring honey that contains air bubbles, as they can affect the accuracy of the reading.
If you are measuring honey with a high water content, you may need to perform dilutions, as the ratio of water content to Brix can vary.
