Weltech Digital Hydrometer
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Weltech Digital Hydrometer
Key Features
Versions Available
How It Works
Specifications
The Weltech Digital Hydrometer automatically and quickly calculates the dry matter content, starch percentage, underwater weight and specific gravity of potatoes using the weight in water method. It is used extensively throughout the potato industry by producers of all types of potato products.
Key Features
- Dry matter content, starch percentage, underwater weight and specific gravity
- Instant results – does not require a precisely-weighed sample; measures all potato dry matters
- Easy to use – static unit, needs only a small water container (c.40cm deep); push-button control
- Precise – digital read-out; accurate to +/- 0.3%; easy self-calibration (using a known test weight)
- Data storage – internal memory for up to 5000 time and date stamped weights
- 2 models – with or without USB data download facility
- Standard or French fry dry matter testing
2 Versions available
Standard
Standard unit: range 1.5-6Kg potatoes (must not exceed 10Kg)
Standard + USB data output
USB output: range 1.5-6Kg potatoes (must not exceed 10Kg)
All models include sample basket with suspension chain, rechargeable battery (up to 20 hours life), battery charger and strong carry case.All models are suitable for standard and French fry dry matter testing
Which digital hydrometer model should you buy?
The instrument measures all potato dry matters in a sample of up to 6Kg of potatoes. To download data, we recommend the version with USB port and memory stick (thumb drive).
How to use the Weltech Digital Hydrometer
Simple button presses take the weight and display the data.
Full Details and Specifications
Weltech Hydrometer Range
| Hydrometer | Product code | Weight range |
|---|---|---|
|
Standard |
POT/HYD/DIG
|
1.5 - 6Kg
Must not exceed 10Kg |
|
Standard + USB
|
POT/HYD/DIGUSB
|
1.5 - 6Kg
Must not exceed 10Kg |
Technical Specifications
| Dimensions | Weight | Accuracy | Resolution | Memory | Data output | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Weigher: 170 x 140 x 97mm
Case: 450 x 130 x 360mm |
Weigher: 1.5Kg
w/ carry case: 2.14Kg |
+/- 0.3% |
0.01 scale reading
|
5000 individual weights
Data stored if power off or batteries removed
|
XML file
Readable in Excel
(USB version only) |
Internal rechargeable battery
Battery life: 3-4 years |
Battery and charger information
Battery charger: Input 230v, 50Hz, 10W; Output 12V, 300mA, 3.6VA; c.12 hour re-charge time; display has charge level indicator; Charge duration: up to 15 hours; Battery life: 3-4 years
NB. The Weltech Dry Matter Weigher is NOT waterproof
Requirements
| Water container | Water | Operating conditions |
|---|---|---|
|
356mm dia. x 400mm deep
Clean metal or plastic
Basket and sample must be fully immersed |
Clean water
c.15°C / 60°F |
-30 to 50°C up to 95% RH
(Avoid sudden changes that can
cause condensation) |