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Applications
pH, ORP, Ion, Salt, TDS, and Conductivity Pocket Meters
Determination
of Nutrient
Concentrations in Soil
Solution and Tomato
pH and Plant Sap Conductivity and
Conductivity Fertigation management requires
rapid and accurate methods to
Elephant’s Foot
Measurements determine nutrient concentrations Testing
in Coconut Coir in soil solution and plant sap.
Substrate Folegatti et al (2005) found that the
concentrations of NO3-, K+, and Na+ Measurement of pH Elephant’s foot is a physiological
disorder in sweet pepper
Coconut coir testing involves
extracting a sample solution with
in soil solution and tomato plant
sap determined by LAQUAtwin
in Plant Tissue (Capsicum annuum L.), where the
base of the plant’s stem becomes
distilled water and measuring the ion pocket meters showed good An optimal pH value of 6.4 in plant swollen below the cotyledon level
pH and conductivity of the extract. correlations with those obtained tissue will encourage healthy and wounds develop at the base
The acceptable conductivity in soil solution and in leaf dry growth and prevent insects and of the stem’s epidermis because
ranges for 1:2 (v/v) dilution and matter, respectively, determined diseases attacking the plant. To of salt accumulation. LAQUAtwin
pour thru sampling methods are by standard methods in laboratory, measure pH, squeeze the sap conductivity meter can be
0.26-0.75 mS/cm Scan QR Code for link and concluded that Scan QR Code for link of mature leaves Scan QR Code for link used to measure Scan QR Code for link
and 1.0-2.6 mS/ LAQUAtwin ion with garlic press conductivity of soil
cm, respectively. pocket meters are and place the sap and help farmers
The ideal pH range useful low-cost onto the sensor choose the best
is 5.4-6.2 for both tools in fertigation of LAQUAtwin pH land to grow sweet
methods. management. meter. pepper crops.
Soil Nitrate
Measurement for Soil Salinity
Soil pH and Nutrient Impact of Soil
Determination of Measurement in
Availability Salinity on Sugar
Plant-Available Almond Orchard
The desirable soil pH range for
Nitrogen Cane Yield
optimum plant growth varies Crops have different levels of
among crops. Generally, soil pH tolerance to salinity. Testing soil Soil salinity adversely affects the
Nitrate concentration in soil is a salinity is the best way to check growth of sugar cane crops. To
6.0-7.5 is acceptable for most good indicator of available nitrogen
plants as most nutrients become soil condition in the orchard before help optimize sugar cane yield,
to plants. The required soil nitrate- salt damage occurs. The EC1:5 test check the sodium content in soil
available in this pH range. Soil pH nitrogen (NO3-N) for
can be determined Scan QR Code for link is used to estimate Scan QR Code for link by mixing it with Scan QR Code for link
specific crops varies Scan QR Code for link soil salinity (ECe). water in 1:5 ratio
by mixing soil from crop to crop
sample with water The soil salinity and measuring the
but in general, a threshold value for resulting solution
and then measuring concentration range
the resulting almond is 1.5 mS/ with LAQUAtwin
of 10-50 mg/kg is cm. sodium ion meter.
aqueous solution. desired.
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Potassium
Determination in
Measurement of Plant Tissue
Comparison of LAQUAtwin
Potassium in Soil Potassium Ion Meter and ICP
Spectrometry Trials revealed
In laboratories, potassium in soil
close significant correlation (r Measurement of
Measurement of is extracted with 1M ammonium
values were 0.80 and 0.93 for first
acetate and analyzed with Atomic
and second trials, respectively) Potassium in Rice
Calcium in Soil Absorption (AA) or Inductivity
Coupled Plasma-Optical Emission between the LAQUAtwin potassium Potassium is one of the essential
Calcium is one of the essential Spectrometry (ICP-OES). ion meter readings and ICP results plant nutrients supplied via fertilizer
nutrients taken up by plants from LAQUAtwin potassium ion meter obtained from plant’s fresh petiole in most irrigated rice fields.
soil for cell wall development. To showed values higher than those sap and dried tissue, respectively. Extracting sap from the lower
measure calcium concentration in of ICP-OES. However, with 0.01M This suggested that LAQUAtwin stem of plant rice and analysing it
soil, extraction with 1M ammonium ammonium acetate extraction, potassium ion meter could be with LAQUAtwin potassium meter
acetate and filtration Scan QR Code for link good correlation Scan QR Code for link an appealing provide indication Scan QR Code for link
should be performed (r=0.981, r2=0.962) field method Scan QR Code for link of the current
prior to placing was obtained substitute for rapid potassium status
the filtrate onto between ICP-OES determination and help farmers
the flat sensor of and LAQUAtwin of potassium adjust the fertilizer
LAQUAtwin calcium potassium ion concentration in application.
ion meter. meter. plants.
Quick Nutrient
Analysis in pH and Conductivity
Strawberry for Testing Acrylic
Production Paint Films and
Rapid In-Field Paper Supports
Determination of Regular monitoring of nutrient levels
such as nitrate (NO3-), potassium and Formulating
Nitrogen in Onions (K+) and calcium (Ca 2+) in plant Aqueous Cleaning
Fresh root sap analysis with
Nitrate Measurement petioles, soil solution, irrigation
water, and drain water produces Solutions
LAQUAtwin nitrate ion meter offers in Turf Grass not only good yield and fruit quality,
but also reduces fertilizer cost and Isotonic aqueous cleaning solutions
cost-effective, rapid, and easy that match the pH and conductivity
solution to determine nitrogen mitigates environmental hazards.
Nitrate concentration in grasses The LAQUAtwin pocket meters readings of acrylic paint films and
status in onion plants. The nitrate- can be used as an indicator of soil paper supports obtained from
nitrogen (NO3-N) concentrations are the perfect tools for testing
nitrogen (N) availability for their as they directly measure samples agarose gel pellets have been
in onion vary at different growth growth. Research at the University shown to be effective in reducing
stages. The Scan QR Code for link and provide results
of Connecticut Scan QR Code for link in just few seconds Scan QR Code for link or removing Scan QR Code for link
acceptable root sap suggests verdure dirt, dust, active
NO3-N concentration allowing growers
sap nitrate-N to identify and mold growth and
range for 0.5 to 1.5- concentrations at associated stains,
inch onion bulbs is correct any nutrient
200-300 ppm as the deficiency or excess tide line stains, and
350 to 500 ppm. optimum level. discoloration.
immediately.
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Aquarium Water pH Measurement in
Testing the Acidification of pH Measurement to
Fermented Sausages Determine Freshness
Testing aquarium water such as pH of Brine for
freshwater and saltwater (either of Meat Products
natural or artificial seawater) with Lowering pH or increasing acidity Canned Food Testing
reliable instruments is necessary to of meat has become main hurdle Fresh meat must have a pH value
create a clean and safe environment against pathogenic bacteria in For brine of canned acid foods, in the range of 5.5 to 6.2 before
for your aquatic species. The sausage making. pH is used the equilibrium pH value must selling to consumers. LAQUAtwin
LAQUAtwin pocket Scan QR Code for link in the course of Scan QR Code for link be 4.6 or below to Scan QR Code for link pH meter provides Scan QR Code for link
meters require only fermentation process inhibit the growth a simple and cost
few drops of water in order to produce of Clostridium effective way to
and deliver the microbiologically botulinum, the most check the freshness
results in just few stable product that heat resistant of of meat in the local
seconds. has a pH value of 5.3 the food pathogen markets.
or less. microorganisms.
Determination of
pH Measurement Sodium Content in
to Determine pH Measurement of Food Samples Sodium Value Check
Acidification of Sushi Pickled Fruits and Foods contain varying amounts of for Canned Food
Rice Vegetables salt (NaCl), which has 40% sodium.
Determining the sodium content
There is a growing concern on
canned foods with large sodium
The rice used for sushi must be in foods accurately reduces the
Pickling is a process of preserving content as excessive intake of
acidified with acetic acid (vinegar) health risks associated with it.
fruits and vegetables in brine, oil, sodium can cause high blood
to pH less than 4.6 to inhibit the The American Heart Association
water or vinegar. The Australia pressure and hypertension. To
growth of pathogenic bacteria. To recommends consumption of less
New Zealand Food check the sodium content in canned
measure pH, simply Scan QR Code for link than 1500 mg/day
Standard Code Scan QR Code for link food, dilute a sample Scan QR Code for link
place a sample of sodium for most Scan QR Code for link
2.3.1 requires the with DI water in 1:5
rice mixture onto American adults,
preserved fruits and ratio, then place the
the flat sensor of which is the level
vegetables to have resulting solution
LAQUAtwin pH with the greatest
a pH not greater onto the LAQUAtwin
meter. effect on blood
than 4.6 to prevent sodium ion meter.
pressure.
botulism.
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Nitrate Measurement
Measurement of Measurement of in Hybrid
Calcium in Milk and Sodium in Athlete’s Sudangrass and
Sweat Pearl Millet Hays Residual Sodium
Milk Beverages
Determining the calcium content Determining the sodium Determining the nitrate Check During Clean-
of milk and milk beverages helps concentration in sweat and
replacing that with proper
concentrations of sudangrass
and pearl millet before feeding
in-Place Process
consumers accurately gauge their
electrolyte intake prevent fluid and them to livestock prevents nitrate Caustic soda or sodium hydroxide
calcium intake. Unlike atomic
electrolyte imbalances. Sweat can toxicity. Plant sap testing with (NaOH) is the chemical commonly
absorption spectroscopy (AAS)
be easily extracted from sterile LAQUAtwin B-743 nitrate ion meter used in alkaline cleaning solution
and inductively coupled plasma
patches applied on skin and tested offers fast and accurate nitrate for clean-in-place (CIP) in process
atomic emission spectroscopy
with LAQUAtwin sodium ion in-field analysis. Generally, the plants. Measuring the sodium ion
(ICP), the LAQUAtwin calcium
meter. According maximum nitrate concentration on the
ion meter offers a
Scan QR Code for link to Gatorade Sports Scan QR Code for link c o n c e n t r a t i o n s Scan QR Code for link water rinse or swab Scan QR Code for link
simpler method of
Science Institute, considered safe for can indicate whether
measuring calcium
the sodium results all cattle are 820 residual chemical
ion-ionizing protein-
obtained with ppm and 700 ppm has been removed
bound calcium in
HORIBA falls within for sudangrass sap properly from the
sample using acid
15.4 mEq/L 95% of and pearl millet sap, process equipment.
before analysis.
the time. respectively.
Measurement of
pH of Cement for Calcium in Drinking Determination of
Floor Installation Water Potassium in Sea
Testing Measuring Salinity Water
Determining the calcium content
Fresh concrete is usually very
alkaline, above pH 11. When the of Water of drinking water helps consumers
accurately gauge their calcium
Seawater has high ionic strength. To
eliminate matrix effect in measuring
alkalinity in a concrete subfloor intake. Unlike atomic absorption potassium (K+) concentration,
is high, it can stop the floor Measuring the salinity or the spectroscopy (AAS) and inductively standard solutions made with
covering adhesive from bonding dissolved salt content of water is coupled plasma atomic emission the same background as the
properly to the concrete. Australian important as aquatic organisms, spectroscopy (ICP), the LAQUAtwin seawater sample are recommended
Standard 1884 for resilient flooring livestock, and crops thrive at calcium ion meter offers a for calibration. The result of
installation states Scan QR Code for link different salinity Scan QR Code for link simpler method of Scan QR Code for link measurement using Scan QR Code for link
the the pH level of levels. Freshwater measuring calcium the LAQUAtwin
the concrete surface has a salinity value ion - ionizing bound Potassium Ion meter
should be between of less than 0.5 ppt calcium in water is within ±10% of
9 and 10 before while seawater has using acid before typical seawater
the flooring can be an average salinity analysis. concentration.
installed. of 35 ppt.
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Compact Water Quality Meter
Anyone! Wherever!
Easy & simple Solution! IP67 rated dust/
Discover more waterproof. Carry
operation
with easy, on-site LAQUAtwin and its
makes everyone
measurement. accessories in a
an expert.
carrying case.
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Easy measurement for all users
Sensor
IP67 rated waterproof/dustproof. Measurement button
Sensor is easily replaceable. Press to view mV or temperature (Auto Stable mode) Strap hole
or to lock / unlock reading (Auto Hold mode). You can attach a
In Set-up mode, press to scroll or adjust settings. strap or tag here.
Close
Slide cap
Battery Indicator Stability mark
Appears when Lights up when
battery is low measurement
is complete.
Immersion Scoop
When you're in the lab, you Use as a scoop to test
can test the sample in a water from a river. Vertical
beaker. Ensure the sensor scoop is available with a
guard sliding cap is open. unique sensor guard.
Drops Wipe
Drop a sample with a Unique measurement The sampling sheet allows
dropper; small volumes as options with tiny, trace volumes to be
0.1 mL can be measured. analysed. For example,
Using sampling sheet B,
LAQUAtwin wipe off the surface of the
volumes down to 0.05 mL One meter provides seven flexible skin with a sampling sheet
can be tested. measurement techniques. Simply soaked with pure water
and measure.
choose the method that best fits
your sample and situation.
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pH ORP
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Conductivity (EC) Salt (NaCl)
WATER MICRO 2 PT ~19.9 WATER MICRO 3 PT ~199.9 WATER MICRO 3 PT ~199.9 WATER MICRO 2 PT EC
Features PROOF VOLUME CAL mS/com PROOF VOLUME CAL mS/com PROOF VOLUME CAL mS/com PROOF VOLUME CAL CONV
80000
10000 250
70000
8000 200
TDS (mg/L)
COND / mS/cm-1
60000
TDS442 / ppm
40000
4000 100
30000
2000 20000
50
0 10000 0
0 5 10 15 20 25 0 1000 2000 3000 4000 5000 6000
0
Conductivity (mS/cm) 0 20000 40000 60000 80000 100000 NaCl / mM
Conductivity µS/cm
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Sodium Ion (Na+) Potassium Ion (K+) Nitrate Ion (NO3 -) Calcium Ion (Ca2+) Fluoride Ion (F-)
WATER MICRO 2 PT WATER MICRO 2 PT WATER MICRO 2 PT WATER MICRO 2 PT WATER MICRO 2 PT
Features PROOF VOLUME CAL PROOF VOLUME CAL PROOF VOLUME CAL PROOF VOLUME CAL PROOF VOLUME CAL
Measurement data of
Bok choy,
LAQUAtwin (ppm)
LAQUAtwin (ppm)
Napa cabbage,
Lettuce,
1000 Other
100
100 10
100 1000 10000 10 100 1000
Measurement data of ion chromotography (ppm) Measurement data of ion chromotography (ppm)
*When measuring Ca 2+, samples are pretreated in order to match the conditions of the ion chromatography.
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Solutions & Accessories
LAQUAtwin Replacement Sensors
Part No. Model Description
3200459834 S010 pH Sensor (for B-711, B-712, B-713, pH-11, pH-22 & pH-33)
3200459866 S021 Salt Sensor (for B-721)
3200459867 S022 Sodium Ion Sensor (for B-722 & Na-11) LAQUAtwin
3200459868 S030 Potassium Ion Sensor (for B-731 & K-11) Replacement Sensors
Nitrate Ion Sensor (for B-741, B-742, B-743, NO3-11, NO3-11C &
3200459870 S040
NO3-11S)
3200459869 S050 Calcium Ion Sensor (for B-751 & Ca-11)
3200459672 S070 Conductivity Sensor (for B-771, EC-11, EC-22, & EC-33)
3200597237 S071 Salt EC Sensor (for Salt-11)
3200934450 S060-F Fluoride Ion Sensor (for F-11) pH Buffers Conductivity NaCl
Standard Standard
3200997083 S080-ORP ORP Sensor (for ORP-11) Solutions Solutions
LAQUAtwin Accessories
Part No. Model Description
3200053858 Y046 Sampling Sheet B (100pcs) for minute samples (≥ 0.05ml)
Sampling Sheet Holder (use with sampling sheet B for samples with Sampling Sheet B
3200459736 Y048
particulates)
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Water Quality Analyzers www.horiba-laqua.com
Benchtop Meters
Developed using extensive
feedback from users, our new
LAQUA meters deliver the
best solution for water quality
analysis. Our LAQUA website
features an online 'Selection
Guide' to enable you to find
the perfect LAQUA meter and
electrode for your need.
Handheld Meters
In the lab, in the field or
anywhere you need it. LAQUA Application Notes
Handheld meters are designed
for use with one hand and with LAQUAtwin pocket meters offer quick
an IP67 waterproof rating and and convenient alternative to analyze
shock-resistant casing. Meters important parameters with high accuracy.
can be used for long periods, Several application notes are available at
even in dark places, making it (http://goo.gl/znwE6j) detailing the use of
ideal for field measurements in LAQUAtwin and the results achieved for the
rivers and lakes. respective applications. Additional application
notes will be added when available.
Electrodes
Various electrodes to match any
application. A wide range of products
for both benchtop and portable systems
are available, including easy and
reliable standard models, application-
focused models for small samples or
large containers, and special electrodes
for specific sample characteristics. Visit the HORIBA LAQUA Singapore
Channel on YouTube and subscribe to see
more of our videos.
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