Nitrate High Range Colorimeter HI782 – Marine Water (OPEN BOX)

The HI782 Nitrate Checker HC by Hanna Instruments is a simple and accurate handheld colorimeter that uses the zinc reduction method to determine nitrate concentration in marine applications. With a digital read out, there is no more struggling to determine colors visually. The HI782`s high range of 0.0 – 75.0 ppm makes it ideal for measuring high nitrate levels found in saltwater aquariums.

Features

• Designed to accurately determine nitrate levels in aquariums and marine biology applications
• Only requires 1 reagent for simplicity
• No filter process
• Measures with a range up to 75.0ppm
• Easier to use and more accurate than chemical test kits
• Dedicated to a single parameter
• Simple one-button operation
• Large LCD digital read out for added convenience
• Auto shut-off to assure the battery wont be drained
• Compact size for easy travel and storage

The HI782 Checker is a simple, accurate, and cost-effective way to measure nitrate in your saltwater aquarium.

Nitrate is a by-product of the Nitrogen cycle. Excessive amounts of nitrates in a reef and fish only aquariums can promote the growth of undesirable organisms including algae and dinoflagellates which can quickly choke out filtration, lighting, and sessile organisms.

Specifications

• Range: 0.0 to 75.0 ppm (as NO3-)
• Resolution: 0.1 ppm
• Precision: ±2 ppm ±5% of reading @ 77°F (25°C)
• Light Source: LED @ 525 nm
• Light Detector: Silicon photocell
• Environment: 0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F); max 95% RH non-condensing
• Battery Type: (1) 1.5V AAA
• Auto-off: After 10 minutes of non-use
• Dimensions: 86 x 61 x 37.5 mm (3.4 x 2.4 x 1.5″)
• Weight: 64 g (2.3 oz.)
• Method:Zinc reduction method. The reaction between nitrate and the reagent causes a pink tint in the sample.
• Interferences: Nitrite

What’s Included?

• (1x) HI782 Checker HC 
• (1x) Sample cuvette and (2x) caps
• (1x) Marine Nitrate High Range Starter Kit (reagents for 10 tests)
• (1x) 3mL Pasteur pipette
• (1x) 1.5V AAA Alkaline battery
• (1x) Instruction manual