This high-quality refractometer offers a professional tool for the quick and accurate quality check of essential fluids used in motor vehicles. The robust, solid aluminum housing guarantees a long service life and reliable operation even under the toughest workshop conditions. It is the ideal choice for mechanics, fleet managers, and anyone who requires precise measurements regarding battery acid electrolyte density, antifreeze capability, windshield washer fluid effectiveness, and AdBlue (SCR fluid) concentration.
This handheld optical instrument features an extremely user-friendly design that requires minimal training to achieve accurate results.
Robust Construction: The solid aluminum housing offers excellent protection against mechanical damage and corrosion, ensuring long-term reliability.
Multifunctional Application: It is capable of measuring the parameters of four critical fluids with a single device, thereby reducing the number of tools required in the workshop.
Könnyű Kezelhetőség: Easy to use: drop a sample onto the prism, close the cover, and read the result on the scale.
High Accuracy: The precision optics and calibrated scale guarantee reliable measurement results that comply with standards.
Quick Result: The measurement can be completed in seconds, significantly speeding up condition assessment.
The refractometer offers specific measurement scales for the following fluid types and parameters:
| Fluid Type | Measured Parameter | Measurement Range | Resolution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Acid (Electrolyte) | Specific Gravity / Freezing Point | 1.10 – 1.40 sg | 0.01 sg |
| Coolant (Antifreeze) | Ethylene Glycol / Propylene Glycol | -40 °C – 0 °C | 10 °C |
| Windshield Washer Fluid | Methanol / Ethanol Content | -40 °C – 0 °C | 10 °C |
| AdBlue (SCR Fluid) | Urea Concentration | 10% – 50% | 5% |
Housing Material: Solid aluminum
Optical System: Precision lenses
Focusing: Adjustable focus ring
Temperature Compensation: Automatic Temperature Compensation (ATC) for accurate measurements across a wide temperature range.
Calibration: Factory pre-calibrated, easily recalibratable with distilled water if necessary.
The refractometer allows you to check the charge status of lead-acid battery electrolytes by measuring the specific gravity (sg). The correct specific gravity directly correlates with the battery's charge level, helping to identify maintenance needs before performance degradation occurs.
Modern vehicle cooling systems use complex mixtures (based on ethylene glycol or propylene glycol). This device accurately indicates the freezing point, ensuring the coolant provides adequate protection against damage to the engine and cooling system during winter. The scale for both types of glycol (Ethylene and Propylene Glycol) allows for the measurement of different types of antifreeze fluids.
During the winter season, proper freeze protection for windshield washer fluid is essential. The refractometer quickly determines the methanol or ethanol content, thus guaranteeing that the fluid will not freeze in the nozzles or the tank.
AdBlue (Diesel Exhaust Fluid, urea solution according to ISO 22241 standard) is essential for reducing harmful emissions from diesel vehicles (SCR technology). Too low a concentration (dilution with water) can cause system malfunction and limit vehicle performance. This refractometer is capable of measuring urea concentrations between 10% and 50%, ensuring AdBlue quality compliance.
Cleaning: Wipe the measuring prism and the inside of the cover clean with a soft, clean cloth.
Sampling: Lift the cover plate and place 1-2 drops of the fluid to be tested onto the prism.
Closing: Carefully close the cover plate so that the fluid spreads evenly over the prism surface without air bubbles.
Measurement: Hold the refractometer up to a light source and look through the eyepiece. The sharp dividing line visible on the scale indicates the fluid property on the selected scale.
Temperature: Automatic Temperature Compensation (ATC) ensures that the ambient temperature does not significantly affect the reading (typically between 10°C and 30°C).
This solid aluminum-cased refractometer is an indispensable tool for every modern vehicle service that requires reliable and fast diagnostics of critical operating fluid conditions.
