Milwaukee MA871 - Digital refractometer for measuring sugar content (0 - 85% Brix)

With the Milwaukee MA871 Digital Refractometer (0 - 85% Brix), measuring sugar content is now child's play!

The Milwaukee MA871 Digital Refractometer features automatic temperature compensation and a range of 0 - 85% BRIX and +/- 0.2% accuracy. It is easy to use, with simple two-button operation and a response time of under 2 seconds. Maintenance is straightforward thanks to the easy-to-clean, sealed crystal-glass prism and stainless-steel sample well.

• Ideal for winemakers, brewers, fruit and vegetable growers, maple syrup producers and food manufacturers.
• Fast and accurate results with a digital dual-level LCD display.
• Easy measurement with just 2-3 drops of sample and results in under 2 seconds.
• Easy one-point calibration using distilled or deionised water.
• Easy-to-clean stainless-steel sample well with a unit rated IP65 as "dustproof" and protected against water jets.

Instructions for use here.

Specifications:

• measurement range: 0 - 85% BRIX, 0 - 80°C
• resolution: 0.1% BRIX, 0.1°C
• accuracy: ±0.2% BRIX, ±0.3°C
• light source: yellow LED
• measurement time: approximately 1.5 seconds
• min. sample volume: 100 µL or 2 drops (fully cover the prism)
• sample cell: stainless-steel ring and flint glass prism
• temp. compensation: automatic, between 10 and 40°C
• housing protection rating: IP65
• housing material: ABS
• battery type: 1 x 9V AA (included)
• battery life: 5000 hrs of readings with automatic shut-off after 3 minutes of inactivity
• instrument dimensions:192 x 102 x 67mm
• instrument weight: 0.42 kg
• package dimensions: 268 x 122 x 118mm
• warranty: 2 years