Which refractometer should i get????

[brady816]

I need some help picking one out. So let me know what one is the best.Thanks again guys....

http://www.premiumaquatics.com/Merc...Product_Code=PIN-SAL&Category_Code=Hydrometer


http://www.premiumaquatics.com/Merc...duct_Code=REFRACT-PA&Category_Code=Hydrometer


http://www.premiumaquatics.com/Merc...duct_Code=REFRACT-HD&Category_Code=Hydrometer

 

[burning2nd]

2

2

2

 

[roscoe]

I use the blue one #2. Its been good to me. Unless you want to spend the extra cash go for #3.

 

[Brenden]

Yes just get the generic blue one. They all work great.

 

[Boomer]

Make sure you read these. Either 2 or 3 is fine. There is one other that is better but is ~$100.


Refractometers and Salinity Measurement
http://www.reeffrontiers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=20893

 

[iworkforanLFS]

I used to work at a marine bio lab where they had about 6 refractometers laying around and ordered a couple of new ones when I left. I now own the cheapest one out of the three your looking at. I've never used a digital one, but I am sure as with any digital meter it requires more frequent recalibration.

#2

 

[Boomer]

iworkforanLFS

Yes, such electronic meters are more accurate but for most are a pain in the ass, just like hydrometers of any kind.

 

[Scooterman]

I wouldn't think all digital meters or considered any more accurate unless you have good electronic equipment, some these days IMO can be no better than a good ol reliable hydrometer glass tube. Chinese crams in the electronic markets some of this stuff that isn't worth it IMO.

 

[brady816]

thanks alot guys for the help.....