{"product_id":"erma-hand-refractometer-0-18-brix-with-atc-portable-brix-meter","title":"ERMA Hand Refractometer 0–18% Brix with ATC | Portable Brix Meter","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eShort Description\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eERMA 0–18% Brix Hand Refractometer\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact, portable optical instrument designed for measuring \u003cstrong\u003eBrix \/ total soluble solids (TSS)\u003c\/strong\u003e in liquid samples. It is suitable for \u003cstrong\u003efruit juices, beverages, food processing, agriculture, laboratories and routine quality control\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe instrument features \u003cstrong\u003eAutomatic Temperature Compensation (ATC)\u003c\/strong\u003e, an easy-to-read optical scale and adjustable calibration, making it convenient for quick measurements using only a few drops of sample. ERMA 0–18% Brix versions are listed by Indian suppliers for laboratory and industrial use. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e⭐ Key Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurement Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0–18% Brix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eATC:\u003c\/strong\u003e Automatic Temperature Compensation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptical handheld design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEasy-to-read Brix scale\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable calibration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRequires only a few drops of sample\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo battery required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePortable and lightweight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-slip textured grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable metal\/aluminium-style body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for laboratory and field testing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick measurement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for fruit juice and food applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eERMA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandheld Optical Refractometer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurement Parameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrix \/ Total Soluble Solids\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurement Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e0–18% Brix\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature Compensation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eATC – Automatic Temperature Compensation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurement Principle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical refraction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical scale through eyepiece\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalibration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdjustable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample Quantity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFew drops\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Requirement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo battery required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBody Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMetal \/ Aluminium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrip\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTextured \/ non-slip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandheld and portable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLaboratory, Food, Beverage, Agriculture \u0026amp; QC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn ERMA 0–18% listing reports \u003cstrong\u003e0–18 Brix, 0.1 accuracy and approximately 250 g weight\u003c\/strong\u003e, while other Indian listings confirm the 0–18% range and ATC configuration. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eERMA Hand Refractometer 0–18% Brix\u003c\/strong\u003e uses the principle of light refraction to determine the concentration of dissolved solids in a liquid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA small quantity of sample is placed onto the refractometer prism. Light passing through the sample creates a visible boundary that can be viewed through the eyepiece and read directly against the Brix scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e0–18% Brix range\u003c\/strong\u003e is particularly useful for relatively low-to-medium concentration samples such as \u003cstrong\u003efruit juices, beverages, syrups and other food-processing liquids\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhat Does 0–18% Brix Mean?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e°Brix\u003c\/strong\u003e is a scale commonly used to indicate the concentration of dissolved solids in a liquid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a pure sucrose-water solution:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10° Brix ≈ 10 g sucrose per 100 g solution\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor fruit juices and other complex samples, the Brix reading is normally interpreted as an indication of \u003cstrong\u003etotal soluble solids (TSS)\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than an exact measurement of sugar alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eApplications\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🍊 Food \u0026amp; Beverage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFruit juice testing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJuice concentration measurement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft drinks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSyrups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSugar solutions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJams and preserves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeverage quality control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFood-processing liquids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaw-material inspection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinished-product QC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🍎 Agriculture \u0026amp; Horticulture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFruit maturity testing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFruit quality assessment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduce quality control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest-quality evaluation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJuice\/TSS testing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAgricultural research\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eERMA hand refractometers are marketed for agriculture, including determining fruit ripeness for quality control during harvesting. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🧪 Laboratory\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoutine Brix testing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTSS measurement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaw-material QC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn-process testing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinished-product analysis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResearch \u0026amp; development\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🏭 Industrial\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProcess concentration checks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFood-production QC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelected water-soluble formulations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLubricant\/process control where a Brix scale is appropriate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eAutomatic Temperature Compensation – ATC\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eATC function\u003c\/strong\u003e helps compensate for temperature-related changes in the optical measurement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is particularly useful when samples are measured under varying ambient conditions. However, ATC does not eliminate the need for proper calibration and appropriate sample handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStep 1 – Clean\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClean the prism with distilled\/deionized water and a soft lint-free cloth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStep 2 – Apply Sample\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace \u003cstrong\u003ea few drops\u003c\/strong\u003e of the sample onto the prism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStep 3 – Close Cover\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClose the transparent daylight\/sample plate carefully so the liquid spreads evenly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStep 4 – View\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePoint the instrument toward a suitable light source and look through the eyepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStep 5 – Focus\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdjust the eyepiece until the Brix scale is sharp and easy to read.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStep 6 – Read\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead the value at the boundary between the light and dark areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStep 7 – Clean\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemove the sample and clean the prism immediately after measurement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eCalibration Procedure\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor routine measurements:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean and dry the prism.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply the appropriate reference liquid.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClose the daylight plate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eView the optical scale.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck the reference reading.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf adjustment is required, use the supplied calibration screw\/tool.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean the prism before measuring the actual sample.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlways follow the calibration procedure supplied with the specific ERMA model.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eAdvantages\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e✔ 0–18% Brix Range\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for many low-to-medium concentration samples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e✔ Automatic Temperature Compensation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelps compensate for temperature effects during measurement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e✔ Quick Optical Measurement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo complicated electronic setup is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e✔ Small Sample Volume\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly a few drops are required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e✔ Battery-Free Operation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe traditional optical design does not require batteries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e✔ Portable\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConvenient for laboratories, production areas and field testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e✔ Adjustable Calibration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllows routine calibration and reference checking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e✔ Comfortable Grip\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTextured grip helps provide secure handling during measurement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTypical Package Contents\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepending on the supplier\/package version, the set may include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 × ERMA 0–18% Brix Hand Refractometer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 × Protective carrying\/storage case\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 × Sample dropper\/pipette\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 × Calibration screwdriver\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 × Cleaning cloth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 × User manual\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage contents should be verified against your actual supplied unit before being listed as guaranteed accessories.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e0–18% BRIX\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor low-to-medium concentration liquid samples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eATC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAutomatic Temperature Compensation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOPTICAL SCALE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimple direct visual measurement through the eyepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFEW-DROP 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