LEIMCO Specific Gravity Hydrometer | Wide Range Finder Series | Plain Form Glass | 20°C | 0.600–2.000 SG | 0.002 Graduation | General Purpose Laboratory Hydrometer

Short Description

LEIMCO Wide Range Finder Series Specific Gravity Hydrometers are precision plain-form glass instruments designed for general-purpose measurement of the specific gravity of liquids at 20°C. With a fine 0.002 graduation interval and seven available catalog-number ranges from 0.600 to 2.000, the series covers applications ranging from light hydrocarbons and solvents to concentrated chemical solutions and heavy slurries.

Product Overview

The LEIMCO Specific Gravity Wide Range Finder Series provides a simple, reliable and economical method for determining the relative density of liquids. Made in plain-form glass construction, these hydrometers float freely in a suitable measuring cylinder and allow the specific-gravity value to be read directly from the graduated stem.

The series is particularly suitable for laboratories, chemical processing, petroleum applications, food and beverage processing, quality control, educational laboratories and industrial testing.

Key Features

• Brand: LEIMCO
• Series: Wide Range Finder
• Product Type: Specific Gravity Hydrometer
• Construction: Plain-form glass
• Reference Temperature: 20°C
• Graduation Interval: 0.002 SG
• Overall Series Range: 0.600–2.000
• Multiple interchangeable ranges for different liquid densities
• Direct-reading scale
• No batteries or external power required
• Suitable for general-purpose laboratory and industrial testing
• Easy to clean and maintain
• Precision glass construction requires careful handling

Available Models & Specifications

Working Principle

The hydrometer operates according to the Archimedes/buoyancy principle. When placed in a liquid, it floats at a depth determined by the liquid's density. The specific gravity is obtained by reading the calibrated scale at the liquid surface.

Applications

• Petroleum and fuel testing
• Chemical laboratories
• Solvent testing
• Alcohol and beverage applications
• Pharmaceutical laboratories
• Food processing
• Syrup and concentrated solution testing
• Plating and electrochemical processes
• Industrial chemical quality control
• Research and educational laboratories
• General-purpose liquid density testing

Usage Guidelines

1. Select the Correct Range
Choose a hydrometer whose specific-gravity range covers the expected value of the sample. Avoid forcing a hydrometer outside its specified range.

2. Use a Suitable Cylinder
Use a clean, sufficiently deep measuring cylinder that allows the hydrometer to float freely without touching the bottom or side walls.

3. Prepare the Sample
Fill the cylinder with a representative sample and ensure that the liquid is free from excessive bubbles or suspended material that could affect the reading.

4. Insert the Hydrometer Carefully
Lower the hydrometer gently into the liquid. Allow it to settle naturally and make sure it is floating freely.

5. Take the Reading Correctly
Read the scale at the liquid surface/meniscus according to the appropriate hydrometer reading convention. Keep your eyes level with the liquid surface to minimize parallax error.

6. Consider Temperature
The hydrometers are intended for use at the specified reference temperature of 20°C. If testing at another temperature, temperature effects should be considered when interpreting the result.

Cleaning & Maintenance

• Thoroughly clean the glass stem and bulb before and after use.
• Remove oily, chemical or sample residues immediately after measurement.
• Use a cleaning method compatible with the tested liquid and glass construction.
• Rinse appropriately and allow the hydrometer to dry before storage.
• Inspect the glass for cracks, chips or other damage before use.
• Handle carefully because the instrument is made of precision glass.
• Store securely in a suitable protective container or case when not in use.
• Avoid sudden temperature changes that could thermally stress the glass.

Important Precautions

• For laboratory and industrial use.
• Handle as a precision glass instrument.
• Do not allow the hydrometer to strike the cylinder.
• Do not use a damaged or cracked hydrometer.
• Ensure the hydrometer is clean and dry before switching between samples.
• Use appropriate chemical-safety precautions when testing acids, solvents or other hazardous liquids.
• The specified 20°C reference temperature should be considered when comparing measurements.

Technical Specifications

What's Included

• 1 × LEIMCO Specific Gravity Hydrometer of the selected catalog number/range

Note: Measuring cylinder and other accessories are not included unless specifically mentioned in the product/package description.