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Buying a conductivity meter for use in hydroponics

 

The following specifications are important considerations:

Ability to produce readings in Siemens (e.g. “mS”) or CF.  Avoid meters that will only yield TDS (ppm).

Calibration facility:  Helps ensure accuracy even when electrodes are not performing to original specifications e.g. due to electrode contamination, physical damage, etc.

Housing that is both waterproof and floats – helps protect against accidents / mishandling.

Temperature compensation: A built-in temperature sensor allows the meter to adjust readings to display what it would be if the temperature was at 25oC / 77oF.

Long battery life - with auto-off feature to prolong battery life.

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Related topics:

"Using Conductivity for nutrient solutions":

What is conductivity (EC)? | How EC is measured? | Units of measure | Factors affecting the EC value |

Calibrating EC meters | Maintaining EC meters | Uses of EC meters | Limitations of TDS (ppm) |

Purchasing a conductivity meter | Conclusion – conductivity and hydroponics

 

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