Since we last reported, we’ve added a bunch of smart, new, rugged application-specific pH and water testing meters to the Instrument Choice store. The meters in this selection suit most pH measuring applications, like food manufacturing, soil testing and laboratory use. 
Get a snapshot of the latest pH and water quality meters on offer!
New pH and Water Quality Meters
Below, our scientists summarise some terrific new pH and Water Quality Meters that have just landed in our warehouse. Go to the product pages inked in throughout the article below for more product details.
| Hanna Halo2The Hanna Halo2 is a series of wireless pH meters with Bluetooth functionality. Connecting the Hanna Halo2 pH meter to the Hanna Lab app turns any compatible smartphone or tablet into a full-featured pH meter. User-friendly functions within the mobile app include pH measurement, calibration, data logging, graphing and data export.
 All Hanna Halo2 Meters feature:   
Bluetooth wireless technologyA dual-level LCDAutomatic temperature compensationpH/mV Conversion0.01 pH resolutionGLP featuresData logging; and
Up to 500 hours battery life.  There are 15 Halo2 Meters to choose from:  
|     pH Range: 0.00-14.00Body Material: Glass
 Recommended applications: Lab
 |     pH Range: 0.00 – 12.00Body Material: Glass
 Recommended applications: Lab
 |     pH Range: 0.00 – 12.00Body Material: PEI
 Recommended applications: Field
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|     pH Range: 0.00 – 12.00Body Material: PVDF
 Recommended applications: Soil
 |     pH Range: 0.00 – 12.00Body Material: Glass
 Recommended applications: Cosmetic creams
 |     pH Range: 0.00 – 12.00Body Material: Glass
 Recommended applications: Skin & scalp
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|     pH Range: 0.00 – 12.00Body Material: Glass
 Recommended applications: Leather & paper
 |     pH Range: 0.00 – 12.00Body Material: Titanium
 Recommended applications: Beer
 |     pH Range: 0.00 – 12.00Body Material: Glass
 Recommended applications: Wine
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|     pH Range: 0.00 – 12.00Body Material: Titanium
 Recommended applications: Sushi
 |     pH Range: 0.00 – 12.00Body Material: Glass
 Recommended applications: Milk
 |      pH Range: 0.00 – 12.00Body Material: PVDF
 Recommended applications: Cheese
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|     pH Range: 0.00 – 12.00Body Material: PVDF
 Recommended applications: Meat
 |     pH Range: 0.00 – 12.00Body Material: PVDF
 Recommended applications: Chocolate
 |     pH Range: 0.00 – 12.00Body Material: PVDF
 Recommended applications: Bread and dough
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Apera ZenTest Pocket TestersApera 60-Z Smart Pocket Testers are the next generation of Apera's highly sought-after water testers, designed to provide a seamless pH testing experience. Powered by the ZenTest Mobile App and connected via Bluetooth, the 60-Z meters feature: 
 
A hybrid design –ZenTest models can operate with or without a mobile device.The Mobile App guides users step-by-step through the measurement process.Save and then share your measurement and calibration data via email using the device in the palm of your hand. You’ll never lose data, thanks to Apera 60-Z’s cloud-based data system.
An alarm activates upon breaching any user-set parameters. 
 There are three Apera ZenTest Pocket Tester models to choose from:
 
|     pH Range: -2.00 to 16.00Recommended applications: Common pH and water quality measurements.
 |     pH Range: -2.00 to 16.00Recommended applications: solid / semi-solid materials, e.g., food and soil
 |     pH Range: -2.00 to 16.00Recommended applications: flat materials such as skin, fabrics, paper
 |    Also Available: ZenTest EC60-Z Smart Conductivity/TDS Tester Kit; and ZenTest ORP60-Z Smart Pocket ORP Tester Kit.
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Apera 850 Kits You’ll find the ever-popular handheld Apera 850 unit packaged in many practical, application-specific kits.  Its notable features include:
 
An intelligent self-diagnosing function that alerts users to out-of-range measurements and incorrect calibration.IP67 rated water and dustproof - ideal for harsh environments. The silicon socket protector and group cover protector prevent damage from impact.Lightweight and easily portable - a kickstand on the back turns the unit into a benchtop meter.Other functions include automatic calibration, automatic lock, easy parameter adjustment, pH electrode slope display, and automatic power-off.
Access pH, temperature, calibration, and stable measurement data from the large LCD.  Ten handy kits are available:  
|     pH range: 0 to 14 pHBody Material: Lead-free glass
 Recommended applications: Beer, wine, juice and kombucha
 |     pH range: 0 to 14 pHBody Material: Lead-free glass
 Recommended applications: milk, yoghurt, buttermilk cream, and other liquid food such as jam, BBQ sauce, syrup.
 |     pH range: 0 to 14.00 pHBody Material: Food-grade Stainless Steel
 Recommended applications: Meat and fish
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|     pH range: 0 to 14 pHBody Material: Food-grade Stainless Steel
 Recommended applications: food samples (particularly meat, cheese, dairy products, fruit), canning, and other semi-solids (such as soil).
 |     pH range: 0 to 14 pHBody Material: PVC
 Recommended applications: Direct soil pH measurement
 |     pH range: 0 to 14 pHBody Material: Lead-free glass
 Recommended applications: Semi-micro samples (>0.2mL).
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|     pH range: 0 to 14 pHBody Material: POM
 Recommended applications: wastewater, emulsions, effluents, and other turbid water solution containing sulphides and proteins.
 |     pH range: 0 to 14 pHBody Material: Lead-free glass
 Recommended applications: drinking/RO/distilled/deionized water and other low ion-concentration solutions.
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|     pH range: 0 to 14 pHBody Material: Lead-free glass
 Recommended applications: Strong alkaline solutions.
 |     pH range: 0 to 14 pHBody Material: Lead-free glass
 Recommended applications: Highly acidic solutions, solutions containing hydrofluoric acid, and storage battery solutions.
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The Final Word
Our team has reported on the new pH and water testing meters (above) because of their performance, and their features and functions suit a wide range of measuring tasks.
Are you looking for a pH meter, but the new units listed above don’t quite tick all the boxes? Browse the complete range of pH meters here.
Need more information on any of the units listed above? Speak with an Instrument Choice Scientist: Call 1300 737 871 or email customer-service@instrumentchoice.com.au.