Misco PA203X Palm Abbe Digital 5-Scale Automotive Refractometer
The Palm Abbe Ethylene & Propylene Glycol Refractometer is designed to provide the freezing point and percent concentration of both ethylene and propylene glycol antifreeze solutions. This instrument will test ethylene and propylene glycol percent concentration by volume and freezing point in degrees Fahrenheit. The 5th scale is specific gravity of sulfuric acid used to test battery charge levels.
The Palm Abbe refractometer is fast, convenient, and easy to use. Simply place a drop or two of ethylene or propylene glycol in the stainless-steel sample well and press a button. The custom-designed microprocessor delivers a nearly instantaneous readout of ethylene or propylene glycol concentration or freeze point. Nonlinear temperature compensation is automatic and insures that fluids tested between 0 and 50 °C (+32 to 122 °F) are measured accurately.
Ethylene & Propylene glycol concentration and freeze point are easily read on the large dual-line LCD display, even in dim light. Digital readings remove the subjectivity associated with interpreting where a boundary line crosses tiny scale divisions. And, it is so easy to use! The user interface consists of two buttons, one to take readings and the other to step through various menu options.
Calibration is automatic and does not require the use of special calibration solutions, or tools. The Palm Abbe refractometer automatically calibrates itself to water and is ready to use in seconds. No more screws to turn and nothing to adjust.
PA203X Automotive Model Scales
| Scale | Unit of Measure | Range |
| 006 | Propylene Glycol % volume/volume | 0 to 100% |
| 008 | Propylene Glycol Freeze Point ºF | +32 to -46°F |
| 011 | Ethylene Glycol % volume/volume | 0 to 100% |
| 013 | Ethylene Glycol Freeze point ºF | +32 to -60°F |
| 118 | Sulfuric Acid Specific Gravity (D20/20) | 1.000 to 1.501 |
- Digital Accuracy — Digital refractometers remove the subjectivity associated with reading traditional refractometers.
- Auto Temp Compensation — Palm Abbe features non-linear temperature compensation that accurately compensates for fluid temperatures regardless of temperature or concentration.
- Built tough — The Palm Abbe is built from high-impact, chemically resistant plastic. It is very water-resistant and designed to operate in the most demanding industrial environments.
- Made in USA — Cleveland, OH
- Misco List Price $595.00– OUR PRICE $525.00
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PA203X-AUTO – Model PA203X-006-008-011-013-118 – Five-Scale Automotive Refractometer
- NOTE: Orange rubber jacket pictured not included. See Recommended Accessories below.
PA203X Automotive Model Scales
| Scale | Unit of Measure | Range | Resolution | Precision |
| 006 | Propylene Glycol % volume/volume | 0 to 100% | 0.1% | +/- 0.1% |
| 008 | Propylene Glycol Freeze Point ºF | +32 to -46°F | 1 °F | +/- 1 °F |
| 011 | Ethylene Glycol % volume/volume | 0 to 100% | 0.1% | +/- 0.1% |
| 013 | Ethylene Glycol Freeze point ºF | +32 to -60°F | 1 °F | +/- 1 °F |
| 118 | Sulferic Acid Specific Gravity (D20/20) | 1.000 to 1.501 | 0.001 | +/- 0.001 |
PA203X Automotive Model Specifications
| FEATURE | SPECIFICATION |
| Optic Material | Sapphire |
| Detector Elements | 1,024 |
| Well/Sample Area Material | Stainless Steel |
| Evaporation/Sample Cover | Yes |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Light Source | Precision LED @ 589.3 nm |
| Display Type | LCD |
| Display Characters | 24 Characters x 2 Lines |
| Display Language | English, Spanish, French, German, Russian |
| Temperature Control Method | Auto Temp. Compensation |
| Temperature Control Basis | Scale Dependent |
| Temperature Range | 0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F) |
| Power Source | 2 AAA Batteries |
| Battery Life | 5000+ Readings |
| Dimensions | 145 x 75 x 37 mm (5.7 x 2.95 x 1.46 in.) |
| Weight | 250 grams (8.8 Oz.) |
| User Programmable | Factory Programmable, Options/Settings, Select Scale |
| User Calibration Points | 2 |
| Body Color | BLUE |
| Body Material | Plastic |
| Water Resistance | IP64 – Splashing Water |
| Error Codes | Text-Based |
| Approvals and Certifications | CE |
Recommended Accessories & Replacement Parts
Two-point NIST Traceable Certified Calibration on a new refractometer, with Level I documentation
Protect your Palm Abbe Digital Refractometer with a Rubber Armor Jacket or with the virtually indestructible Proof Case. Save $10.00 when you buy both!
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