Misco Palm Abbe Digital Refractometer Fire Industry Models
$435.00 – $525.00
Misco Digital Refractometer for Fire Sprinkler Maintenance is programmed with scales for propylene glycol and glycerine, testing freeze point in F and % concentration by volume plus a 5th scale for refractive index of fire-fighting foam. Misco PA202 with dual refractive index and Brix scales is the ideal refractometer for measuring AFFF and FFFP firefighting foams.
Misco Palm Abbe Digital Refractometer Fire Industry Models
PA203X Misco Palm Abbe Digital Refractometer for Fire Sprinkler Maintenance
Just a couple of drops from any sprinkler system is all that is needed for an instant reading of either glycerine or glycol freeze point or concentration. The Misco Palm Abbe refractometer is the perfect tool for both installers and inspectors and is a must have tool for anyone installing or maintaining fire sprinklers. Instant, accurate readings will help fire professionals make good on-the-spot decisions concerning the amount of propylene glycol or glycerine to add for optimal system performance.
The Palm Abbe Glycerine & Propylene Glycol Refractometer is designed to provide the freezing point and percent concentration of both glycerine and propylene glycol antifreeze solutions. This instrument will test glycerine and propylene glycol percent concentration by volume and freezing point in degrees Fahrenheit. The 5th scale is the refractive index of fire-fighting foam.
| PA203X Fire Refractometer 5-Scale Model | ||
| Scale | Unit of Measure | Range |
| 016 | Glycerine % by volume | 0 to 100% |
| 018 | Glycerine Freeze Point | +32 to -46°F |
| 006 | Propylene Glycol % by volume | 0 to 100% |
| 008 | Propylene Glycol Freeze point | +32 to -60°F |
| 001 | Refractive Index Fire Fighting Foam | 1.3330 to 1.5040 nD |
- Misco List Price $595.00 — OUR PRICE $525.00
- NOTE: Orange rubber jacket pictured not included. See Recommended Accessories below.
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PA203X-FIRE – Model PA203X-001-006-008-016-018 – Misco Palm Abbe Digital Five-Scale Fire Refractometer
PA202 Misco Palm Abbe Digital Refractometer for Firefighting Foam
Because conductivity meters can be adversely affected by water hardness and water quality, the refractometer remains the best field-method available for measuring low, medium, and high expansion firefighting foams such as AFFF and FFFP. The Misco PA202 with dual refractive index and Brix scales is the ideal refractometer for measuring foam mixture concentration.
- Misco List Price $475.00 — OUR PRICE $435.00
- NOTE: Orange rubber jacket pictured not included. See Recommended Accessories below.
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PA202 – Model PA202 – Misco Palm Abbe Digital Refractometer, 0-85 Brix & Refractive Index
PA203X Fire Refractometer Scales
| Scale | Unit of Measure | Range | Resolution | Precision |
| 016 | Glycerine % by volume | 0 to 100% | 0.1% | +/- 0.1% |
| 018 | Glycerine Freeze Point | +32 to -46°F | 1 °F | +/- 1 °F |
| 006 | Propylene Glycol % by volume | 0 to 100% | 0.1% | +/- 0.1% |
| 008 | Propylene Glycol Freeze point | +32 to -60°F | 1 °F | +/- 1 °F |
| 001 | Refractive Index Fire Fighting Foam | 1.3330 to 1.5040 nD | 0.0001 nD | +/- 0.0001 nD |
PA202 Scales
| Scale | Fluid Name | Unit of Measure | LCD Display Name | Range | Resolution | Precision |
| 001 | Refractive Index | Refractive Index (nD) | nD20 | 1.3330 to 1.5000 | .0001 | .0001 |
| 003 | Brix | Brix | Brix | 0 to 85 | .1 | .1 |
PA203X and PA202 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, Sucrose for PA202 |
| 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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