HI96816 Digital Refractometer for Potential Alcohol (% V/V) Analysis in Wine, Must and Juice According to EEC

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The HI96816 is a rugged, portable digital refractometer designed for potential alcohol measurement (% V/V) of wine, juice and must according to the European Economic Community Commission Regulation No 2676/90. The HI96816 features simple two-button operation and has a high accuracy of 0.2% V/V potential alcohol. All readings are automatically compensated for temperature variations according to the ICUMSA Methods Book standard and displayed within a 1.5 second response time. The sealed flint glass prism and stainless steel well are easy to clean. Just wipe with a soft cloth in preparation for the next sample.
  • Sample size as small as 2 metric drops (100 μl)
  • Sealed stainless steel well with high-grade optical prism made of flint glass
  • Fast 1.5 second response time for temperature compensated readings

Features at-a-glance:

One-point calibration

  • Calibrate with distilled or deionized water

Small sample size

  • Sample size can be as small as 2 metric drops (100 μl)

Automatic Temperature Compensation (ATC)

  • Samples automatically compensated for temperature variations

Quick, accurate results

  • Readings are displayed in approximately 1.5 second

Dual-level LCD

  • The dual-level LCD displays measurement and temperature readings simultaneously

Stainless steel sample well

  • Easy to clean and corrosion-resistant

Battery indicators

  • Battery percent level remaining at startup and low battery indicator

Automatic shut-off

  • To conserve battery life the meter shuts off automatically after three minutes of non-use

IP65 water resistant protection

  • Water resistant ABS plastic casing designed to perform under laboratory and field conditions.
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Description

The HI96816  Digital Wine Refractometer has a potential alcohol curve is based on the tables found in the European Economic Community Commission Regulation No 2676/90 of 17 September 1990, Determining Community Methods for the Analysis of Wine and International Organization of Vine and Wine (OIV). The potential alcohol curve is based on the following equation:

Potential alcohol %V/V = g/L of Sugar / 16.83

  • Designed for determining potential alcohol in wine juice and must
  • Automatic Temperature Compensation
  • 4.9 to 56.8 %V/V range with a ±0.2 % V/V accuracy

The accuracy of the HI96816 can be confirmed by preparing a standard % Brix solution. After calibration, a 25% Brix solution is placed in the well and the READ key is continually pressed until the % Brix value is displayed on the primary LCD. The HI96816 contains a built-in temperature sensor and is programmed with temperature compensation algorithms in accordance with the ICUMSA Methods Book Standard for a percent by weight sucrose.

Making a Standard % Sucrose Solution

To make a Sucrose Solution, follow the procedure below:

  • Place container (such as a glass vial or dropper bottle that has a cover) on an analytical balance.
  • Tare the balance.
  • Weigh out X grams of high purity sucrose (CAS #: 57-50-1) directly into a beaker.
  • Add distilled or deionized water to the beaker so the total weight of the solution is 100g.
  • Note: Solutions above 65% may need to be vigorously stirred or shaken and heated in a water bath to roughly 40°C (104°F). Remove solution when sucrose has dissolved and allow to cool before use.

Example to prepare as 25% sucrose solution:

Sucrose (g) Water (g) Total (g) 25.000 75.000 100.000

Specifications

Potential Alcohol Range 4.9 to 56.8 % V/V Potential Alcohol; 10 to 75% Brix*
Potential Alcohol Resolution 0.1 % V/V Potential Alcohol
Potential Alcohol Accuracy ±0.2 % V/V Potential Alcohol
Temperature Range 0 to 80°C (32 to 176°F)
Temperature Resolution 0.1°C (0.1°F)
Temperature Accuracy ±0.3 °C (±0.5 °F)
Temperature Compensation automatic between 10 and 40°C (50 to 104°F)
Measurement Time approximately 1.5 seconds
Minimum Sample Volume 100 μL (to cover prism totally)
Light Source yellow LED
Sample Cell stainless steel ring and flint glass prism
Auto-off after three minutes of inactivity
Enclosure Rating IP65
Battery Type / Life 9V / approximately 5000 readings
Dimensions / Weight 192 x 102 x 67 mm (7.6 x 4.01 x 2.6”) / 420 g (14.8 oz.)
Ordering Information HI96816 is supplied with battery and instruction manual
Warranty 2 years
Notes * The HI96816 allows the accuracy to be checked by continuously pressing the read button until the % Brix value is displayed. A % Brix solution made from sucrose must be used.

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