H-B DURAC Triple Scale Beer and Wine Hydrometer, Polycarbonate (B61800-6000)

Achieve the results you are looking for with this polycarbonate triple scale beer and wine hydrometer. Optical quality polycarbonate provides all the clarity of glass with the added benefit of be virtually shatterproof. This is ideal to prevent breakage and possible contamination. Three scales: specific gravity, potential alcohol by volume and Brix provide invaluable data points that help the home brewer or wine Maker bring their skills to the next level. Individual scales can used independently or in conjunction with one another to determine If the starting worth or must has acceptable sucrose levels to achieve the desired results, monitor the fermentation process to see If variables should be altered, determine when the fermentation process is complete and easily calculate the approximate alcohol content of the finished product. Crystal clear polycarbonate, color coded bands that indicate when fermentation is complete, and easy to read Font make this an ideal product for both the novice and seasoned hobbyist. Overall Length 300mm (11.8 in) stem Length: 183 mm (7.2 in) specific gravity from .99 – 1.162 with a division accuracy of .002 percentage alcohol by volume scale: 0 – 20 percent with a division accuracy of .5 percent Brix scale: 0 – 35 Degrees with a division accuracy of .5 Degrees. All scales are calibrated to be read at 68 Degrees Fahrenheit. An easy to read conversion Chart is included for varying temperatures. For accurate results this product should be used in conjunction with a thermometer. Manufactured in strict accordance with NIST as outlined in nbs circular 555 military std-45662a and ISO 17025 where applicable. Certified the hydrometer meets or exceeds the tolerances of accuracy and physical specifications set forth by the NIST circular 55, American Society of testing materials e100-10 or the American petroleum Institute. SP Scienceware a division of SP Industries is home to Bel-Art and H-B Instrument brand products. Each brand has a proud heritage in the laboratory supply market and manufactures state-of-the-art laboratory equipment and biological drug manufacturing solutions that include market leading brands Genevac, Virtis, Hull, FTS systems and National-Hotpack. As part of a larger organization committed to science we look forward to increased opportunities to serve our customers and remain committed to developing, manufacturing and delivering innovative products, right in value. We appreciate your business and thank you for the opportunity you have given us.