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Old 04-08-2004, 12:22 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Default Salinity tester & Refractometers

Wondering which of this salinity testers you have used before. You can check as many of them that you have used.

I have modified the list to include a refractometer. So if you have voted already and need to add refractometer just click on the "remove vote" link on the right and start over.

After you have voted please post which ones you have used.



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Old 04-08-2004, 03:49 PM   #2 (permalink)
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Default Re: Swing arm SG tester

Dave, I use an Esha swing arm hydrometer imported from some European country. You can purchase them from Aquatic Ecosystems and a few online retailers. Love the unit and it checks out against my refractometer. I've used all the ones on the list, plus one made by Marine Systems. They all seem to behave the same as far as accuracy.


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Old 04-09-2004, 02:23 AM   #3 (permalink)
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i used the deep six before i got my refractometer


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Seatest ...refract now


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Old 04-15-2004, 12:42 PM   #5 (permalink)
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I have Modified the vote list. Please re-vote. thanks
 
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Default Re: Salinity tester & Refractomers

I use the Deep 6....definately want to buy a refractometer tho..heard they are the best and most accurate


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Old 04-15-2004, 01:22 PM   #7 (permalink)
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Default Re: Salinity tester & Refractometers

[quote author=seawillow link=board=Water;num=1081462953;start=0#5 date=04/15/04 at 16:12:05]I use the Deep 6....definately want to buy a refractometer tho..heard they are the best and most accurate[/quote]

Man don't get Boomer started here... Please read the other threads on that.

I love the refractometer I just bought. 42 bucks at Premium Aquatics.. one of our advertisers.
 
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wow..that seems like a good price..!! Think I'll go check it out!! Thanks!
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Refractometer all the way since I got mine!


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Default Re: Salinity tester & Refractomers

I just used my 'Deep Six' this morning. It's alright once you get all the bubbles off the needle. I always rinse it with freshwater afterward.

BUT, Premium Aquatics has the blue Refractometers in again! 16 left. I just ordered mine!


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