Automatic refractometers are used in the food and beverage industry, in chemistry, pharmacy and many other branches for measurements of refractive index (nD) or of refractive index-derived concentrations. Refractive index measurements are fast, non-destructive and require only a small volume of sample. No extensive sample preparation is necessary.
The latest generation of Abbemat refractometers sets new standards regarding accuracy and versatility.
Due to modern data processing and innovative optical design a resolution of 0.000001 nD is achieved. The measuring ranges are 1.32 to 1.56 nD (HP model) and 1.30 to 1.72 nD (WR model), allowing refractive index measurements of organic solvents, perfumes and aromas.
Within an interval of 10-70 °C an internal Peltier supplier of thermostat adjusts the temperature of the measuring prism at an accuracy of ±0.03 °C, so that no additional external thermocirculator is required. The stability of the temperature adjustment is ±0.002 °C.
The measuring unit is housed in a water-proof enclosure made of stainless steel containing the optics and the electronics of the instrument. Its small size saves valuable bench space in the laboratory.
A personal computer is used as an intelligent terminal offering easy operation combined with best performance. From a continuously growing number of professional scales the required scale can be selected or be defined by the user. User management, several measuring modes, easy calibration possibilities as well as GLP-conform data recording round up the features of the Abbemat.
Different types of sample cells are offered, allowing the adaptation of the instrument to every task in the laboratory.
