HI97746 is an advanced portable photometer for the measurement of low levels of iron in water. This meter offers a superior optical system that utilizes a reference detector and narrow band interference filters for extremely fast and repeatable measurements.
Iron is naturally present in water in low concentrations, but it reaches high concentrations in wastewater effluents. The iron concentration in water needs to be monitored because it becomes harmful above certain levels. In domestic water, for instance, iron can unpleasantly alter the taste, stain laundry, damage kitchenware and favor the growth of certain bacteria. Iron is also an indicator of ongoing corrosion in water-cooling and heating systems. Moreover, iron is normally monitored in mining wastewater to avoid contamination.
The HI97746 uses an adaptation of TPTZ method to measure iron concentrations in the 0.00 to 1.60 mg/L (ppm) range. The reagent when added to a sample containing iron will turn the sample a violet hint; the greater the concentration, the deeper the color. The associated color change is then colorimetrically analyzed according to the Beer-Lambert Law. This principle states that light is absorbed by a complementary color, and the emitted radiation is dependent upon concentration. For iron, a narrow band interference filter at 525 nm (green) allows only green light to be detected by the silicon photodetector. As the change in color of the reacted sample increases, absorbance of the specific wavelength of light also increases, while transmittance decreases. Using a pre-programmed curve a result is then displayed.
The HI97746 has an innovative optical system that offers superior performance in accuracy, repeatability, and the short amount of time it takes to perform a measurement. This compact, waterproof meter is extremely user friendly with a tutorial mode that walks the user graphically, step by step, in performing a measurement. The use of a backlit dot matrix LCD allows the use of virtual keys which makes the operation of the meter very intuitive including selecting different units of measure, reviewing GLP data, recalling the last 50 measurements, and customizing the meter to user preferences.
HI97746 is completely waterproof including the cuvette holder that is designed with ridges to protect the optical path from getting scratched by the cuvette and a gasketed battery compartment that holds three common AA batteries. The compact design fits comfortably in the hand for use in the field or on a table for benchtop use. The LCD is backlit for easy viewing under all conditions.
CAL Check
Advanced features including CAL-Check to verify performance and if necessary, recalibrate.
Setup Options
Setup options for meter personalization include date and time format, language, and enabling the tutorial mode.
Tutorial Mode
Tutorial mode for step-by-step instructions to guide a first-time user in how to perform a measurement correctly.
Reaction Timer
Built-in reaction timer that ensures consistency amongst multiple users.
Stable Light Source:
High Efficiency Light Source:
High Quality Filters:
Greater Light Yield:
A focusing lens collects all of the light that exits the cuvette, eliminating errors from imperfections and scratches that may be present in the glass. The use of the convex lens reduces the need for indexing cuvettes.
CAL Check Functionality:
Large Cuvette Size:
Intuitive Dot Matrix Display:
Auto-off Protection:
| SKU | HI97746-web |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Iron Low-Range Portable Photometer with CAL Check – HI97746 |
| Quote Required | Yes |
| Iron Range | 0.00 to 1.60 mg/L (as Fe) |
| Iron Resolution | 0.01 mg/L |
| Iron Accuracy | ±0.01 mg/L ±8% of reading at 25°C |
| Iron Method | Adaptation of the TPTZ Method |
| Photometer/Colorimeter Light Source | LED with 525 nm bandpass filter |
| Photometer/Colorimeter Light Detector | silicon photocell |
| Bandpass Filter Bandwidth | 8 nm |
| Bandpass Filter Wavelength Accuracy | ±1.0 nm |
| Cuvette Type | round 24.6 mm diameter (22 mm inside) |
| GLP | yes |
| Display | 128 x 64 pixel B/W LCD with backlight |
| Logging Memory | 50 readings |
| Battery Type/Life | 1.5 V AA Alkaline (3 pcs.) / > 800 measurements (without backlight) |
| Automatic Shut-Off | after 15 minutes of inactivity (30 minutes before a READ measurement) |
| Environment | 0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F); 0 to 100% RH (IP67) |
| Weight | 380 g (13.4 oz.) |
| Dimensions | 142.5 x 102.5 x 50.5 mm (5.6 x 4.0 x 2.0'') |
| Ordering Information | HI97746C is supplied with CAL-Check standards, cuvettes (2), caps (2), plastic inserts for cuvette, (2), scissors, cuvette cleaning cloth, 1.5V AA batteries (3), instruction manual, and instrument quality certificate packaged in a rugged thermoformed carrying case. |
