Thermo Scientific Heratherm IMH180 Incubator - Thermo Scientific Orion AQUAfast Colorimeter

Applications & Use Cases

• Water and wastewater treatment plants for routine analysis of effluent quality.
• Environmental monitoring agencies for field testing of natural water sources.
• Industrial facilities for process water quality control and compliance.
• Aquaculture operations for monitoring water parameters critical to aquatic health.
• Research laboratories for various chemical and biological assays requiring colorimetric detection.

Typical Specifications

Measurement Principle

Colorimetric analysis, typically using LED light sources and a photodetector.

Wavelength Range

Units of this type commonly feature multiple LED wavelengths, such as 430, 530, 560, 580, 610, and 660 nm, for broad parameter coverage.

Pre-programmed Methods

Typically includes 90+ pre-programmed methods for common water quality parameters.

Power Supply

Commonly battery-operated for field portability, often using standard AA or AAA batteries, with some models offering AC adapter options.

Ingress Protection (IP) Rating

For this class of equipment, an IP67 rating is common, indicating robust protection against dust and temporary immersion in water.

Data Storage

Many units offer internal memory for storing a number of test results, often with date and time stamps.

Display

Typically features a clear LCD display for easy reading of results and navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What types of parameters can this colorimeter measure?

  This type of colorimeter is designed to measure a wide range of water and wastewater parameters, including nutrients like total nitrogen and total phosphate, as well as other common indicators.

• Is this unit suitable for field use?

• Are reagents included with the colorimeter?

• How accurate are the measurements from this colorimeter?

• Does this colorimeter require calibration?

• Can new test methods be added to the colorimeter?