Atago MASTER-α refractometer

Introduction to Atago MASTER-α refractometer

The Atago MASTER-α refractometer (Code: 2311) is a handheld optical instrument manufactured by Atago (Japan), specifically designed to measure the Brix concentration of liquid solutions. The instrument is widely used for rapid sample quality control in laboratories, food processing facilities, and industrial plants.

Outstanding features

• Metal body ensures high mechanical durability during use.
• Measuring range from 0 to 33% Brix with high resolution, delivering fast and accurate readings.
• Integrated Automatic Temperature Compensation (ATC), minimizing errors caused by sample temperature variations.
• IP65-compliant water resistance, convenient for direct water rinsing after measurement.
• Compact design, optimized for one-handed operation.

Applications

• Measuring sugar concentration and testing sweetness in beverages and fruit juices.
• Quality control of liquid processed foods such as soups and sauces.
• Checking concentration of water-soluble metal cutting fluids for mechanical machining.
• Serving sample testing and analysis tasks in quality assurance/control (QA/QC) laboratories.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the measuring range of the Atago MASTER-α refractometer?
The instrument features a measuring range of 0 to 33% Brix, suitable for solutions with low to medium dissolved solids concentrations.

Can this refractometer be washed with water?
Yes. Thanks to its IP65 water-resistance rating, users can easily clean the prism and body under running water after each sample test.