Atago PAL-87S Digital Refractometer

Overview of Atago PAL-87S digital refractometer

The Atago PAL-87S digital refractometer (Cat. No. 4487) is a handheld digital measuring instrument manufactured by Atago (Japan), specialized for determining sugar concentration and density in wine. The instrument integrates dual Oechsle and Brix scales, supporting quality control from raw material receipt to finished products.

Outstanding features

• Flexible dual scales consisting of an Oechsle scale from 0 to 240° and a Brix scale from 0,0 to 53,0%.
• Reliable accuracy with a tolerance of Oe ±1° and Brix ±0,2%.
• Temperature compensation feature in the range of 10 to 40°C, ensuring stable results across various environmental conditions.
• Compact, palm-fitting design, convenient for mobile field operations or laboratory work.

Applications

• Testing grape sweetness and ripeness directly at vineyards or grape farms.
• Monitoring density and the sugar conversion process during wine fermentation stages.
• Testing and evaluating finished wine quality standards in the laboratory.

Frequently Asked Questions

In what temperature range does the Atago PAL-87S refractometer operate?
The instrument features temperature compensation from 10 to 40°C to ensure stable and accurate measurement results.

What is the measurement tolerance of the Atago PAL-87S?
The refractometer achieves an accuracy of ±1° on the Oechsle (Oe) scale and ±0,2% on the Brix scale.