Apera PH60S Spear-Tip pH Electrode Pocket Tester Kit

Apera Instruments Premium Series PH60S Spear pH Pocket Tester Kit for Food/Solid/Viscous Samples

Brand: APERA Instruments
Model: PH60S
SKU: AI313
Product Type: Portable Spear pH Tester Kit

Product Description

The Apera Instruments Premium Series PH60S Spear pH Pocket Tester Kit is a portable pH measuring instrument specifically designed for testing solid, semi-solid, and viscous samples, as well as liquid solutions. With its spear-tip electrode, this instrument allows direct pH measurement of various types of samples without having to convert them into a solution first, as long as the sample characteristics are compatible with the electrode’s intended use.

The PH60S is suitable for measuring the pH of cheese, meat, fruit, bread dough, sushi rice, jam, sauces, yogurt, solid culture media, and certain skincare products. The spear electrode uses a spear-shaped glass membrane designed for direct measurement of solid and semi-solid samples. This electrode is replaceable so users can extend the device’s service life by replacing the electrode when needed.

This instrument has a pH meter measuring range of -2.00 to 16.00 pH, with accuracy of ±0.01 pH ±1 digit. Its automatic 1–3 point calibration system is equipped with buffer solution recognition to simplify the calibration process. An integrated temperature sensor supports Automatic Temperature Compensation (ATC) in the 0–50°C range.

The PH60S features an LCD screen with a three-color backlight that displays pH and temperature values. The screen colors help users recognize measurement, calibration, and warning modes. Additional features include a stable reading indicator, HOLD function, adjustable measurement limit alarm, self-diagnosis, low-battery warning, and auto power-off.

With IP67 protection, a floatable design, and a battery life of up to 2,000 hours based on the manufacturer’s specifications, the PH60S is suitable for food quality testing, laboratory, research, and quality control activities in production environments.

Key Features

• Designed for direct pH measurement of solid, semi-solid, and viscous samples

• Spear-shaped electrode to help with penetration into suitable samples

• Suitable for testing cheese, meat, fruit, dough, sushi rice, jam, sauces, yogurt, and solid culture media

• Can be used for general pH measurement of liquid solutions

• Replaceable electrode to support device maintenance

• Uses Long-Life Reference System with polymer gel electrolyte

• Features a double junction without a diaphragm

• Automatic 1–3 point calibration with recognition of five buffer types

• Automatic temperature compensation in the 0–50°C range

• LCD screen with three-color backlight and pH and temperature display

• Stable reading indicator and HOLD function

• Warning alarm when measurement results exceed the set high or low limits

• Self-diagnosis to help check the device’s condition

• IP67 protection and floatable design

• Auto power-off after 8 minutes without operation

• Complete kit with calibration solution, electrode storage solution, batteries, and case

Product Specifications

1. pH Measurement

• Measuring Range: -2.00 to 16.00 pH

• Resolution: 0.01 / 0.1 pH

• Accuracy: ±(0.01 pH + 1 digit)

• Calibration: Automatic 1–3 points

• Recognized Calibration Buffers: pH 7.00, 4.00, 10.01, 1.68, and 12.46

• Temperature Compensation: Automatic

• Temperature Compensation Range: 0–50°C (32–122°F)

2. ORP (mV) Measurement

• Measuring Range: ±1000 mV

• Resolution: 1 mV

• Accuracy: ±0.2% F.S.

Note: ORP specifications are parameters listed in the meter’s technical data. ORP measurement requires a suitable electrode; the included spear pH electrode is intended for pH measurement.

3. Temperature Measurement

• Measuring Range: 0–50°C (32–122°F)

• Resolution: 0.1°C

• Accuracy: ±0.5°C

• Temperature Sensor: Integrated in the electrode

• Temperature Compensation: Automatic Temperature Compensation (ATC)

4. Display and Function Specifications

• Display: LCD with three-color backlight

• Viewing Angle: 180°

• Blue Screen: Measurement mode

• Green Screen: Calibration mode

• Red Screen: Warning mode (Heads-Up Mode)

• Reading Lock: HOLD function

• Stable Reading Indicator: Smiley face icon

• Low-Battery Warning: Flashing battery icon

• Self-Diagnosis: Yes

• Heads-Up Function: Yes

• Auto Power-Off: After 8 minutes without operation

5. Electrode Specifications

• Electrode Type: Spear pH Electrode

• Glass Membrane Shape: Spear / spear tip

• Replaceable Electrode: Yes

• Temperature Sensor: Yes

• Junction: Double junction without diaphragm

• Reference Electrode: Long-Life Reference System

• Electrolyte: Polymer gel

• Electrode pH Range: 0–14 pH

• Temperature Range: 0–50°C (32–122°F)

• Application: Solid, semi-solid, viscous samples, and suitable aqueous solutions

6. General Specifications

• Brand: APERA Instruments

• Model: PH60S

• SKU: AI313

• Waterproof Rating: IP67

• Floatable: Yes

• Power Supply: 4 × AAA batteries

• Power: DC 3 V

• Battery Life: Up to 2,000 hours of continuous operation

• Dimensions (Tester): 40 × 40 × 220 mm

• Weight (Tester): 143 g

• Dimensions (Carrying Case): 255 × 210 × 50 mm

• Weight (with Case): 710 g

Advantages of the Spear Electrode

The spear electrode on the PH60S is designed for direct measurement of samples that are difficult to test using standard pH electrodes. The spear tip shape helps the sensor contact the inner part of suitable solid or semi-solid samples, such as cheese, meat, fruit, dough, and sushi rice.

The Long-Life Reference System and polymer gel electrolyte support routine use, while the replaceable electrode design simplifies maintenance. The electrode is also equipped with a temperature sensor to support automatic temperature compensation during measurement.

To maintain measurement performance, use and store the electrode according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Samples that are very hard or potentially damaging to the electrode tip need to be prepared using an appropriate method.

Three-Color Screen and Measurement Alarm

The PH60S uses an LCD screen with a three-color backlight to help distinguish operating conditions:

• Blue: measurement mode

• Green: calibration mode

• Red: warning mode

The HOLD function helps retain the reading on the screen, while the stability indicator helps users recognize when the measurement result has stabilized. High and low limit alarms can be used to provide warnings when measurement results exceed the set limits, thereby supporting routine checks and quality control processes.

Applications

The Apera Instruments PH60S can be used for various needs, including:

• Food industry: pH testing of cheese, meat, fruit, dough, sushi rice, jam, sauces, and yogurt

• Food processing: pH checks of raw materials and products during the production process

• Food laboratories: analysis and research of sample characteristics

• Solid culture media: pH testing of suitable samples

• Skincare products: testing of compatible semi-solid or viscous samples

• Water quality testing: pH measurement of aqueous solutions

• Quality control: periodic pH checks and monitoring

• Education and research: practical work and pH analysis of various types of samples

Package Contents

• 1 × PH60S Premium Pocket pH Tester

• 1 × pH 4.00 calibration solution

• 1 × pH 7.00 calibration solution

• 1 × pH 10.01 calibration solution

• 1 × 3M KCl storage solution

• 3 × Calibration vials

• 4 × AAA batteries

• 1 × Lanyard

• 1 × Premium carrying case

• 1 × User manual

• 1 × Quick Start Guide

Summary

The Apera Instruments Premium Series PH60S Spear pH Pocket Tester Kit, SKU AI313, is a portable pH measuring instrument with a spear-tip electrode designed for testing solid, semi-solid, and viscous samples, as well as suitable liquid solutions. The meter’s measuring range of -2.00 to 16.00 pH, automatic 1–3 point calibration, automatic temperature compensation, and replaceable electrode support practical pH testing.

Equipped with a three-color screen, measurement alarm, IP67 protection, and a complete accessory package, the PH60S is suitable for the food industry, laboratories, research, and quality control activities requiring direct pH measurement of various types of samples.