Apera Instruments PC60-Z Smart pH/Conductivity Tester

Apera Instruments PC60-Z Smart pH/Conductivity Tester

Brand: APERA Instruments
Model: PC60-Z
Product Type: Smart Multi-Parameter Water Quality Tester

Product Description

The Apera Instruments PC60-Z Smart pH/Conductivity Tester is a pen-shaped portable water quality measuring instrument designed to measure multiple water quality parameters in a single instrument. This device supports measurement of pH, electrical conductivity (EC), total dissolved solids (TDS), salinity, resistivity, and temperature, making it practical for routine water quality checks.

The PC60-Z is equipped with Bluetooth 5.0 communication technology that allows the device to connect with a smartphone through a compatible app. This connectivity supports interaction between the instrument and the app, helping users follow the measurement process, save results, and manage testing records. Data that can be recorded includes measurement values, date and time, calibration data, sample identity, GPS location information, notes, and sample photos, depending on app support.

For pH measurement, the PC60-Z has a range of -2.00 to 16.00 pH, resolution of 0.1/0.01 pH, and automatic 1–3 point calibration. Meanwhile, conductivity measurement covers three ranges up to 20.00 mS/cm. This instrument also supports measurement of TDS, salinity, resistivity, and temperature with automatic temperature compensation within the specified range.

With an IP67-rated waterproof design, compact size, and power from four AAA alkaline batteries, the PC60-Z is suitable for both laboratory use and field testing. Its applications include hydroponics, aquaculture, water treatment, environmental monitoring, swimming pools, and education.

Key Features

• Pen-shaped portable water quality measuring instrument with multiple measurement parameters

• Measures pH, EC, TDS, salinity, resistivity, and temperature

• Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity with communication distance of up to 10 meters based on specifications

• Supports data recording and management through a compatible app

• Measurement data can include values, date, time, calibration data, measurement object, GPS location, notes, and sample photos

• Unlimited data storage through a compatible app system

• Automatic 1–3 point pH calibration

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

• pH measurement resolution down to 0.01 pH

• Conductivity measuring range up to 20.00 mS/cm

• IP67 protection against water and dust according to its rating

• Compact and easy-to-carry design for field use

• Uses four AAA alkaline batteries

• Equipped with pH calibration solution, conductivity calibration solution, electrode soak solution, and a storage case

Product Specifications

1. pH Measurement

• Measuring Range: -2.00 to 16.00 pH

• Resolution: 0.1 / 0.01 pH

• Accuracy: ±(0.01 pH + 1 digit)

• Calibration: Automatic 1–3 point calibration

• Automatic Temperature Compensation: 0–50°C

2. Conductivity (EC) Measurement

• Measuring Range:

  • 0–200.0 μS/cm

  • 0–2000 μS/cm

  • 0–20.00 mS/cm

• Resolution: 0.1 / 1 μS/cm; 0.01 mS/cm

• Accuracy: ±1% F.S.

3. TDS Measurement

• Measuring Range: 0.1 ppm–10.00 ppt

• TDS Factor: 0.40–1.00

4. Salinity Measurement

• Measuring Range: 0–10.00 ppt

5. Resistivity Measurement

• Measuring Range: 500 Ω·cm–20 MΩ·cm

6. Temperature Measurement

• Measuring Range: 0–50°C

• Accuracy: ±0.5°C

• Automatic Temperature Compensation: 0–50°C

7. Data System and Connectivity

• Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5.0

• Communication Distance: Up to 10 meters

• Data Storage: Unlimited through a compatible app system

• Data Content:

  • Measurement values

  • Measurement number or identity

  • Measurement date and time

  • Calibration data

  • Object or sample measured

  • GPS location information

  • Measurement notes

  • Sample photos

Data storage and management features depend on the app and smartphone device being used.

8. General Specifications

• Brand: APERA Instruments

• Model: PC60-Z

• Power Supply: 4 × AAA alkaline batteries

• Waterproof Rating: IP67

• Working Humidity: Listed as 5–50+°C and relative humidity below 70% in the source data; this range needs to be confirmed with the manufacturer because the unit and format of the specification are not entirely clear.

• Dimensions (Meter): 40 × 40 × 178 mm

• Weight (Meter): 133 g

• Dimensions (Suitcase): 255 × 210 × 50 mm

• Weight (Suitcase): 438 g

• Certifications: CE, RoHS, FCC, Bluetooth

Advantages of Bluetooth and Data Management

Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity allows the PC60-Z to communicate with a compatible smartphone at a distance of up to 10 meters under suitable conditions. Through the app, users can manage measurement results and sample supporting information to help with testing documentation.

Data such as date, time, calibration information, notes, and sample photos can help with the process of monitoring water quality periodically. This feature is useful for users who require structured record-keeping for research, operational, and quality control activities.

Applications

The Apera Instruments PC60-Z can be used for various needs, including:

• Hydroponics: monitoring pH, EC, and TDS of nutrient solutions

• Aquaculture: helping check water quality parameters for aquatic farming

• Water treatment: checking conductivity and related parameters

• Swimming pools: supporting pH checks and other water quality parameters

• Environmental monitoring: water sample testing in the field

• Laboratory: routine measurement and documentation of results

• Education: practical work and learning about water quality analysis

• Quality control: periodic recording of sample test results

Package Contents

• 1 × PC60-Z Smart pH/Conductivity Tester

• 1 × pH 4.00 calibration solution

• 1 × pH 7.00 calibration solution

• 1 × 1413 μS/cm conductivity calibration solution

• 1 × 12.88 mS/cm conductivity calibration solution

• 1 × pH 4.00 calibration bottle

• 1 × pH 7.00 calibration bottle

• 1 × 1413 μS/cm conductivity calibration container

• 1 × 12.88 mS/cm conductivity calibration container

• 1 × Electrode Soak Solution

• 1 × Lanyard

• 1 × User manual

• 1 × Suitcase

Summary

The Apera Instruments PC60-Z Smart pH/Conductivity Tester is a portable water quality measuring instrument that combines pH, EC, TDS, salinity, resistivity, and temperature measurement in a single device. Bluetooth 5.0 and a compatible app support recording and management of measurement data, while automatic pH calibration, temperature compensation, and IP67 protection help support routine use.

With its compact design, complete calibration solutions, and storage case, the PC60-Z is suitable for water quality testing in hydroponics, aquaculture, water treatment, swimming pools, education, and various laboratory and field applications.