Portable Water Quality Testing Instruments
Description
Portable water quality testing instruments are designed to measure various parameters of water quality in a convenient and mobile format. These devices are typically handheld and can assess factors such as pH, conductivity, dissolved oxygen, and temperature. They provide real-time results, allowing users to quickly evaluate water conditions on-site.
Working Principle
Portable water quality testing instruments operate by using interchangeable probes and sensors to detect specific water quality parameters. These sensors convert physical or chemical properties of the water into electrical signals, which are then processed and displayed on the device. The real-time data provided by these instruments is crucial for immediate decision-making, especially in situations where water quality needs to be assessed quickly, such as environmental spills or industrial processes. Their multifunctional capabilities make them versatile tools for comprehensive water quality analysis.
Applications
Portable water quality testing instruments are used in a variety of specific applications. For instance, they are employed in environmental monitoring to assess the impact of pollutants in rivers and lakes. In industrial settings, they help ensure that wastewater discharge meets regulatory standards. Additionally, they are used in agriculture to monitor irrigation water quality and in aquaculture to maintain optimal conditions for fish farming.
Advantages over other Manufacturing - Electronics Manufacturing Equipment
Compared to benchtop models and more sophisticated laboratory equipment, portable water quality testing instruments offer significant advantages. They are more economical, making them suitable for smaller operations or those requiring basic yet reliable water testing. Their portability and ease of use allow for on-site testing, eliminating the need for sample transportation to a laboratory, which can save time and reduce costs.
Limitations
Despite their advantages, portable water quality testing instruments have some limitations. They are battery-dependent, which poses a risk of battery depletion during extended fieldwork. Additionally, they can be sensitive to environmental conditions such as extreme temperatures, humidity, and electromagnetic interference, potentially affecting their performance and longevity. Regular maintenance and calibration are required to ensure accuracy, which can be a disadvantage for users seeking low-maintenance solutions.
Considerations
When selecting portable water quality testing instruments, several factors should be considered. Initial costs can vary depending on the features and capabilities of the device. Operating expenses include the cost of batteries and regular maintenance, such as calibration and sensor replacement. Durability is an important consideration, especially for field use, where the device may be exposed to harsh conditions. Accuracy is crucial for reliable data, and users should ensure that the instrument meets their specific measurement requirements. Replacement and maintenance costs should also be factored into the overall cost of ownership.
from PCE Instruments / PCE Americas Inc.
PCE-COM 20 Conductivity Tester for Metals. Large measuring range up to 112% IACS or 65 MS/m with lift-off and temperature compensation, memory, PC-compatible software, factory calibration certificate and 60 kHz operating frequency. PCE-COM 20 is a portable handheld non-destructive conductivity... [See More]
- Form Factor: Hand Held ; Portable
- Instrument Specific Features: Automatic Temperature Compensation
- Water Quality Parameters: Water Quality Measurement Instrument
- Display Type: Digital
from Myron L Company
Readings You Can Count On. No water supply is completely pure. Every industrial, commercial, or natural source contains dissolved solids or salts. These impurities contribute to scale, corrosion, poor taste, and environmental pollution that endanger animal and plant life. Myron L ® Company has... [See More]
- Form Factor: Portable; Lab / Benchtop
- Accuracy: 0.2000
- Water Quality Parameters: Water Quality Measurement Instrument; pH; Measures Resistivity
- pH Measurement Features: pH Reference Electrode Input
from ABB Measurement & Analytics
The portable UviTec BOD/COD Field Meter provides simple and affordable testing of organic matter in water or wastewater output as biochemical oxygen demand (BOD) or chemical oxygen demand (COD). Operation is straight forward with accurate and repeatable results obtained in seconds. An optional... [See More]
- Form Factor: Portable; In-situ / Field
- Display Type: Digital
- Water Quality Parameters: Water Quality Measurement Instrument
- User Controls: Digital Front Panel
from DOD Technologies Inc.
Test your drinking water using EPA Method 537.1, which identifies 18 common PFAS analytes. This convenient kit provides everything you need to collect and return your samples to us from your work, home or other remote location. Our analytical lab will test and produce a professional, comprehensive... [See More]
- Form Factor: Portable; In-situ / Field
- Display Type: None
- Water Quality Parameters: Water Quality Measurement Instrument
- User Controls: None
from Arjay Engineering
The FluoroCheck II is a benchtop and transportable unit for discrete sample measurements of ppm hydrocarbons in water. Direct water samples for screening or an EPA approved hexane oil extraction method may be used. Benchtop and field monitoring of petroleum oils in: wastewater and groundwater. [See More]
- Form Factor: Portable; Lab / Benchtop
- Oil in Water Monitor: 0 to 500
- Water Quality Parameters: Water Quality Measurement Instrument; Oil/Water
- Display Type: Analog (optional feature); Digital; Video
from PCE Instruments / PCE Americas Inc.
The multi-parameter pH meter is a mobile measuring device for liquid analysis. This enables the most varied of measurements to be carried out with the multi-parameter pH meter. With this multi-parameter pH meter, for example, it is possible to determine alkalinity, chlorine, cyanuric acid or the pH... [See More]
- Form Factor: Hand Held ; Portable
- pH range: 6.5 to 8.4
- Water Quality Parameters: Water Quality Measurement Instrument; pH
- Accuracy: 0.1100
from Myron L Company
bull; FAST one-touch measurements for Conductivity, Mineral/Salt Concentration, TDS, ORP (REDOX), Free Chlorine, pH and Temperature. • SIMPLE user-intuitive prompts step you through Alkalinity, Hardness and LSI titrations (PS9). • CONVENIENT LSI Calculator accepts both grains and ppm... [See More]
- Form Factor: Hand Held ; Portable
- pH range: 0.0 to 14
- Water Quality Parameters: Water Quality Measurement Instrument; pH; Measures ORP/Redox; Measures Conductivity / Dissolved Solids; Suspended Solids
- Accuracy: 0.0100
from ABB Measurement & Analytics
The portable TOC/DOC Field Meter from UviTec provides simple and affordable testing of organic matter in water or wastewater output as total organic carbon (TOC) or dissolved organic carbon (DOC). Operation is straight forward with accurate and repeatable results obtained in seconds. An optional... [See More]
- Form Factor: Portable; In-situ / Field
- Display Type: Digital
- Water Quality Parameters: Water Quality Measurement Instrument
- User Controls: Digital Front Panel
from DOD Technologies Inc.
Test your drinking water using EPA Method 537.1, which identifies 18 common PFAS analytes. This process follows EPA Method 537.1 by adhering to all required steps set forth by the EPA for quality control and reporting capabilities. The kit includes everything you need to confidently collect and... [See More]
- Form Factor: Portable; In-situ / Field
- Display Type: None
- Water Quality Parameters: Water Quality Measurement Instrument
- User Controls: None
from PCE Instruments / PCE Americas Inc.
The multi-parameter pH meter is a mobile measuring device for liquid analysis. This means that the most varied of measurements can be carried out with the multi-parameter pH meter. With this multi-parameter pH meter it is possible, for example, to determine alkalinity, chlorine, cyanuric acid or the... [See More]
- Form Factor: Hand Held ; Portable
- pH range: 6.5 to 8.4
- Water Quality Parameters: Water Quality Measurement Instrument; pH
- Accuracy: 0.0100
from Myron L Company
NEW! FCE FAC Readings. The Myron L ® Company FCE function reports FAC quickly and accurately by measuring ORP, the chemical characteristic of chlorine that directly reflects its effectivity, cross referenced with pH. Both DPD kits and colorimeters may tell the user the FAC value of the sample in... [See More]
- Form Factor: Hand Held ; Portable
- pH range: 0.0 to 14
- Water Quality Parameters: Water Quality Measurement Instrument; pH; Measures ORP/Redox; Measures Conductivity / Dissolved Solids; Measures Resistivity; Suspended Solids
- pH Measurement Features: pH Reference Electrode Input; Temperature Measurement
from ABB Measurement & Analytics
The portable UviTec UV254 field meter leads the way in portable organics field testing for UVA and UV transmittance (UVT) at 254 nm. The meter utilizes UviTec's Split-Sense technology to compensate for lamp fluctuations and drift, enabling highly accurate and reliable results test after test. The... [See More]
- Form Factor: Portable; In-situ / Field
- Display Type: Digital
- Water Quality Parameters: Water Quality Measurement Instrument
- User Controls: Manual Operation
from DOD Technologies Inc.
Test your drinking water using EPA Method 533, which identifies 25 common PFAS analytes. This convenient kit provides everything you need to collect and return your samples to us from your work, home or other remote location. Our analytical lab will test and produce a professional, comprehensive... [See More]
- Form Factor: Portable; In-situ / Field
- Display Type: None
- Water Quality Parameters: Water Quality Measurement Instrument
- User Controls: None
from PCE Instruments / PCE Americas Inc.
The pH meter PCE-PHD 1-PH is for checking the water quality. The portable pH meter is very well suited for controlling the water parameter pH. [See More]
- Form Factor: Hand Held ; Portable
- pH range: 0.0 to 14
- Water Quality Parameters: Water Quality Measurement Instrument; pH
- Accuracy: 0.0200
from DOD Technologies Inc.
Test your drinking water using EPA Method 533, which identifies 25 common PFAS analytes. This process follows EPA Method 533 by adhering to all required steps set forth by the EPA for quality control and reporting capabilities. The kit includes everything you need to confidently collect and return... [See More]
- Form Factor: Portable; In-situ / Field
- Display Type: None
- Water Quality Parameters: Water Quality Measurement Instrument
- User Controls: None
from PCE Instruments / PCE Americas Inc.
The multi-parameter pH Meter is a mobile measuring device for liquid analysis. This means that the most varied of measurements can be carried out with the multi-parameter pH Meter. With this multi-parameter pH Meter it is possible, for example, to determine alkalinity, chlorine, cyanuric acid or the... [See More]
- Form Factor: Hand Held ; Portable
- pH range: 6.5 to 8.4
- Water Quality Parameters: Water Quality Measurement Instrument; pH
- Accuracy: 0.1100
from DOD Technologies Inc.
Test your non-potable water using EPA Method 1633, which identifies 40 common PFAS analytes. This convenient kit provides everything you need to collect and return your samples to us from your work, home or other remote location. Our analytical lab will test and produce a professional, comprehensive... [See More]
- Form Factor: Portable; In-situ / Field
- Display Type: None
- Water Quality Parameters: Water Quality Measurement Instrument
- User Controls: None
from PCE Instruments / PCE Americas Inc.
The multi-parameter pH meter is a mobile measuring device for liquid analysis. This means that the most varied of measurements can be carried out with the multi-parameter pH meter. [See More]
- Form Factor: Hand Held ; Portable
- pH range: 6.5 to 8.4
- Water Quality Parameters: Water Quality Measurement Instrument; pH
- Accuracy: 0.1100
from DOD Technologies Inc.
Test your non-potable water using EPA Method 1633, which identifies 40 common PFAS analytes. This process follows EPA Method 1633 by adhering to all required steps set forth by the EPA for quality control and reporting capabilities. The kit includes everything you need to confidently collect and... [See More]
- Form Factor: Portable; In-situ / Field
- Display Type: None
- Water Quality Parameters: Water Quality Measurement Instrument
- User Controls: None
from Lovibond® Tintometer®
Highlights. Watertight housing. Digital display. Rapid-dissolving tablets. Weight only approx. 100 g. For peace of mind, anyone owning a pool should carry out regular checks on the most important characteristics of the water in the pool (the so-called hygiene parameters). So the quality of the water... [See More]
- Form Factor: Hand Held ; Portable; In-situ / Field
- pH range: 6.5 to 8.4
- Water Quality Parameters: Water Quality Measurement Instrument; pH
- Accuracy: 0.2000
from Owlstone Inc.
Lonestar is a portable gas analyzer that can detect a broad range of analytes at part per billion concentrations, with high selectivity in just a few seconds. [See More]
- Form Factor: Portable; Lab / Benchtop; In-situ / Field
- pH Measurement Features: Temperature Measurement (optional feature)
- Water Quality Parameters: Water Quality Measurement Instrument; pH; Measures Conductivity / Dissolved Solids (optional feature)
- Instrument Specific Features: Controller Functionality
from Real Tech, Inc.
The portable BOD/COD Field Meter from Real Tech provides simple and affordable testing of organic matter in water or wastewater output as biochemical oxygen demand (BOD) or chemical oxygen demand (COD). Operation is straight forward with accurate and repeatable results obtained in seconds. An... [See More]
- Form Factor: Portable
- Display Type: Digital
- Water Quality Parameters: Water Quality Measurement Instrument
- User Controls: Manual Operation
from HF scientific
Designed to provide the ease of portability needed in the field with rugged durability, the MicroTPI is a necessity for anyone monitoring turbidity on the go. The shock-resistant carrying case holds everything necessary for field operation while the instrument itself removes easily to go wherever it... [See More]
- Form Factor: Portable
- Turbidity Range: 0.0 to 1100
- Water Quality Parameters: Water Quality Measurement Instrument; Turbidity
- Accuracy: 2 to 3
from Campbell Scientific, Inc.
The PVS4100C is a deluxe portable, battery-operated water sampler that deposits its water samples into one container. It uses our biggest sampler pump allowing it to support the fastest sampling rates and longest sampling distances. The PVS4100C includes a programmable controller with 16-key... [See More]
- Form Factor: Portable
- Instrument Specific Features: Controller Functionality
- Water Quality Parameters: Water Quality Measurement Instrument
- Display Type: Digital
from OMEGA Engineering, Inc.
The 6-in-1 PHH-126 meter was designed with a built-in rechargeable battery. The built-in battery can last approximately 3 years, with standard charging time of approximately 2 hours. The PHH-126 can measure 4 parameters including pH (probe sold separately), temperature, conductivity and TDS. This... [See More]
- Form Factor: Hand Held ; Portable; Modular; Wall Mount
- pH range: 0.0 to 14
- Water Quality Parameters: Water Quality Measurement Instrument; pH; Measures ORP/Redox; Measures Conductivity / Dissolved Solids
- Accuracy: 0.0100
from SWAN Analytical USA, INC.
Hand-held instrument for the determination of disinfectants, dissolved iron, dissolved aluminium and pH-value. Features. Photometer with state of the art microelectronics and clearly arranged display. Well-devised analytical set in portable case. Photometric determination of pH-value with phenolred. [See More]
- Form Factor: Hand Held ; Portable
- Display Type: Digital
- Water Quality Parameters: Water Quality Measurement Instrument
- User Controls: Digital Front Panel
from Lovibond® Tintometer®
SensoDirect Con110. The SensoDirect Con110 is a compact and versatile meter. The unit is extremely easy to use and is equipped as standard with a protective casing and built-in electrode holder. It is equipped with a LC display showing two or three decimal places and a measuring range either of... [See More]
- Form Factor: Hand Held ; Portable; In-situ / Field
- Conductivity Range: 1 to 19990
- Water Quality Parameters: Water Quality Measurement Instrument; Measures Conductivity / Dissolved Solids
- Accuracy: 3
from HF scientific
Designed to provide the rugged portability needed in the field with the accuracy demanded in the laboratory, the EPA accepted DRT-15CE has become a “must have ” for anyone monitoring turbidity on the go. The integral carrying case holds everything needed for field operation. With... [See More]
- Form Factor: Portable
- Turbidity Range: 0.0 to 1000
- Water Quality Parameters: Water Quality Measurement Instrument; Turbidity
- Accuracy: 1 to 10
from Campbell Scientific, Inc.
The PVS4120C is a light-weight, portable, battery-operated water sampler that deposits its water samples into one container. It includes a programmable controller with 16-key intuitive touch pad. The controller can accept a pulse input (e.g., rain gage), a 4- to 20-mA signal (e.g., flow meter), or... [See More]
- Form Factor: Portable
- Instrument Specific Features: Controller Functionality
- Water Quality Parameters: Water Quality Measurement Instrument
- Display Type: Digital
from OMEGA Engineering, Inc.
An upgraded version of our PHH-126, the PHH-127 has been designed to bring you the most advanced and most functional water tester in the market today. The PHH-127 has a built-in rechargeable battery with wall plug charger with a standard charging time of approximately 2 hours. It can measure 5... [See More]
- Form Factor: Hand Held ; Portable; Modular; Wall Mount
- pH range: 0.0 to 14
- Water Quality Parameters: Water Quality Measurement Instrument; pH; Measures ORP/Redox; Measures Conductivity / Dissolved Solids
- Accuracy: 0.1000
from SWAN Analytical USA, INC.
Hand-held instrument for the determination of disinfectants, dissolved iron, dissolved aluminium and pH-value. Features. Photometer with state of the art microelectronics and clearly arranged display. Well-devised analytical set in portable case. Photometric determination of pH-value with phenolred. [See More]
- Form Factor: Hand Held ; Portable
- pH range: 6.5 to 8
- Water Quality Parameters: Water Quality Measurement Instrument; pH
- Accuracy: -0.1000 to 0.1000
from Lovibond® Tintometer®
SensoDirect pH110. The SensoDirect pH110 is a high quality, portable, battery operated pH meter. The instrument is equipped as standard with protective casing and built-in electrode holder. The gel electrode of the SensoDirect pH110 is temperature resistant over the range 0 – 80 °C. It is... [See More]
- Form Factor: Hand Held ; Portable; In-situ / Field
- pH range: 0.0 to 14
- Water Quality Parameters: Water Quality Measurement Instrument; pH
- Accuracy: 0.0700
from Campbell Scientific, Inc.
The PVS4150C is a portable, battery-operated water sampler designed for easy transport. It deposits its water samples into one nine liter container. The PVS4150C includes a programmable controller with 16-key intuitive touch pad. The controller can accept a pulse input (e.g., rain gage), a 4- to... [See More]
- Form Factor: Portable
- Instrument Specific Features: Controller Functionality
- Water Quality Parameters: Water Quality Measurement Instrument
- Display Type: Digital
from OMEGA Engineering, Inc.
The DOB21 is a compact benchtop dissolved oxygen meter and a amperometric dissolved oxygen probe with automatic temperature compensation for field or laboratory applications. The unit measures dissolved oxygen in ppm or percent saturation and temperature in degrees Celsius. Programming is... [See More]
- Form Factor: Portable; Lab / Benchtop; In-situ / Field
- Dissolved O2 Range: 0 to 60
- Water Quality Parameters: Water Quality Measurement Instrument; DissolvedO2
- Accuracy: 0.0200
from SWAN Analytical USA, INC.
Hand-held instrument for the determination of disinfectants, dissolved iron, dissolved aluminium, pH-value and ORP/redox-potential. Features. Photo- and pH-combimeter with state of the art microelectronics and clearly arranged display. Well-devised analytical set in portable case. Choice between... [See More]
- Form Factor: Hand Held ; Portable
- pH range: 0.0 to 14
- Water Quality Parameters: Water Quality Measurement Instrument; pH
- Accuracy: -0.0100 to 0.0100
from Lovibond® Tintometer®
SensoDirect Salt110. The portable SensoDirect Salt110 provides fast, accurate readings and the convenience of a remote probe separately. The measuring range of this salt tester is 0 to 10 % salt ( % weight ). The SensoDirect Salt110 includes an automatic temperature compensation feature. The unit is... [See More]
- Form Factor: Hand Held ; Portable; In-situ / Field
- Instrument Specific Features: Automatic Temperature Compensation
- Water Quality Parameters: Water Quality Measurement Instrument
- Display Type: Digital
from Campbell Scientific, Inc.
The DOT600 Roadbed Water-Content Meter is used in construction applications to measure volumetric and gravimetric water content of samples of earthen material in roadbeds and foundations. Portability, along with quick and accurate measurements, make the DOT600 a valuable tool for evaluating roadbed... [See More]
- Form Factor: Portable
- Instrument Specific Features: Controller Functionality
- Water Quality Parameters: Water Quality Measurement Instrument
- Display Type: Digital
from OMEGA Engineering, Inc.
The model PHI-359 benchtop analyzer provides both ion concentration and pH measurements. In the ion measuring mode, the PHI-359 displays measurements in direct concentration values, eliminating the need for evaluating mV values. In the ion concentration calibrating mode, the meter calculates the... [See More]
- Form Factor: Portable; Lab / Benchtop
- pH range: 0.0 to 14
- Water Quality Parameters: Water Quality Measurement Instrument; pH; ISE Meter
- Accuracy: 0.0200
from SWAN Analytical USA, INC.
The portable AMI INSPECTOR is a complete on-line monitoring system mounted on a small panel with supporting stand and a rechargeable battery for stand-alone operation, designed as an inspection equipment for quality assurance of online, conductivity process monitors. Features. Conductivity... [See More]
- Form Factor: Portable
- Conductivity Range: 0.0550 to 1000
- Water Quality Parameters: Water Quality Measurement Instrument; Measures Conductivity / Dissolved Solids (optional feature)
- Accuracy: 1
from Lovibond® Tintometer®
The SensoDirect 150 is designed for multi purpose operation and measures pH/Redox, dissolved oxygen and conductivity/TDS. It incorporates an intuitive user interface, large, easy to read display and is supplied with a sturdy handy case with electrodes, buffer solution and accessories. Highlights. [See More]
- Form Factor: Hand Held ; Portable; In-situ / Field
- pH range: 0.0 to 14
- Water Quality Parameters: Water Quality Measurement Instrument; pH; Measures ORP/Redox; Measures Conductivity / Dissolved Solids; DissolvedO2
- Accuracy: 0.0200
from OMEGA Engineering, Inc.
The CDH221and CDH222 are ideal for quality control, agricultural industry, water conditioning, beverage, fish hatcheries, laboratory, universities and many other Industrial applications. These microprocessor based digital meters are rugged, portable units which are able to recognize and compensate... [See More]
- Form Factor: Portable; Lab / Benchtop
- Conductivity Range: 200 to 20000
- Water Quality Parameters: Water Quality Measurement Instrument; Measures Conductivity / Dissolved Solids
- Accuracy: 3
from SWAN Analytical USA, INC.
The portable AMI INSPECTOR is a complete monitoring system mounted on a small panel with supporting stand and a rechargeable battery for stand-alone operation, designed as an inspection equipment for quality assurance of online, trace oxygen process monitors. Features. Measurement range: 0.01ppb to... [See More]
- Form Factor: Portable
- Dissolved O2 Range: 0 to 20
- Water Quality Parameters: Water Quality Measurement Instrument; DissolvedO2
- Accuracy: 2.00E-4
from Lovibond® Tintometer®
SensoDirect pH200. pH / redox measurement and temperature measurement (Pt1000 or NTC 30kOhm). Automatic temperature compensation (ATC). Auto Hold function. Internal memory for 20 data sets. Automatic buffer recognition with Tintometer standard or DIN or individual buffer. 1, 2 and 3 point... [See More]
- Form Factor: Hand Held ; Portable; In-situ / Field
- pH range: 0.0 to 14
- Water Quality Parameters: Water Quality Measurement Instrument; pH; Measures ORP/Redox
- Accuracy: 0.2000
from OMEGA Engineering, Inc.
The CDH-720 and TDS-720 Series water-resistant conductivity/TDS meters are OMEGA ’s reply to requests of accurate, low maintenance process monitoring equipment at affordable costs. Four different models are available to cover all applications. Each meter is supplied with a direct 2 pin probe... [See More]
- Form Factor: Portable; In-situ / Field
- Conductivity Range: 0.0 to 9990
- Water Quality Parameters: Water Quality Measurement Instrument; Measures Conductivity / Dissolved Solids
- Accuracy: 2
from SWAN Analytical USA, INC.
The portable AMI INSPECTOR is a complete monitoring system mounted on a small panel with supporting stand and a rechargeable battery for stand-alone operation, designed as an inspection equipment for quality assurance of online, pH process monitors. Features. Measurement range: 1 to 12 pH. [See More]
- Form Factor: Portable
- pH range: 1 to 12
- Water Quality Parameters: Water Quality Measurement Instrument; pH
- Accuracy: -0.0100 to 0.0100