True color is caused by dissolved compounds in water. It can be natural or artificial. Dissolved and suspended solids (together) cause apparent color. Color is measured in Platinum-Cobalt units. The AWWA recommends ≤ 15 PCU.
The HI 727 Checker®HC is extremely simple to use. First, zero the instrument with deionized water. Next, prepare the sample according to the Apparent/True color measurement. Place the second vial with prepared sample into the Checker®HC, press the operational button and the HI 727 Checker®HC displays the color of water in PCU.
Order Information: HI 727 Checker®HC is supplied with sample cuvettes with caps (2 ea.), battery and instructions
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Specification :
Range | 0 to 500 PCU | |
Resolution | 5 PCU | |
Accuracy @ 25°C | ±5% of reading ±10 PCU | |
Light Source | LED @ 470 nm | |
Light Detector | silicon photocell | |
Environment | 0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F); RH max 95% non-condensing | |
Battery Type | (1) 1.5V AAA | |
Auto-off | After ten minutes of non-use | |
Dimensions | 81.5 x 61 x 37.5 mm (3.2 x 2.4 x 1.5”) | |
Weight | 64 g (2.25 oz.) | |
Method | adaptation of the Standard Methods for the Examination of Water and Wastewater, 21th edition, Colorimetric Platinum Cobalt method |