MyronLMeters.com Announces the Myron L Ultrapen PT1

TweetMyronLMeters.com today announced the imminent release of a new Myron L product, the Myron L Ultrapen PT1, a reliable, easy-to-use pen-style meter that measures 3 parameters – conductivity, TDS, and salinity. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE San Diego, California, United States of America(Free-Press-Release.com) February 27, 2011 – MyronLMeters.com today announced the arrival of a new Myron L product, the [...]

MyronLMeters.com today announced the imminent release of a new Myron L product, the Myron L Ultrapen PT1, a reliable, easy-to-use pen-style meter that measures 3 parameters – conductivity, TDS, and salinity.

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San Diego, California, United States of America(Free-Press-Release.com) February 27, 2011 –

MyronLMeters.com today announced the arrival of a new Myron L product, the Myron L Ultrapen PT1, a reliable, easy-to-use pen-style meter that measures 3 parameters – conductivity, TDS, and salinity.

“The Myron L Ultrapen PT1 will be available soon

Myron L Ultrapen Conductivity TDS Salinity Meter

at MyronLMeters.com,” said James Rutan, president, “and it’s going to be a great seller. The Pocket Tester’s convenience, durability, accuracy, and reliability are unmatched in the industry. It comes complete with a battery installed (and an extra), holster, lanyard, scoop, and instructions. The Myron L PT1 is waterproof, has fully secured circuitry and, as always, MyronLMeters.com has made it easy to order. At MyronLMeters.com, you get a 10% discount…just for ordering online. In addition, all Myron L meters in stock will ship the next business day. The quality of the Ultrapen PT1 and the company’s great reputation for reliable meters is sure to make this a big hit. It even looks great!”

Myron L meters are renowned for their accuracy, reliability, and ease of use, and have applications in automatic rinse tank controls, boiler and cooling towers, circuit board cleanliness testing, deionized water, environmental applications, fountain solutions, dialysis, horticulture, hydroponics, ORP (oxidation reduction potential)/Redox, pool and spa, reverse osmosis, textiles.

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What Is Conductivity?

TweetConductivity is the ability of a material to transmit energy in the form of electricity or heat. In water quality terms, it indicates how much conductive material is in the water. The higher the conductivity measurement, the more conductive material is in the water. The standard unit of measure for conductivity is Siemens per meter [...]

Conductivity is the ability of a material to transmit energy in the form of electricity or heat. In water quality terms, it indicates how much conductive material is in the water. The higher the conductivity measurement, the more conductive material is in the water.

The standard unit of measure for conductivity is Siemens per meter (S/m).

The siemens (symbol: S) is a unit of electric conductance and electric admittance. Conductance and admittance are the reciprocals of resistance and impedance respectively, hence one siemens is equal to the reciprocal of one ohm, and is sometimes referred to as the mho. It is named after the German inventor and industrialist Ernst Werner von Siemens. In English, the term siemens is used both for the singular and plural.

When testing water quality for conductivity measurements, you will hear terms like microsiemens, micromhos, millisiemens, and millimhos.

-Microsiemens (uS) is the same as the micromhos (umhos).

-Millisiemens (mS) is the same as millimhos (mmhos).

These units of measure operate the same way as metric distance measures. The meter is short and the kilometer is long, but they both measure distance. Microsiemens and millisiemens work the same way. 1 millisiemen is equal to 1000 microsiemens.

Different materials conduct electricity differently – this principle applies to dissolved materials, as well. If you have a tablespoon of sodium chloride (table salt) and dump it in a glass of pure water, then take another tablespoon of potassium chloride salts and dump it in another glass of pure water, the conductivity measurements from the two glasses will be different.

Some typical conductivity measurements of water:

Ultra pure water: 0.05 – 1.0 microsiemens

Drinking water: 200 – 500 microsiemens

Seawater: 30,000 – 50,000 microsiemens

It is important to use a conductivity meter that can test different salt types and properly compensate for temperature differences in order to get the most accurate conductivity measurements.

To learn about Conductivity vs. TDS, check out this blog post:  http://blog.myronlmeters.com/archive/5

MyronLMeters.com Announces the Arrival of the Myron L Ultrameter III 9P

MyronLMeters.com today announced the arrival of a new Myron L product, the Myron L Ultrameter III, a reliable, easy-to-use meter that measures 9 parameters – conductivity, resistivity, TDS, alkalinity, hardness, saturation index, ORP/free chlorine, pH and temperature.

MyronLMeters.com today announced the arrival of a new Myron L product, the , Myron L Ultrameter III 9P , a reliable, easy-to-use meter that measures 9 parameters – conductivity, resistivity, TDS, alkalinity, hardness, saturation index, ORP/free chlorine, pH and temperature.

“The Ultrameter III is available right now at MyronLMeters.com,” said James Rutan, president. “We’ve made it easy to order, offer great training videos, technical bulletins, manuals, and a 10% discount…just for ordering online. In addition, all Myron L Meters in stock will ship the next business day. The quality of the Ultrameter III and the company’s great reputation for reliable meters is sure to make this a big hit. Don’t forget – this new Ultrameter has wireless data transfer capability when you buy the bluDock.  Expect about a 10 day lead time for a week or so.”

MyronLMeters.com carries the full line of Ultrameter III accessories, including the Ultrameter III 9PTK AHL Titration kit, soft protective case, replacement sensors, and the full line of standard solutions and buffers – all at a 10% discount when you order online.

Myron L meters are renowned for their accuracy, reliability, and ease of use, and have applications in automatic rinse tank controls, boiler and cooling towers, circuit board cleanliness testing, deionized water, environmental applications, fountain solutions, dialysis, horticulture, hydroponics, ORP (oxidation reduction potential)/Redox, pool and spa, reverse osmosis, textiles.

MyronLMeters.com has a well-established web presence on Facebook, Gravatar, Twitter, Squidoo, LinkedIn, and WordPress. MyronLMeters.com encourages customers to join them on these sites for special offers and discounts.

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How Water Quality Affects Greenhouse Crops

Tweet If you are a greenhouse grower then you are most likely familiar with the importance of proper water quality for your crops. Water quality can easily be determined by taking measurements periodically. It is important to use accurate and reliable equipment to perform the measurements. A wide selection of high quality conductivity testers and [...]

If you are a greenhouse grower then you are most likely familiar with the importance of proper water quality for your crops. Water quality can easily be determined by taking measurements periodically. It is important to use accurate and reliable equipment to perform the measurements. A wide selection of high quality conductivity testers and hydroponic pH testers can be found here at an affordable price.

To determine the suitability of water for irrigation you can easily take measurements of the Electrical Conductivity (EC) and the Sodium Adsorption Ratio (SAR). In general, the higher the EC and SAR, the less suitable the water is for irrigation. Irrigation using water with high sodium adsorption ratio may require soil amendments to prevent long-term damage to the soil.

SAR measurements are provided with laboratory analysis of the water. However, EC measurements can be made using a portable EC meter. The Myron L AG6/pH was specifically designed as a pH and conductivity tester for greenhouse crops.

As a rule of thumb, the water is considered borderline and its use can present problems if conductivity values are higher than 0.8 millisiemens/cm (mS) and SAR is over 4. If the conductivity measurement is below 0.8 mS and the SAR measurement is below 4, the water is suitable for greenhouse irrigation. Particular management practices should be used when water is outside the acceptable limits. This might include using a growing medium with excellent drainage, leaching with every watering and compensating the sodium with calcium and magnesium.

If galvanized steel is used throughout the greenhouse and water is reclaimed for irrigation, it is a good idea to check the amount of Zinc in the water and make nutrient correction accordingly.

Many greenhouses use drip irrigation systems, which are efficient and low maintenance, but nozzles can become clogged by hard water. Check for high levels of bicarbonates (above 100 ppm) in the water and neutralize with the appropriate acids.

There are many factors that affect water quality and greenhouse crop growth. Consult your fertilizer manufacturer for recommendations on proper nutrient levels.

Conductivity to TDS Conversion

TweetThe TDS to Conductivity correlation is non-linear and no single multiplier can determine the relationship. Therefore, a simple conversion table has been established to help you determine an approximate conversion factor. Different types of salt have a different conductance value. The table below shows the three standard salts types. To simplify this conversion, Myron L [...]

The TDS to Conductivity correlation is non-linear and no single multiplier can determine the relationship. Therefore, a simple conversion table has been established to help you determine an approximate conversion factor.

Different types of salt have a different conductance value. The table below shows the three standard salts types. To simplify this conversion, Myron L has developed Conductivity/TDS meters that allow you to select the different salt types and does the conversion for you automatically. Take a look at the Ultrameter II 4P or the Techpro II TP1.

TDS 442 – This solution best represents natural freshwater. The Myron L Company developed the 442 standard nearly 50 years ago. It is still the world’s most accepted standard.

TDS NACL – This sodium chloride solution best represents seawater, brackish water, or other high saline solution.

KCL TDS – This potassium chloride solution is a very stable salt and is an international calibration standard for conductivity measurements.

All of these different solution types are available here at an affordable price.