Hach sensION+ 5060 Portable Platinum Conductivity Cell
Features
- Protected against harsh field conditions
- Heavy-duty electrode handle design optimized for field calibration and storage
- Ideal for conductivity measurements in general aqueous applications
- Free ground shipping
- Expedited repair and warranty service
- Lifetime technical support
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Overview
The Hach sensION+ 5060 Portable Platinum Conductivity Cell is a three-pole platinum conductivity cell with a polycarbonate body and built-in temperature sensor. It has a fixed 1-meter cable and MP5 connector dedicated for use with Hach sensION+ Portable Conductivity meters. The 5060 is ideal for conductivity measurements in general aqueous applications.
Design
The Hach sensION+ 5060 Portable Platinum Conductivity Cell's resilient poly-carbonate body, handle, and MP5 connecter ensure protected performance in the field. Its heavy-duty electrode handle design is optimized for field calibration and storage, as the tubes screw directly onto the electrode handle. This design provides a secure interface between the electrode and calibration/storage tube, reducing the risk of contamination.
- Material Sensor Body: Outside: Polycarbonate; Inside: Glass
- Measuring range conductivity: 0.2 µS/cm to 200 mS/cm
- Parameter: Conductivity
- Temperature Range: 0 to 80 °C
- Temperature range: pH: 0 to 80 °C
- Temperature Sensor: Pt 1000
In The News
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