Water/Glycol PH testing

NYplumber

Something we don't see discussed often.



How do you test the ph levels of the water/glycol in your system? (Or do you not...?!)



Please post the method & supplies.





Thanks in advance.

kcopp

best method....

a refractomer. Ph strips are a ballpark but not super sure.

NYplumber

Make/model

I figured that's better than the strips from the pool supply.



What make and model do you have, & are you happy with yours?

icesailor

Refractometers:

I use this one. I've used it for years. Very good service on them if and when they go bad from being dropped and the prisms get out of alignment.



http://www.misco.com/products/7084VP%2B.html

NYplumber

PH

Thanks icesalor for the reply. I have a refractometer that works great, and now looking to add a ph tester to tool bag for in depth hydronic system checkups.

icesailor

PH Testing:

I have one in my bag. I'll get it out when I get home and tell you what kind it is. It is a common one. You need to keep a bottle of measured solution on hand. There's a name for it. I can't remember at this moment. Regent of something. It is a solution with a measured PH level and you can check the calibration with it. I got mine from my wholesaler and it is a nice one. I'm very happy with it. I don't get to use it all that much because most of the others around don't need to use them.

mjcromp

my tester

I use a eco testr Ph2. I bought it at a local gardening store. Works great, also purchase a bottle of solution.

icesailor

My tester:

My tester is a Hanna Instruments HI 98127. It has a replaceable sensor.