Mine only came with buffer 4 and 7. Do I need to buy the 3rd buffer before I use it? This is not good. Even the cheap vivosun ph meter came with all 3 buffers and this one was 3x the cost.
@LikaPyramidАй бұрын
Does this process have to be carried out everytime you turn it on or only once before using it the first time?
@aperainstАй бұрын
As rule of thumb, we'd recommend calibrating the meter once every month.
@LikaPyramidАй бұрын
@@aperainst Okay thanks for the reply!
@teresae4268Ай бұрын
Hello, thank you for this tutorial! Could you please tell me what sequence I should use when calibrating, including a 1.68 pH buffer?
@teresae4268Ай бұрын
In case anyone has the same question, I spoke with Luke from Apera Instruments. He advised that for low acidic testing with the 1.68pH buffer, the calibration sequence should be: start with 7.00pH, followed by 1.68pH, and finish with 10.01pH, effectively replacing the 4.00pH buffer with the 1.68pH buffer. Be aware that if you calibrate for low acidity and you do not recalibrate the pH meter and then test something that needs to be within the 4.5-5.5pH range, the results may be slightly inaccurate. Hope this helps!
@aperainstАй бұрын
@@teresae4268 Thank you for sharing the info! Yes the recommended sequence is 7.00, 1.68, then 10.01. Always start with 7.00.
@hoshidakenko5796Ай бұрын
Die Anleitungen sind ein Graus und absolut widersprüchlich, ich denke, ich schicke es wieder zurück. Da sind mir Teststreifen für ein paar Euro lieber. 😞
@o.m.21882 ай бұрын
Hello, I'm using a SX610 PH-pen but sinse a while the temperature reading is no longer working properly. It still shows correct measurements as far as I can say but the temperature reading is always locked at 52,6°C. I already replaced the battery but it shows still the same 52.6° as soon as I switch it on. Does this mean I need to replace the sensor or do I need a whole new pen? Thanks in advance...
@aperainst2 ай бұрын
We are sorry to hear this issue happening to you. Yes, it is a sensor problem. Replacing the sensor (model SX615) will solve the problem for you.
@sau4732 ай бұрын
Does the application help in viewing the acid and base titration process curve?
@FatherNatureCNY3 ай бұрын
So, if water isn't for storage, how are the water drops that maybe in there when it's brand new any good for it??? I've always kept drips in my ph pen caps to keep diode from drying up. Wtf do I putting it then? Drops of ph 4 buffer???? Cuz it sure didn't come with storage solution and idk why tf ot wouldn't
@aperainst3 ай бұрын
Hello! We are sorry about the confusion there. Leaving a few water droplets is only for maintaining a humid atmosphere in the probe cap to prevent the pH membrane from drying out. It’s different from soaking/immersing the pH probe in water, which is going to damage the probe gradually. Using 3M KCl soaking solution to store the pH probe is the best practice that can keep the pH sensor at its optimal condition. As people might not always have 3M KCl on hand, the alternative is soaking the probe in pH 4 buffer. When you don’t have pH 4 buffer on hand either, leaving a few water droplets in the cap is going to be much better than dry storage. To put it simply, there is a ranking for pH probe storage method, from worst to best: soaking in pure water like tap or drinking water (Very bad) --> dry storage (Bad) --> leaving a few water droplets in the probe cap (OK) --> soaking in pH 4 buffer (good) --> soaking in 3M KCl soaking solution (best). Hope you can find this info helpful.
@FatherNatureCNY3 ай бұрын
@aperainst definitely thanks! So some drops of well water is OK to keep moisture if I use the meter every day?
@aperainst2 ай бұрын
@@FatherNatureCNY yes absolutely.
@FatherNatureCNY2 ай бұрын
@aperainst hey I have this new meter that I got when we were talking about storage...hlf the time I open the case,take it out and hit the button, and it doesn't turn on. That sucks, because what am I supposed to do the whole time this is in the mail going back to u guys AND the time it takes for a replacement to reach me? This sucks. And it won't turn on right now at all. I finally after 3½ yrs of using cheap junk throw away meters, went for it and bought an apera instrument. And here I am lol what am I supposed to do about this? Email?
@FatherNatureCNY2 ай бұрын
@aperainst even the day I got it, I calibrated it. There was a couple times it shut off before I could dip into the 7 solution, to water,and to the 4ph. Couple times I had to hit the power button a few times cuz it wouldn't turn on. Now it's still not turning on with 50 gallons of plant food mixed up for use this evening. It's an expensive mix every Friday believe me. This is about to go to waste I have a feeling🤬
@GeezerBoy653 ай бұрын
I am losing faith in this company already. I have my new tester but ...On this official channel they don't even respond to questions from months ago. What is WRONG with these people??
@aperainst3 ай бұрын
Hello! Thank you very much for your feedback. We are very sorry about the delayed response on this KZbin channel. And we will do our best to improve the efficiency in responding. In the meantime, should you have any urgent inquries, you can always give us a call at +1 (614) 2853080 from 9AM to 6PM Mon to Fri New York TIme.
@humungus4206Ай бұрын
This is a serious company whose main customers aren't there yutubue viewers what do you expect them to do, pay someone to respond to comments quicker, hardly worth it for them
@humungus4206Ай бұрын
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@gerardsitja3 ай бұрын
After a year of use looking really well after it I can no longer calibrate, as the reading of the 7 buffer reads as Ph 8 and wont calibrate, it throw the error er1.. Any solutions or I need to get a new prove/device!? If so I am very disappointed with the product! The only reason I choose you it was cos I though yours will be better, but it did not last more than any regular 20$.. Not worth the extra 40$ by any means.
@aperainst3 ай бұрын
We are sorry to hear this happening to you. It could be due to contaminated buffers, aged probe, or malfunctioning instrument...we need to test on the product to identify the root cause. You can go to support.aperainst.com to submit a RMA ticket. One of our technical support will be in touch to help you resolve the problem.
@unknownnnn9623 ай бұрын
Hi! I have EC60 one and there is reading display issue. When I turn it on, the blue colour appear but no number. Do I have to replace the probe or something else ? Thank you.
@aperainst3 ай бұрын
Yes please contact us for warranty fulfillment. You can submit an RMA ticket at support.aperainst.com or we can be reached at +6142853080 or [email protected].
@moreinfo80373 ай бұрын
very nice and practical meter we are using from last 3 years without any defect
@Pipu1223 ай бұрын
We're to get ph 10.1 buffer solution
@aperainst3 ай бұрын
You can buy them from Amazon or aperainst.com
@bejdskincareessentials24674 ай бұрын
I have one too and Im having hard time to cALIBRATE IT
@AnUndisclosedLocation4 ай бұрын
People, if you follow this fool's advice you'll damage your probe. You can see the fool banging those probes against the beakers...which you should never do, they are delicate scientific instruments, and it'll fuck them up.
@mentesinmente76664 ай бұрын
I have a problem with my Apera PC60 meter. When I set it to conductivity units, it jumps from 1.600 to 2.5 without showing readings like 1.700 or 1.800. It only jumps from one to the other. What could be happening?
@mentesinmente76664 ай бұрын
I have a problem with my Apera PC60 meter. When I set it to conductivity units, it jumps from 1.600 to 2.5 without showing readings like 1.700 or 1.800. It only jumps from one to the other. What could be happening?
@mentesinmente76664 ай бұрын
I have a problem with my Apera PC60 meter. When I set it to conductivity units, it jumps from 1.600 to 2.5 without showing readings like 1.700 or 1.800. It only jumps from one to the other. What could be happening?
@aperainst3 ай бұрын
When the reading is greater than 2000 µS, the unit will be automatically converted to mS. 1 mS = 1000µS. For example, if the reading is 2500µS, the display will be 2.5 mS on the screen.
@dirtykobra55754 ай бұрын
Are the solutions a one time use? Also can I use calibration solutions from other brands or does it have to be from apera only?I haven’t found any answers to this one yet. Thank!
@aperainst4 ай бұрын
pH 4 and 7 buffer solutions are good for up to 10 times of calibration as long as they are not expired or contaminated.
@ferminsantos18405 ай бұрын
1. What does "pure water" means? distilled water? drinking water?.... And 2. The 3M KCL solution can be returned back into its bottle after use?
@aperainst4 ай бұрын
pure water refers to distilled water/RO water/deionized water
@bartoski-ag5 ай бұрын
is it accurate for rain water? because the oakton ph2+ is way off
@aperainst3 ай бұрын
It depends on how clean your rain water is. If the conductivity of your rain water is very low (<20µS), it could take longer to get a stable reading. Sokaing the probe in pH 4 buffer for 10 seconds before testing can help speed up the stabilization.
@arturocm97586 ай бұрын
Do i need to store the meter with KCL solution?
@aperainstАй бұрын
Yes it's a recommended practice to store the probe in 3M KCl solution to keep its optimal condition.
@Tonyrosaspestañas5 күн бұрын
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@arturocm97585 күн бұрын
@@Tonyrosaspestañas yes I ended up doing the same and always is ready to read thanks
@Goblinterps6 ай бұрын
When I go to do the 2nd in 4.0. It's just keeps flashing between 4 and 10 and the reading is stuck on 7
@homewordbound49706 ай бұрын
Apera is pathetic for having adds on tutorials 😢
@homewordbound49706 ай бұрын
Ads on Apera videos is pathetic 😢
@kyleh53567 ай бұрын
If you can’t use tap water to store does regular bottled water work if I’m using the ph tester atleast once a week
@aperainst7 ай бұрын
Please do not use any water to soak/store the pH probe as it will damage the probe over time. For soaking the probe, please use the 3M KCL solution.
@isaiaguilera62793 ай бұрын
@@aperainstboiled or bottled water?
@aperainst3 ай бұрын
@@isaiaguilera6279 Please do not use any water to soak/store the pH probe as it will damage the probe over time. For soaking the probe, please use the 3M KCL solution.
@aperainst3 ай бұрын
A few water droplets in the probe cap is totally fine and helps prevent the probe from being dried out. But never soak the probe in pure water. Only use 3M KCl for soaking.
@aperainst3 ай бұрын
Storage practice ranking from worst to best: soaking in pure water < store dry < store with a few droplets in the probe cap < soaking in pH buffer < soaking in 3M KCl
@WebeloZappBrannigan8 ай бұрын
Could you please clarify the part regarding storage? First of all the video says that for short term storage, just make sure there's some water droplets in the cap but then moments later, it says never store it in water. 1. When storing with water droplets in the cap, does it matter what type of water? 2. If water droplet storage is for short term use, why is the pH meter sold with drops of water in the cap rather than storage solution, if the meter could be sitting round for a long time before it is sold?... Does storage with water droplets vs. storage solution, just effect how long the probe can be stored without need for recalibrating or does it affect the health of the bulb in the long term? 3. When it says never store in water, am I to take it that the video means never store it submerged in water as you would with storage solution? Thank you.
@aperainst3 ай бұрын
1. Water droplets are added before the new product leaves factory just to keep a minimally required humid atmosphere for the probe. In terms of water type, using tap water or drinking water is good.
@aperainst3 ай бұрын
2. Soaking in 3M KCl for long term storage is the best practice for the pH probe. It will ensure the probe to have its optimal performance. The reason we didn't add KCl in the probe cap when the meter leaves factory is because the solution could leak out during transportation and people might think this is not in new condition. Storing with a few drops of water can prevent the pH probe from being dried out, but it's not going to maintain the probe at its best condition.
@aperainst3 ай бұрын
3. Yes you are right. Never soak the probe in pure water because it can damage the probe's reference system and cause measurement inaccuracy in the long term. For probe soaking, please use 3M KCl.
@WebeloZappBrannigan3 ай бұрын
@@aperainst Thank you for the responses. Since posting my original comment, I have researched the topic myself. So for the sake of further clarifying the issues around storage, and the use of various types of water, could you please confirm whether the following is correct? From my research, I've found out that the probe is comprised of layers of semi permiable glass, between which is an electrolyte solution. The exact composition of this solution can vary from manufacturer to manufacturer. When you store the probe in tap water that has a different balance and composition of electrolytes, or worse yet, distilled or de-ionized water that is very low / free of electrolytes, the solution inside the probe can be leeched out. Which can damage the bulb and the sensor (1). Further more, storing the probe in the wrong type of storage solution can also cause the balance and composition of the solution inside the bulb to change. Which is why you should always use the storage solution that the manufacturer recommends. A few drops of water in the cap will help maintain a moist environment in the short term, and any leeching of the solution in the bulb should be minimal due to the minimal contact between the bulb and the water... but the bulb can dry out over time. Which is why for long term storage, it should be submerged in the recommended storage solution. Would you say the above three paragraphs are correct? I do have one follow up question, which I've never been able to find a definitive answer to... (1) Does the solution inside the bulb drying or having it's electrolyte levels reduced actually damage the bulb / sensor, or does it just make it inaccurate?
@aperainst3 ай бұрын
@@WebeloZappBrannigan The above three paragraphs are correct, very well written. For the follow-up question, the electrolyte inside the glass bulb (inner reference solution) will not be dried out and it won't be reduced, as it's sealed inside and does not contact anything. What will be reduced is the outer reference electrolyte, which contacts with and slowly goes into your tested solutions. When we talk about a pH probe's aging problem, the lack of outer reference electrolyte and the reduced sensitivity of the glass membrane are the two main reasons.
@PlantManCheeseHead8 ай бұрын
I appreciate the video tutorial. Im all set up!
@sugargraham68688 ай бұрын
I just need to know how to reset my apera 20 ph meter
@sugargraham68688 ай бұрын
Can you please tell me how to reset my apera 20 ph meter
@sugargraham68688 ай бұрын
Can you please tell me how to restart mine???😢
@diabetekAFA9 ай бұрын
Hello, I have the Storage solution 3M-KCl and I have filled the cap of my PH tester with the solution to the fill line. But do you need to put the probe of the PH meter always in the storage solution or just overnight? Thanks
@aperainst9 ай бұрын
Always storing the ph probe when it's not in use is the best practice.
@diabetekAFA9 ай бұрын
@@aperainst thanks for the info, I have stored the ph probe in the Storage solution 3M-KCl when I'm not using the PH tester.
@jameswilliford54785 ай бұрын
I wouldn't do that as above and in their tutorial they say only store in the KCL solution for long term storage and not if you use it daily or weekly. They also say store it in the ph 4 buffer solution or with just a few drops of pure (distilled water) in the cap to maintain humidity. Now I am confused too as I've heard not to store in the buffer solution and not to store in distilled water. But they're saying the KCL is just for long term storage or restoring a dried out probe.
@diabetekAFA5 ай бұрын
@@jameswilliford5478 Damn all those different stuff. I just store it in the KCL solution. I guess if it's good for long term storage or restoring a dried out probe, it's good for short term storage too. Better storing it in KCL solution then nothing att all. So how do you store your PH tester?
@dezignertreez9 ай бұрын
Do I store this dry ?
@aperainst9 ай бұрын
Yes you can store it dry or store it in tap water
@Stefusch2 ай бұрын
@@aperainst someone said to store it in distilled water. My tap water has a ph of 7,8 and the EC 0,2. What’s recommended? Storing it dry, in tap water or distilled water??
@aperainstАй бұрын
@@Stefusch Store your conductivity probe in clean tap water is totally fine. Distilled water will also do the job, but not necessary.
@jpthsd9 ай бұрын
Do I need to calibrate before any pH test?
@aperainst9 ай бұрын
No. Typically one calibration can hold the accuracy for about a month. But you can always check the accuracy by testing the fresh buffer, if there is discrepancy, you can calibrate the meter to get it right.
@kwak9169 ай бұрын
When calibrating at step 3 (1st point calibration), does the bigger number need to be exactly 7.00 or 6.86 as indicated in the bullet points at the bottom of step 6? Or is there some wiggle room there?
@aperainst9 ай бұрын
The bigger number is the actual real-time reading of the buffer. Usually, it won't be exactly 7.00 or 6.86, which is why the meter needs to be calibrated.
@kwak9168 ай бұрын
@@aperainst thank you much appreciated
@Greenfarmer2510 ай бұрын
Need a tutorial for the tds20 instrument!
@saint8510 ай бұрын
I have this pen can I replace the prob my pen is not working
@aperainst10 ай бұрын
You can send the unit back to our facility at 6656 Busch Blvd, Columbus, Ohio 43229. One of our technicans can help you replace the probe for PH20.
@hilbeenmisho587110 ай бұрын
Hello thank you for your welo explained video, i have a question,i got my apera pH meter today , i don't have distilled water or deionised water can i wash the probe with drinking water?
@aperainst10 ай бұрын
Yes, that is ok. Make sure you remove excessive water by shaking off or using a microfiber cloth or Kimwipe to blot dry gently. Never rub the glass membrane.
@mariehuana568311 ай бұрын
Thank you for this video. I am looking for a pH-Meter for the Lab. For cosmetics and skincare products, especially for Creams and Lotions. Would be the spear glas sensor ideal for this? Because we always have the problem that it's hard to clean the sensors after thicker creams.....But this one looks really good, and that's what I like the most. Thank you in advance.
@aperainst11 ай бұрын
Yes, this PH60S spear pH tester is great for cosmetics and skincare products. For cleaning the sensor after testing thick creams, we recommend using a soft brush with soapy water to thoroughly clean off the residue.
@Anuraranjith-w8i11 ай бұрын
P2 as 200 ok
@michelm.670411 ай бұрын
Hello. Can I rinse the probe of this Ph meter in demineralized water instead of distilled water ? Thanks ;)
@aperainst11 ай бұрын
Yes demineralized or deionized water is perfect.
@michelm.670411 ай бұрын
@@aperainst thank you ;)
@NicaraguaPhoto11 ай бұрын
Just received Apera PH20 pH Tester.....did calibration....7.00 worked fine but 4.00 came out as 3.9, not 4.0.
@sir65919 ай бұрын
So jusr know its .1 off
@elliottdebell7783 Жыл бұрын
What a brilliant video, I’ve got through so many probes… I was storing it in the KCL solution 😮! I’m not good with reading instructions so this video makes everything clear and concise. Much appreciated. Easily the best pen on the market at this price range. Could I ask what is best to store the probe in (water droplets) should they be tap water or deionised water? Auto hold is very useful also. Didn’t know it had it. 👍🏼 just as I thought I had mastered it the the ec meter has started reading 0 for no reason. It’s a new pen. Followed the instruction to the T not having a lot of luck.
@aperainst11 ай бұрын
Thank you very much for your feedback! Tap water for water droplets is fine, but if you have distilled water or deionized water on hand, it'd be even better as they are much cleaner.
@elliottdebell778311 ай бұрын
@@aperainst perfect yes I have deionised water, any ideas I could try as the ec meter just reads zero. I did leave it in storage solutions for 12 hours. Could that have damaged it.
@aperainst11 ай бұрын
No. You should be fine.@@elliottdebell7783
@thombaz Жыл бұрын
Can I or should I store it in kcl solution long term? I don't really understand this as it seeems like all the ph meter use the same techology. Still some say store it in kcl solution all the time, some say it need to be humid, or in water and some do not say anything at all. It's a pricey stuff and I want to have it the longest lifespan as it can.
@aperainst11 ай бұрын
For long term storage (>1 month) or restoring a dried-out pH probe, we'd recommend storing in 3M KCl soaking solution. But if you use the meter frequently (like daily or weekly), keep the storage cap wet with pure water or soak in pH 4 buffer solution will do the job.
@thombaz11 ай бұрын
@@aperainst Thank you!
@sendoholic4205 ай бұрын
@@aperainstok thank you, but what do you mean with „pure water“
@aperainst4 ай бұрын
@@sendoholic420 pure water refers to distilled water/RO water/deionized water
@Gandalf0281 Жыл бұрын
Hi guys, have a question. When Im trying to calibrate in the first 7ph solution, my ph meter show 6.9ph and 6 on the botton of the screen insted of 7. Seems like its not calibrating. Could you provide me any solution?
@aperainst Жыл бұрын
You have changed the calibration standard series to NIST instead of USA by accident. It's an easy fix. Just go ahead and change it back to USA standard at settings P1. Please refer to 03:33 in the video on how to change the settings.😄
@Gandalf0281 Жыл бұрын
@@aperainst Thans for a quick reply, fixed now :).
@davidl7134 Жыл бұрын
I swear this vidoe was worthless how do you get from ph to tds mode?????
@aperainst Жыл бұрын
The PH20 Tester only measures pH. It doesn't support tds measurement. Here are some pf our models that support pH and TDS dual measurement: PC60, PC60-Z, GroStar GS4.
@davidl7134 Жыл бұрын
How to get into tds mode i am stuck on ph mode
@NoneYaBiz511 ай бұрын
The PH20 ONLY reads pH.
@Cal-Capone Жыл бұрын
So you didn’t even dry the probe after rinsing it in water and you put it straight into the solution bottles…someone clearly doesn’t know what they are doing
@markoxendine9748 Жыл бұрын
When you say pure water are you talking about distilled or RO water or just tap water ????
@aperainst Жыл бұрын
Preferably distilled water. RO water is also fine. Tap water is not recommended.