{"product_id":"digital-ec-tds-temperature-meter-ar8211-rechargeable-battery","title":"Digital  EC\/TDS \u0026 Temperature Meter (AR8211) - Rechargeable Battery","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eHaving this EC\/TDS and temperature meter (AR8211) in aquaponics, sandponics and hydroponics is crucial for measuring the strength or concentration of the nutrient solution. This meter takes the guesswork out of feeding plants, ensuring they receive the right amount of nutrients for optimal growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eEC vs. TDS\/PPM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eEC stands for Electrical Conductivity, which measures how well a material conducts electricity. In hydroponics, EC measures the amount of nutrients in the solution, primarily made up of mineral salts that are good conductors of electricity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eTDS stands for Total Dissolved Solids, measuring the number of dissolved solids in a liquid. In hydroponics, TDS is relevant because nutrients become the dissolved solids in the reservoir. The measurement is reported as PPM or 'Parts Per Million'.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eWhy EC is Preferred\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eIt's safer to use EC values to measure nutrients in the hydroponic reservoir. There are different ways to convert EC to PPM, which can result in varying measurements. Using EC ensures consistent and accurate results, regardless of the meter used.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eMeasuring TDS and EC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eBoth TDS and EC can be measured with. A TDS meter is essentially an EC meter with a built-in conversion system. However, the conversion factor used can vary, leading to different results. \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThis meter can measure both EC or TDS.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eRelationship Between TDS \u0026amp; EC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eTDS gives an accurate idea of the amount of solids dissolved in water, while EC provides a clear picture of the concentration of salts in water. In an aquaponics system, EC measurements are important for indicating the presence of salts, which can affect plant health.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eIn summary, having an EC\/TDS meter is essential for hydroponic and aquaponic\/sandponic growers to accurately measure the nutrient concentration in their systems. While both EC and TDS provide valuable information, EC is generally preferred due to its consistency and accuracy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eEC Resolution with 0.01.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eEC Range: 0~19.99 mS\/cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eTDS Range: 0~19.99 ppt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eEC Accuracy ±3% FS ±1 digit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eCalibration Buffer: 0, 1413uS, 12.88mS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eTemperature Range 0\u003cspan\u003e~\u003c\/span\u003e60C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eTemp Compensation: Automatic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eElectrode Type: 2 Pin K=1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eWaterproof Class IP 65\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eColour LCD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eLi 3.7V Rechargeable Battery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eSupplied With:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eSoft Zip-up case\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eStandard K=1 probe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eUSB Charging Cable and Manual\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Test Kits","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49092360175851,"sku":"DIGMET-ECTDS","price":795.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/8100\/8107\/files\/AR8211___67416.1716472260.1280.1280.jpg?v=1784730809","url":"https:\/\/myaquaponics.co.za\/products\/digital-ec-tds-temperature-meter-ar8211-rechargeable-battery","provider":"Myaquaponics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}