Hanna HI3820 Acidity (as CaCO3)

Hanna HI3820 Acidity (as CaCO3)

The Hanna HI3820 Acidity (as CaCO3)  is a chemical test kit designed for the quantitative determination of acidity in water samples, expressed as calcium carbonate (CaCO₃). Using a manual titration method with methyl orange and phenolphthalein indicators, this kit provides reliable results across two measurement ranges. It is ideal for environmental, industrial, and educational applications where monitoring water acidity is essential.

Key Features

• Dual Measurement Ranges:

  • 0–100 mg/L with a resolution of 1 mg/L

  • 0–500 mg/L with a resolution of 5 mg/L

• Methyl Orange / Phenolphthalein Indicators: Enable clear and reliable visual endpoint detection.

• Manual Titration Method: Trusted for accuracy and simplicity, with no instrumentation required.

• Complete and Ready-to-Use: Includes all reagents and equipment for performing approximately 110 tests.

• Portable and Sturdy: Weighs 910 g, suitable for both field testing and laboratory use.

Specifications

• Method: Manual titration

• Ranges:

  • 0–100 mg/L (smallest increment: 1 mg/L)

  • 0–500 mg/L (smallest increment: 5 mg/L)

• Chemical Method: Methyl-orange / Phenolphthalein

• Number of Tests: Approx. 110

• Weight: 910 g

• Analyte Detected: Acidity (as calcium carbonate, CaCO₃)

Applications

• Drinking and Industrial Water Testing: Ensures proper water treatment and corrosion control.

• Boiler and Cooling Systems: Helps manage water chemistry to prevent equipment damage.

• Environmental Monitoring: Tracks acid levels in natural water sources to assess pollution or runoff.

• Food and Beverage Industry: Assists in quality control where water acidity impacts production.

• Educational Laboratories: Excellent for teaching titration principles and water quality analysis.