Hanna HI98168 Professional Portable Soil pH Meter

Hanna HI98168 Professional Portable Soil pH Meter – High-Precision pH Measurement in Soil and Agricultural Samples

The Hanna HI98168 Professional Portable Soil pH Meter is a rugged and highly accurate portable pH meter specifically designed for direct soil and substrate pH measurements in the field or laboratory. With a dedicated soil pH electrode, wide pH and temperature range, and multiple calibration options, this instrument ensures reliable and reproducible pH readings essential for soil health assessment and crop productivity.

Backed by Hanna’s advanced calibration system, GLP capabilities, and USB data transfer, the HI98168 is the perfect tool for agronomic professionals who demand precision and portability.

Key Features

• Engineered for Soil Testing
  Compatible with soil-specific pH electrodes for direct insertion or slurry measurements in agricultural, horticultural, and environmental applications.

• Wide pH and Temperature Measurement Range

  • pH Range: –2.000 to 20.000

  • Selectable Resolution: 0.1 / 0.01 / 0.001 pH

  • Accuracy: ±0.1 / ±0.01 / ±0.002 pH

  • Temperature Range: –20.0 to 120.0 °C

  • Temperature Accuracy: ±0.4 °C

• mV Functionality for ISE and ORP Measurements
  Supports ±2000 mV range with ±0.2 mV accuracy, allowing compatibility with ion-selective electrodes or ORP sensors.

• Five-Point Calibration with Custom Buffers
  Up to five calibration points, seven standard buffers (1.68 to 12.45), and five custom buffer options ensure flexibility and accuracy in variable field conditions.

• Automatic or Manual Temperature Compensation
  Maintains precision across changing temperatures in diverse climates and soil types.

• GLP Compliance and USB Data Export
  Review calibration status, slope, and date via GLP functionality and export data using opto-isolated USB connectivity with optional HI92000 software.

• Rugged, Waterproof Design for Field Use
  IP67-rated meter with 100% RH tolerance—ideal for harsh agricultural environments.

• Long Battery Life
  Powered by 4 x 1.5V AA batteries, offering up to 200 hours of continuous operation.

Technical Specifications

The HI98168 is ideal for:

• Soil and Agronomy Testing – pH monitoring in farms, greenhouses, or research plots

• Environmental Field Studies – Direct pH measurement in forest soil, wetlands, and restoration areas

• Composting and Waste Management – Tracking pH in organic waste and compost mixtures

• Irrigation Water and Soil Slurry Testing – Ensuring water quality and soil acidity balance

• Regulatory Compliance – GLP-enabled traceability for agricultural certification and research.