Hach Nitrate/Nitrite Color Disc Test Kit
Features
- Continuous-gradient color wheel for fast, accurate comparisons
- Accurate to +/-10% or +/- the smallest increment, subject to individual color perception
- Kits use a blank as a reference in color comparison, compensating for color in the sample
- Free ground shipping
- Expedited repair and warranty service
- Lifetime technical support
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Overview
Hach Nitrate/Nitrite Model NI-12 Color Disc Test Kit features a continuous-gradient color wheel for fast, accurate comparisons. The continuous color provides higher levels of accuracy. The Hach nitrate/nitrite color disc test kit also uses a blank as a reference in color comparison, compensating for color in the sample.
Mechanics
Simply react the sample, then insert the blank and the sample into the holder. Rotate the color wheel to obtain a color match between the blank and the reacted sample. Accuracy for color disc kits is typically +/- 10% or +/- the smallest increment, subject to individual color perception.
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