Apera | EC60 Premium EC/TDS/Salinity Pocket Tester Kit

⚡ Apera Instruments EC60 Premium EC/TDS/Salinity Pocket Tester Kit – Waterproof EC Meter for Hydroponics

The Apera Instruments EC60 Premium EC/TDS/Salinity Pocket Tester Kit is a waterproof EC meter that measures EC (conductivity), TDS, salinity and temperature – made for accurate hydroponic nutrient solution testing.

With a BPB (Brush-Resistant Platinum Black) conductivity sensor, automatic calibration with buffer recognition and Automatic Temperature Compensation (ATC), the Apera Instruments EC60 helps growers keep nutrient strength right where it should be. The complete kit includes conductivity standard solutions, so you can calibrate and start testing straight out of the case.

⚙️ Key Features

• 4-in-1 tester – EC, TDS, salinity and temperature
• BPB (Brush-Resistant Platinum Black) conductivity sensor
• Replaceable probe design
• Automatic calibration with buffer recognition – 1–3 points
• Automatic Temperature Compensation (ATC) – 0–50°C
• Adjustable TDS factor – 0.40 to 1.00
• Large dual-reading LCD – blue backlight for measurement, green for calibration
• Stable reading indicator – smiley icon
• Auto HOLD function
• IP67 waterproof – and it floats
• Up to 1000 hours battery life

🌿 Ideal For

• Hydroponic nutrient solutions and reservoirs
• Drinking water
• Pools and spas
• Aquaculture
• Water treatment and wastewater monitoring

📦 What's in the Box?

• Apera Instruments EC60 Pocket EC/TDS/Salinity Tester
• 1413 µS conductivity standard solution 50mL
• 12.88 mS conductivity standard solution 50mL
• Calibration bottles
• 4 x AAA batteries
• Lanyard
• Portable carrying case

📏 Technical Specifications

⚡ EC / Conductivity

• Range: 0–200.0 µS/cm, 0–2000 µS/cm, 0–20.00 mS/cm
• Resolution: 0.1 / 1 µS, 0.01 mS
• Accuracy: ±1% F.S.
• Calibration: Automatic 1–3 point
• Temperature compensation: Automatic 0–50°C

💧 TDS

• Range: 0.1 ppm to 10.00 ppt
• TDS factor: Adjustable, 0.40 to 1.00

🌊 Salinity

• Range: 0 to 10.00 ppt

🌡️ Temperature

• Range: 0–50°C (32–122°F)
• Resolution: 0.1°C
• Accuracy: ±0.5°C

💻 Display & System

• 2-colour backlit LCD with 180° viewing angle
• Dual display: temperature plus EC / TDS / salinity
• HOLD function and smiley stability indicator
• Self-diagnosis system
• Low battery warning (flashing battery icon)
• Auto power-off after 8 minutes without operation

🔋 Design & Power

• Waterproof rating: IP67 (floatable)
• Power: 4 x AAA batteries (DC3V)
• Battery life: Up to 1000 hours continuous use
• Tester size: 40 x 40 x 178mm
• Tester weight: 133g
• Case size: 255 x 210 x 50mm
• Kit weight: 700g

🔍 Electrode & Sensor

• Conductivity sensor: BPB (Brush-Resistant Platinum Black)
• Replaceable probe: Yes
• Temperature sensor: Yes
• Conductivity range: 0.1 µS to 20.00 mS
• Operating temperature: 0–50°C

🛡️ Warranty

• Meter: 2 years
• Probe: 6 months

Please choose your products carefully, as A-Grade Hydroponics reserves the right not to accept returns based on either an incorrect choice or a change of mind.

However, we love happy customers so contact us with your query and we will do our best to accommodate you. If you have queries about a product you would like to purchase, please contact us to discuss your concerns before you buy.

A-Grade Hydroponics will honour all manufacturers warranties subject to the terms and conditions of those manufacturers. However warranty does not cover abuse, neglect, improper care, loss or damage from incorrect usage.

Warranty claims will be processed at A-Grade Hydroponics' discretion as a refund, repair or replacement. If products need to be returned to us for warranty purposes e-mail us at grow@agradehydroponics.com with the receipt/invoice number, date of purchase and a brief description of the fault (including photographs where possible). We will then issue you with a product return number.

All returns should be in original packaging and have the receipt/invoice number, date of purchase, and product return number enclosed. The product return number should also be written on the outside of the package for easy identification purposes.

A-Grade Hydroponics has a strict 'no returns' or refunds policy for liquid products, like nutrients, additives, gels, calibration fluids etc, so please choose these items carefully.

*All orders are dispatched in unmarked boxes to maintain your privacy.*

DISPATCH AND DELIVERY

Orders are shipped via Australia Post or shipping platform Big Post. Orders are generally dispatched on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. Please allow for additional delivery time for remote areas. If you require express delivery, please contact our sales representatives at 03 9555 6667 or email grow@agradehydroponics.com to obtain a quote. 

Couriers will attempt delivery to the specified address. If no one is home to receive the delivery, the couriers will leave your parcel somewhere safe. If there is no safe place, re-delivery or collection will be offered by the carrier.

Due to the increasing frequency of online fraud and theft, we are unable to ship to P.O. Boxes and Parcel Lockers.

SHIPPING COSTS

All freight charges are calculated on weight, dimensions and location. We are committed to keeping shipping charges at a minimum and do not charge handling fees.

Please note: Freight costs are subject to change. Regional areas, large and bulky orders, and tail-lift delivery occasionally incur an additional levy. Should shipping costs need to be amended it will be to reflect the actual charges, and not incur additional ‘shipping and handling’ fees. We will notify you if this rare situation occurs.

A-Grade Hydroponics reserves the right to cancel the order if shipping costs become prohibitive and customers will be issued a full refund.

PAYMENT

All payments must be cleared before dispatch. Payments can be made online via PayPal, AfterPay, PayID or Electronic Funds Transfer. Payments can also be accepted via credit card by phoning 03 9555 6667.

Please allow at least 24 hours for payments to clear.

FULFILMENT OF ORDERS

You will be notified immediately if an item is permanently unavailable, with options for a replacement item at equal or higher value, refund or store credit.

All refunds will clear within 3-5 business days. Store Credits will be issued to customer accounts for future use online or in-store.

DANGEROUS AND PROHIBITED GOODS

These goods are available for in-store collection only.