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APERA EC60 Premium EC/TDS/Salinity Pocket Tester Kit

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What's In The Box?
  • APERA INSTRUMENTS EC60 Pocket EC/TDS/Salinity Tester
  • 1413uS Conductivity Standard Solution 50mls
  • 12.88mS Conductivity Standard Solution  50mls
  • Calibration bottles
  • 2 x AAA batteries
  • Lanyard
  • Portable carrying case
Warranty

Meter: 2 Years Probe: 6 months

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APERA EC60 premium EC, TDS and salinity pocket tester kit for hydroponic nutrient monitoring and water quality testing.
APERA EC60 pocket tester kit with EC meter, calibration solutions and carry case for hydroponic nutrient and water testing.

Product Details

APERA INSTRUMENTS EC60 Premium EC/TDS/Salinity Pocket Tester Kit

Professional EC Meter for Hydroponic Nutrient Monitoring 🌱📊

The APERA INSTRUMENTS EC60 Premium EC/TDS/Salinity Pocket Tester Kit is a reliable handheld meter designed for accurate conductivity measurement in hydroponic systems and water testing applications.

Perfect for monitoring hydroponic nutrient solutions, the EC60 delivers quick, consistent readings of EC, TDS, salinity, and temperature, helping growers maintain balanced nutrient levels for healthy plant growth.

Featuring automatic calibration, Auto Temperature Compensation (ATC), and a replaceable BPB conductivity probe, this tester offers long-term reliability and easy maintenance.

The complete kit includes ready-to-use calibration solutions, calibration bottles, AAA batteries, and a portable carrying case, so it’s ready to use straight out of the box.


Key Features ⚙️📏

  • Measures EC, TDS, salinity, and temperature

  • 🌱 Ideal for hydroponic nutrient solution testing

  • 🔬 BPB (Brush-Resistant Platinum Black) conductivity sensor

  • 🔄 Replaceable probe design

  • 🎯 Automatic calibration with buffer recognition

  • 🌡️ Auto Temperature Compensation (ATC) from 0–50°C

  • 🖥️ Large LCD display with dual readings

  • 🔵 Blue backlight – Measurement mode

  • 🟢 Green backlight – Calibration mode

  • 😊 Stable reading indicator with smiley icon

  • 🔒 Auto HOLD measurement function

  • 💧 IP67 waterproof and floatable

  • 🔋 Up to 1000 hours battery life

  • 🧰 Complete kit with calibration solutions and accessories

  • 🛡️ Warranty: 2 years for the meter, 6 months for the probe


What’s Included in the Kit 📦

  • APERA INSTRUMENTS EC60 Pocket EC/TDS/Salinity Tester

  • 1413uS Conductivity Standard Solution 50mls

  • 12.88mS Conductivity Standard Solution  50mls

  • Calibration bottles

  • 2 x AAA batteries

  • Lanyard

  • Portable carrying case


Conductivity (EC) Specifications

  • 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 points

  • Temperature Compensation: Automatic 0–50°C


TDS Specifications 💧

  • Range: 0.1 ppm to 10.00 ppt

  • TDS factor: Adjustable 0.40 to 1.00


Salinity Specifications 🌊

  • Range: 0 to 10.00 ppt


Temperature Specifications 🌡️

  • Range: 0–50°C (32–122°F)

  • Resolution: 0.1°C

  • Accuracy: ±0.5°C


Display & System Features 💻

  • 2-colour backlit LCD with 180° viewing angle

    • 🔵 Blue – Measurement mode

    • 🟢 Green – Calibration mode

  • Dual display: Temperature + EC/TDS/Salinity

  • Reading lock: HOLD function

  • Stable reading indicator: Smiley icon

  • Self-diagnosis system

  • Low battery warning: Flashing battery icon

  • Auto power-off: After 8 minutes without operation


Design & Power 🔋

  • Waterproof rating: IP67 (floatable)

  • Power supply: DC3V (4 × AAA batteries)

  • Battery life: Up to 1000 hours continuous use

  • Tester size: 40 × 40 × 178 mm

  • Tester weight: 133 g

  • Case size: 255 × 210 × 50 mm

  • Kit weight: 700 g


Electrode Specifications 🧪

  • Applications: Hydroponics, drinking water, pools, spas, aquaculture, water treatment, wastewater monitoring

  • 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

FAQ

Q. What does the APERA INSTRUMENTS EC60 PREMIUM POCKET TESTER measure?

The APERA INSTRUMENTS EC60 measures electrical conductivity (EC), TDS, salinity, and temperature in water solutions.

Q. Is the APERA INSTRUMENTS EC60 suitable for hydroponic nutrient testing?

Yes. The APERA INSTRUMENTS EC60 is commonly used to measure EC levels in hydroponic nutrient solutions and reservoirs.

Q. Does the APERA INSTRUMENTS EC60 have a replaceable probe?

Yes. The APERA INSTRUMENTS EC60 features a replaceable BPB conductivity probe, allowing the sensor to be replaced without purchasing a new meter.

Q. Is the APERA INSTRUMENTS EC60 waterproof?

Yes. The APERA INSTRUMENTS EC60 has an IP67 waterproof rating and is designed to float.

Q. What comes in the APERA INSTRUMENTS EC60 PREMIUM POCKET TESTER KIT?

The kit includes the EC60 tester, calibration solutions, calibration bottles, AAA batteries, lanyard, and a portable carrying case.

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"This item does exactly what I want. It removed all the guesswork from testing my water. Plus saving me from having to go in-store to have it checked."

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Warranty & Returns

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.

Shipping & Delivery

*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 as an electronic Gift Card to be used online or in-store.

DANGEROUS AND PROHIBITED GOODS

These goods are available for in-store collection only.