0-100 alchol Hydrometer and 250ml cylinder
SKU CNY-HB-AHC100
Original price
R 140.00
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Original price
R 140.00
Original price
R 140.00
R 140.00
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R 140.00
Current price
R 140.00
Availability:
99 in stock, ready to be shipped
A 0–100% Alcohol Hydrometer (also known as an Alcoholmeter) paired with a 250ml measuring cylinder is the standard setup for measuring the alcohol by volume (ABV) of pure, distilled spirits.
Alcohol Hydrometer (0–100% ABV)
- Purpose: Exclusively for distilled spirits (moonshine, vodka, gin). It measures the ratio of ethanol to water.
- Measurement Range: 0% to 100% Alcohol by Volume (ABV), often including a Proof scale (0–200 Proof).
- Calibration: Most are calibrated to give an accurate reading at 20°C.
- Limitation: It cannot be used for beer, wine, or liqueurs. The sugar and solids in those liquids increase density, which prevents the meter from sinking properly and results in an incorrect reading.
250ml Measuring Cylinder
- Why 250ml?: An alcoholmeter is typically longer than a standard beer/wine hydrometer. A 100ml cylinder is often too short, causing the meter to hit the bottom before it can float freely.
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Material Choice:
- Glass: Offers better transparency and clarity to see the meniscus (the curve of the liquid) for precise readings.
- Plastic (Polypropylene): Durable and virtually "immortal" if dropped, making it ideal for busy or outdoor environments.
How to Take a Reading
- Fill the Cylinder: Pour your distilled spirit into the 250ml cylinder until it is about 80% full.
- Insert Meter: Gently lower the hydrometer into the liquid. Avoid dropping it, as they are fragile and can shatter.
- Spin to Release Bubbles: Give the hydrometer a slight twirl. This releases air bubbles that might cling to the glass and cause it to float higher than it should.
- Read at Eye Level: Once it settles, look at the scale exactly where the bottom of the liquid's curved surface (meniscus) meets the glass.