Thermo Scientific™ Orion Star™ A222 Conductivity Portable Meter

Reliably measure conductivity, TDS, salinity, resistivity and temperature with this conductivity portable meter for advanced field analysis.

Record accurate and reliable conductivity, total dissolved solids (TDS), salinity, resistivity and temperature measurements with the Thermo Scientific™ Orion Star™ A222 Conductivity Portable Meter. This instrument is ideal for a wide range of applications and advanced conductivity analysis in the field. Obtain temperature compensated readings using linear, non-linear or EP options with 15°C, 20°C or 25°C reference temperatures. Log up to 1000 data point sets with time/date stamp and transfer via USB or RS232 to a printer or computer. Waterproof meter ensures durable, rugged performance with an IP67-rated housing.

Don’t leave your measurements to chance when analyzing samples outside the lab. Orion Star A222 conductivity portable meters are designed to offer the reliability you need in a user-friendly package for your dedicated conductivity testing needs. This waterproof portable meter displays critical data with your measurement including temperature, date and time, read type, measurement stability, active calibration info and power source status.

• Measure conductivity, TDS, salinity or resistivity with temperature
• Perform up to a five point conductivity calibration
• Auto-ranging conductivity values offer consistent readings across entire measurement range without need to recalibrate
• Use linear, non-linear or off conductivity temperature compensation with 15°C, 20°C or 25°C reference temperatures
• Informative, easy-to-read backlit graphic display with clear onscreen instructions simplifies operation
• Capture your critical readings with measurement stability indicator and selectable read modes – Auto-Read holds a stable reading and Continuous shows changing readings with hold option
• Data log collects and date/time stamps up to 1000 measurement sets
• Non-volatile meter memory ensures your data and settings are protected, even with loss of power
• Orion Star Com software facilitates data transfer to a computer via USB or RS232 connections
• Flexible power options with AA batteries or universal power adapter
• IP67-rated housing is waterproof for rugged field operation
• Meter kits include hard-sided field case and protective meter armor with electrode holders, adjustable wrist/belt strap and built-in meter stand
• Meters offer CE, TUV 3-in-1 and FCC Class A certifications and 3-year replacement warranty

Description

Orion Star A222 conductivity/TDS/salinity/resistivity portable meter

Accuracy (Conductivity)

0.5% of reading ±1 digit > 3 μS; 0.5% of reading ±0.01 μS ≤ 3 μS

Outputs

USB, RS232

Includes

Star A222 conductivity meter, 4 AA batteries, literature CD, printed quick start guide, computer interface cable and meter test certificate

Measurement Modes

Conductivity, TDS, Salinity, Resistivity with Temperature

Compatible Probes

2-cell or 4-cell conductivity sensors with built-in temperature

Cell Constant

0.001 to 199.9cm-1

Calibration

Conductivity and temperature

Calibration Points (Conductivity)

5

Range (Conductivity)

0.001 μS/cm to 3000 mS/cm

Resolution (Conductivity)

0.001 μS minimum, auto ranging up to 4 significant digits

Temperature Compensation

Linear, nLFn (non-linear ultra pure water) or off

Temperature (Metric) Reference

15, 20, 25°C

Range (Salinity)

0.06 to 80.00 psu, 0.05 to 42.00 ppt

Resolution (Salinity)

0.01 psu or 0.01 ppt minimum, auto ranging

Accuracy (Salinity)

0.5% of reading ±1 digit

Salinity Measurement Modes

Practical salinity (psu)

Resolution (TDS)

0.001 ppm minimum, auto ranging up to 4 significant digits

Accuracy (TDS)

0.5% of reading ±1 digit

TDS Factor Range

Linear (0.02 to 9.99)

Temperature Range (Metric)

-5°C to +105°C

Resolution (Temperature)

0.1°C (0.1°F)

Accuracy (Temperature)

±0.1°C

Range (Resistivity)

2 ohm to 100.0 megohm

Temperature Selection

Manual or automatic with ATC temperature probe

Temperature Probe Calibration

1 point temperature offset calibration

Display Type

Graphic LCD with Backlight

Backlight Option

Yes, selectable

Memory

Non-volatile memory preserves data log, calibration log and meter settings

Data Points

1000 with date and time stamp

Log Function Type

Automatic data logging with Auto-Read measure mode; manual data logging with Continuous measure mode

Data Management Details

Transfer single, range or all data points to printer or computer

Alarm Output

Calibration due alarm (fixed 12 hour)

Inputs

8 pin MiniDIN (conductivity sensor with built-in temperature)

Certifications/Compliance

CE, TUV 3-1, FCC Class A

IP Rating

IP67

AC Adapter

Universal 50-60 Hz, 100-240 VAC power adapter (sold separately, Cat. No. 1010003)

Dimensions (L x W x H)

24 x 10 x 6.5 cm (9.5 x 3.9 x 2.6 in.)

Weight (Metric)

0.5 kg

Weight (English)

1.2 lb.

Warranty

3 Year Meter

Probe Type

Conductivity sensor (purchase separately)

Relative Humidity Range

5 to 85%, non-condensing

Model

Orion Star A222 Conductivity/TDS/Salinity/Resistivity/Temperature Portable Meter

Resolution (Resistivity)

1 ohm or 0.1 megohm, auto ranging

Power Supply

4 AA batteries (included) or universal AC adapter (sold separately)

Methods

10 per channel with password protection

Stability

Smart Stability and Smart Averaging

Keypad

Comprehensive with menu-specific function keys and dual purpose scroll/shortcut keys

Languages

English, Spanish, French, Italian, German and Chinese; Portuguese and Korean available with software update

Temperature (English) Operating

41°F to 113°F (ambient)

Temperature (Metric) Operating

5°C to 45°C (ambient)

Channels

1

Accuracy (Resistivity)

0.5% of reading ±1 digit

Battery Type

4 x AA (included)

Battery Life

800 hr.