Hanna Instruments HI 9829 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
HI9829
Multiparameter Meter
with Available GPS,
Logging Probe, Turbidity
& Ion Measurements

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Please read this instruction manual carefully before using the instrument.
This manual will provide you with the necessary information for correct use of the
instrument, as well as a precise idea of its versatility.
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Dear
Customer,

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CHAPTER 1- INTRODUCTION
Preliminary Examination .....................................................................................................
General Description .............................................................................................................
Display and Keypad Description ...........................................................................................
CHAPTER 2 - QUICK START
Sensor and Probe Installation ..............................................................................................
Basic Operation ..................................................................................................................
Help Function .....................................................................................................................
CHAPTER 3 - SPECIFICATIONS
System Specifications ..........................................................................................................
Probe Specifications ............................................................................................................
Sensor Specifications ...........................................................................................................
CHAPTER 4 - PROBE INSTALLATION
Sensor Descriptions .............................................................................................................
Sensor Preparation/Activation ..............................................................................................
Sensor Installation ..............................................................................................................
CHAPTER 5 - INITIALIZATION AND MEASUREMENT
Battery Installation .............................................................................................................
Meter Initialization .............................................................................................................
Measurement Mode ............................................................................................................
Setup Menu Structure .........................................................................................................
CHAPTER 6 - PARAMETER SETUP MENU
Select Parameters ...............................................................................................................
Parameter Units .................................................................................................................
Parameter Coefficients .........................................................................................................
Averaging ..........................................................................................................................
Turbidity Averaging .............................................................................................................
CHAPTER 7 - CALIBRATION MODE
Quick Calibration ................................................................................................................
pH Calibration ....................................................................................................................
ISE Calibration ...................................................................................................................
ORP Calibration ..................................................................................................................
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Dissolved Oxygen Calibration ...............................................................................................
Conductivity Calibration ......................................................................................................
Turbidity Calibration ...........................................................................................................
Temperature Calibration ......................................................................................................
Atmospheric Pressure Calibration .........................................................................................
CHAPTER 8 - SYSTEM SETUP
Meter Setup .....................................................................................................................
Probe Setup .......................................................................................................................
CHAPTER 9 - GPS MENU (optional)
GPS Menu ..........................................................................................................................
CHAPTER 10 - STATUS
Meter Status ......................................................................................................................
Probe Status ......................................................................................................................
GLP Data ...........................................................................................................................
CHAPTER 11 - LOGGING MODE
Logging menu structure ......................................................................................................
Logging on Meter ...............................................................................................................
Probe Log (only for logging probes)......................................................................................
Log Recall ..........................................................................................................................
Log Notes ..........................................................................................................................
CHAPTER 12 - PC CONNECTION
Software Installation ..........................................................................................................
Meter to PC Connection .......................................................................................................
Probe to PC Connection .......................................................................................................
CHAPTER 13 - TROUBLESHOOTING / ERROR MESSAGES
Troubleshooting and error messages .....................................................................................
APPENDIX
A ‑ PROBE MAINTENANCE ...................................................................................................
B ‑ PROBE DEPLOYMENT .....................................................................................................
C ‑ ISE INFORMATION .........................................................................................................
D ‑ ACCESSORIES ................................................................................................................
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Chapter 1 - INTRODUCTION
Remove the instrument from the packing material and examine it carefully to make sure that no
damage has occurred during shipping. If there is any damage, contact your local Hanna Instruments
Office.
Note: Save all packing materials until you are sure that the instrument functions correctly.
Any damaged or defective items must be returned in their original packing material with the
supplied accessories.
MODEL IDENTIFICATION
Meter: There are two models for the meter:
HI9829: Portable multiparameter meter
HI98290: Portable multiparameter meter with GPS
Probe: There are two base models of multiparameter probes:
HI7609829: Standard multiparameter probe
HI7629829: Multiparameter probe with autonomous logging capability
All meters and probes are fully compatible with each other, and all available measurement sensors
can be used on both probe models.
Different combinations of meters, probes, sensors and accessories can be ordered either in
predefined configurations or individually. See Accessories for ordering configurations.
For example, ordering codes of probes follow:
HI7609829/10 is a HI7609829 probe with a 10 meter cable, it comes without sensors or a shield.
HI7629829/10 is a HI7629829 logging probe with a 10 meter cable, it comes without sensors or
a shield.
PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION

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HI9829 is a portable logging multiparameter system that monitors up to 14 different water quality
parameters (7 measured, 7 calculated).
The microprocessor‑based intelligent multisensor probe allows measurement of many water quality
parameters such as pH, ORP, turbidity, dissolved oxygen, conductivity, chloride, nitrate, ammonium
and temperature with data logging. The system is easy to setup and easy to use.
The HI98290 with GPS option has a built‑in 12 channel GPS receiver and antenna that guarantees a
position accuracy of 10 m (30 ft). Measurements from specific locations are tracked with detailed
coordinate information that can be viewed immediately on the display.
GPS information can be transferred to a PC using Hanna Instruments’ HI929829 software. GPS
information can also be viewed using a GPS mapping software such as Google™ Maps. Clicking on
visited locations using a mapping software displays the measurement information.
All HI9829 are equipped with Fast Tracker™ an invaluable tool for associating measurements with
their locations. Hanna Instruments’ exclusive Fast Tracker™—T.I.S. (Tag ID System) uses iButton®s
that can be installed at any number of sampling sites.
The HI9829 features a graphic, backlit display that automatically sizes the digits to fit the screen
with on‑screen graphing capability. Each parameter is fully configurable. HI9829 was designed to
withstand harsh environments and is the ideal solution for field measurements of lakes, rivers and sea.
The meter meets IP67 standards (30 minute immersion at a depth of 1 m) and the multisensor probe
meets IP68 standards (continuous immersion in water).
Settings and logged data can be protected with a passcode to avoid unauthorized modifications and
context‑sensitive help is always available.
Main features of the HI9829 system:
• Rugged meter and probe
• Easy to use
• Measure up to 16 parameters and display of up to 12 parameters
• Tracking of measurement locations with GPS (optional)
• Waterproof protection (IP67 for the meter and IP68 for the probe)
• Exclusive Fast Tracker™—T.I.S. (Tag ID System, up to a total of 100 tags stored on meter)
• Graphic LCD with backlight
• Built‑in barometer for D.O. concentration compensation
• Quick calibration feature
• Measurement check to eliminate any erroneous readings
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1. Graphic LCD
2. Battery level indicator
3. Softkey functions
4. Left softkey: function defined on display
5. On/Off key: turn the meter on and off
6. Lamp key: turn the backlight on and off
7. Alphanumeric keyboard: insert alphanumeric codes
8. HELP key: obtain information about the displayed screen
9. / keys: scroll the displayed options/message
10. ESC key: return to the previous screen
11. Right softkey: function defined on display
12. GPS signal strength indicator (optional)
13. Tag reader
• Autorecognition of probe and sensors
• Log‑on‑demand and automatic logging (up to 44,000 samples) on meter for all parameters
• Graphical display of logged data
• USB interface for PC communication
• Auto‑ranging for EC, ISE and turbidity readings
• Good Laboratory Practice feature, the last 5 calibrations are automatically stored
• Field‑replaceable sensors with color coded caps
• Meter can be powered with either alkaline or rechargeable batteries
• Fast charging capability
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Chapter 2 - QUICK START
Before you begin using the HI9829 multiparameter system, either charge the included rechargeable
C batteries for at least 6 hours or replace the rechargeable batteries with non‑rechargeable alkaline
batteries.
• Sensor O‑Rings must be lubricated with the supplied grease prior to installation.
• HI76x9829 probes have 3 sensor connectors identified with color‑coded triangles:
• Connector 1 (red): For either pH/ORP, pH, ammonium, chloride or nitrate sensor.
• Connector 2 (white): For dissolved oxygen sensor.
• Connector 3 (blue): For either EC or EC/turbidity sensor.
• Position the connector key towards the center of the probe, make sure the connector is seated
correctly (the sensor will no longer move freely) before tightening the locking threads.
• To protect the sensors, screw the protective shield onto the probe body.
• Unscrew the battery cover of the HI7629829 logging probe and install 4 AA batteries for autonomous
logging before connecting to the meter.
• With the meter off, connect the probe to the DIN socket on the bottom of the meter. Align the pins
and key then push the plug into the socket and tighten the thread.
• Turn the meter on by pressing the ON/OFF key. The meter will automatically recognize the probe
and the installed sensors and identify them on the probe status screen.
• Press <Measure> to view the measurement screen.
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Press <Log> to display the logging menu. You can either log a single sample on the meter,
start an interval log on the meter, or start an interval log on a logging probe (HI7629829).
See Chapter 11 for more details.
Press <Menu> to enter setup mode. You can configure which parameters you want to measure,
calibrate the sensors, change system settings, access the GPS menu and view the meter and probe status.
HI9829 features context sensitive HELP, which provides useful information regarding the displayed
screen.
Simply press the HELP key to access this function, then use the / keys to scroll through the
message.
To escape from the HELP window, press the HELP key again or ESC.
The main operating modes for HI9829 are measurement, logging and setup.
The measurement screen can be configured to display a single measurement or up to 12 simultaneous
measurements by using the numbers 1‑7 on the keypad.
Use the / keys to scroll through the measurements not being displayed.
See Measurement Mode for more details.
The measurement units will blink if the system has not been calibrated and the measurement number
will blink when the reading is out of range.
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Chapter 3 - SPECIFICATIONS
SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS
TEMPERATURE
Range
‑5.00 to 55.00 °C;
23.00 to 131.00 °F;
268.15 to 328.15 K
Resolution 0.01 °C; 0.01 °F; 0.01 K
Accuracy ± 0.15 °C; ± 0.27 °F; ±0.15 K
Calibration Automatic at 1 custom point
pH/mV
Range 0.00 to 14.00 pH; ± 600.0 mV
Resolution 0.01 pH; 0.1 mV
Accuracy ± 0.02 pH; ± 0.5 mV
Calibration Automatic at 1, 2 or 3 points with automatic recognition of 5 standard buffers
(pH 4.01, 6.86, 7.01, 9.18, 10.01) and 1 custom buffer
ORP
Range ± 2000.0 mV
Resolution 0.1 mV
Accuracy ± 1.0 mV
Calibration Automatic at 1 custom point (relative mV)
DISSOLVED OXYGEN
Range 0.0 to 500.0 %; 0.00 to 50.00 ppm (mg/L)
Resolution 0.1 %; 0.01 ppm (mg/L)
Accuracy
0.0 to 300.0 %: ± 1.5 % of reading or ± 1.0 % whichever is greater;
300.0 to 500.0 %: ± 3 % of reading;
0.00 to 30.00 ppm (mg/L): ± 1.5 % of reading or ±0.10 ppm (mg/L)
whichever is greater;
30.00 ppm (mg/L) to 50.00 ppm (mg/L): ± 3 % of reading;
Calibration Automatic 1 or 2 points at 0, 100 % or 1 custom point

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Range 0 to 200 mS/cm (absolute EC up to 400 mS/cm)
Resolution
Manual: 1 µS/cm; 0.001 mS/cm; 0.01 mS/cm; 0.1 mS/cm; 1 mS/cm;
Automatic: 1 µS/cm from 0 to 9999 µS/cm;
0.01 mS/cm from 10.00 to 99.99 mS/cm;
0.1 mS/cm from 100.0 to 400.0 mS/cm;
Automatic (mS/cm): 0.001 mS/cm from 0.000 to 9.999 mS/cm;
0.01 mS/cm from 10.00 to 99.99 mS/cm;
0.1 mS/cm from 100.0 to 400.0 mS/cm;
Accuracy ±1 % of reading or ±1 µS/cm whichever is greater
Calibration Automatic 1 point, with 6 standard solutions (84 µS/cm, 1413 µS/cm,
5.00 mS/cm, 12.88 mS/cm, 80.0 mS/cm, 111.8 mS/cm) or custom point
RESISTIVITY
Range 0 to 999999 Ω·cm; 0 to 1000.0 kΩ·cm; 0 to 1.0000 MΩ·cm
Resolution Depending on resistivity reading
Calibration Based on conductivity or salinity calibration
TDS (Total Dissolved Solids)
Range 0 to 400000 ppm (mg/L); (the maximum value depends on the TDS factor)
Resolution
Manual: 1 ppm (mg/L); 0.001 ppt (g/L); 0.01 ppt (g/L); 0.1 ppt (g/L);
1 ppt (g/L);
Automatic: 1 ppm (mg/L) from 0 to 9999 ppm (mg/L);
0.01 ppt (g/L) from 10.00 to 99.99 ppt (g/L);
0.1 ppt (g/L) from 100.0 to 400.0 ppt (g/L);
Automatic ppt (g/L): 0.001 ppt (g/L) from 0.000 to 9.999 ppt (g/L);
0.01 ppt (g/L) from 10.00 to 99.99 ppt (g/L);
0.1 ppt (g/L) from 100.0 to 400.0 ppt (g/L);
Accuracy ±1 % of reading or ±1 ppm (mg/L) whichever is greater
Calibration Based on conductivity or salinity calibration
CONDUCTIVITY
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SALINITY
Range 0.00 to 70.00 PSU
Resolution 0.01 PSU
Accuracy ±2% of reading or ±0.01 PSU whichever is greater
Calibration One custom point
SEAWATER SIGMA
Range 0.0 to 50.0 σt, σ0, σ15
Resolution 0.1 σt, σ0, σ15
Accuracy ±1.0 σt, σ0, σ15
Calibration Based on conductivity or salinity calibration
TURBIDITY
Range 0.0 to 99.9 FNU
100 to 1000 FNU
Resolution 0.1 FNU from 0.0 to 99.9 FNU
1 FNU from 100 to 1000 FNU
Accuracy ±0.3 FNU or ±2 % of reading, whichever is greater
Calibration Automatic 1, 2 or 3 points at 0, 20 and 200 FNU or custom
Range 0.02 to 200.0 ppm Am (as NH4
+‑N)
Resolution 0.01 ppm to 1.00 ppm
0.1 ppm to 200.0 ppm
Accuracy ±5 % of reading or 2 ppm whichever is greater
Calibration 1 or 2 point, 10 ppm and 100 ppm
ISE
Ammonium-Nitrogen
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Range 0.6 to 200.0 ppm Cl (as Cl‑ )
Resolution 0.01 ppm to 1 ppm;
0.1 ppm to 200.0 ppm;
Accuracy ±5 % of reading or 2 ppm, whichever is greater
Calibration 1 or 2 point, 10 ppm and 100 ppm
Chloride
SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS
Nitrate-Nitrogen
Range 0.62 to 200.0 ppm N (as NO3‑‑N)
Resolution 0.01 ppm to 1 ppm;
0.1 ppm to 200 ppm;
Accuracy ±5 % of reading or 2 ppm, whichever is greater
Calibration 1 or 2 point, 10 ppm and 100 ppm
ATMOSPHERIC PRESSURE
Range
450.0 to 850.0 mmHg;
17.72 to 33.46 inHg;
600.0 to 1133.2 mbar;
8.702 to 16.436 psi;
0.5921 to 1.1184 atm;
60.00 to 113.32 kPa
Resolution 0.1 mmHg; 0.01 in Hg; 0.1 mbar; 0.001 psi; 0.0001 atm; 0.01 kPa
Accuracy ±3.0 mmHg within ±15 °C from calibration temperature
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METER SPECIFICATIONS
Temperature Compensation Automatic from ‑5 to 55 °C (23 to 131 °F)
Logging Memory 44,000 records (continuous logging or log‑on‑demand of all
parameters)
Logging Interval 1 second to 3 hours
PC Interface USB (with HI929829 software)
Waterproof Protection IP67
Environment 0 to 50 °C (32 to 122 °F); RH 100 %
Battery Type 1.2 V (4 pcs.), NiMH, rechargeable batteries, C size or
1.5 V alkaline (4 pcs.), C size batteries
Battery Life See page 16.
Dimensions/Weight 221 x 115 x 55 mm (8.7 x 4.5 x 2.2”) / 750 g (26.5 oz.)
GPS 12 channel receiver
10 m (30 ft) accuracy
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SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS
METER BATTERY LIFE
The power consumption of the HI9829 multiparameter system is dependent on three things:
1. The measurement system configuration (probe type, sensor configuration)
2. The meter configuration (logging interval, GPS and backlight use)
3. The battery type (alkaline or rechargeable).
Note: Alkaline batteries have two times the expected life.
The following table estimates the meter’s battery life connected to a HI76X9829 probe with backlight
off. The logging interval only affects meter battery life when GPS Powersave mode is used (units with
GPS).
Note: GPS and backlighting use consume the most power.
The table variables are GPS, battery selection and parameter selection.
When a HI7629829 logging probe is connected to a meter, it uses the meter’s power.
pH, ORP, DO, EC enabled
Turbidity disabled
pH/ ORP, DO, EC and
Turbidity enabled
Alkaline batteries without GPS 280 hours 190 hours
Rechargeable batteries without GPS 140 hours 95 hours
Alkaline batteries with GPS 90 hours 70 hours
Rechargeable batteries with GPS 45 hours 35 hours
Alkaline batteries with GPS
powersave on, 4 min log 110 hours 100 hours
Rechargeable batteries with GPS
powersave on 4, min log 55 hours 50 hours
Alkaline batteries with GPS
powersave on, 10 min log 180 hours 160 hours
Rechargeable batteries with GPS
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PROBE SPECIFICATIONS
Non-logging Probe Logging Probe
Sample Environment Fresh, brackish, seawater
Waterproof protection IP68
Computer Interface NA USB PC (HI76982910)
Internal Battery Type NA 1.5V Size AA Alkaline (4 pcs.)
Typical Battery Life NA See below
Memory
NA 140,000 measurements
(single parameter logged)
35,000 measurements
(all parameters logged)
Operating Temperature ‑5 to 55 °C *
Storage Temperature ‑20 to 70 °C
Maximum Depth 20 m (66 ft.) *
Dimensions (without cable)
HI7609829 342 mm (13.5”),
dia=46 mm (1.8”)
HI7619829 382 mm (15.1”),
dia=46 mm (1.8”)
HI7629829 442 mm (17.4”),
dia=46 mm (1.8”)
HI7639829 482 mm (19.0”),
dia=46 mm (1.8”)
Weight
(with batteries and sensors)
HI7609829 570 g (20.1 oz.)
HI7619829 650 g (22.9 oz.)
HI7629829 775 g (27.3 oz.)
HI7639829 819 g (28.9 oz.)
Cable Specification Multistrand‑multiconductor shielded cable with internal strength
member rated for 68 kg (150 lb) intermittent use
Wetted Materials
Body: ABS
Threads: Nylon
Shield: ABS/ 316 SS
Temp probe: 316 SS
O‑Rings: EPDM
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LOGGING PROBE BATTERY LIFE
Interval All channels logging
(no averaging)
All channels logging
(10 sample averaging)
1 ‑ 5 sec 72 hours 72 hours
1 min 22 days 11 days
10 min 70 days 65 days
SENSOR SPECIFICATIONS
HI7609829‑0 HI7609829‑1 HI7609829‑2 HI7609829‑3
Description pH pH/ORP Dissolved Oxygen EC
Measure Type
Primary Unit pH, mV (pH) pH, mV (pH/ORP) D.O. (% sat. & conc.) EC
Measure
Range
0.00 to 13.00 pH
±600.0 mV
0.00 to 13.00 pH
±600.0 mV
±2000.0 mV
0.0 to 500.0 %
0.00 to 50.00 mg/L
0.0 to 200.0 mS/cm
0.0 to 400 mS/cm
(absolute)
Temperature
Range ‑5 to 55 °C ‑5 to 55 °C ‑5 to 55 °C ‑5 to 55 °C
Color Code Red Red White Blue
Materials
Tip: glass (pH)
Junction: ceramic
Body: PEI
Electrolyte: gel
Reference: double
Tip: glass (pH);
Pt (ORP)
Junction: ceramic
Body: PEI
Electrolyte: gel
Reference: double
Cat/An: Ag/Zn
Membrane: HDPE
Body: white top ABS
CAP
Stainless steel
electrodes AISI 316
Body: ABS/EPOXY
Maintenance
Solution
HI70300
(storage solution)
HI70300
(storage solution)
HI7042S
(D.O. electrolyte)
none
Dimensions 118 x 15 mm 118 x 15 mm 99 x 17 mm 111 x 17 mm
Depth 20 m (65’) 20 m (65’) 20 m (65’) 20 m (65’)

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SENSOR SPECIFICATIONS
HI7609829‑4 HI7609829‑10 HI7609829‑11 HI7609829‑12
Description EC/Turbidity Ammonium ISE Chloride ISE Nitrate ISE
Measure Type
Primary Unit
EC
FTU ppm ppm ppm
Measure
Range
0 to 200.0 mS/cm
0.0 to 400 mS/cm
(absolute)
0.0 to 1000 FNU
0.02 to 200.0 ppm
as NH4
+‑N
0.6 to 200.0 ppm
Cl‑
0.6 to 200.0 ppm
as NO3
‑‑N
Temperature
Range ‑5 to 55 °C 0 to 40 °C 0 to 40 °C 0 to 40 °C
Color Code ‑ Red Red Red
Materials Body: ABS/EPOXY
PMMA
Tip: Polymeric
Liquid Membrane
Body: PEI
Electrolyte: gel
Reference: double
Tip: Solid State
AgCl Pellet
Body: PEI
Electrolyte: gel
Reference: double
Tip: Polymeric
Liquid Membrane
Body: PEI
Electrolyte: gel
Reference: double
Maintenance
Solution none none none none
Dimensions 135 x 35 mm 118 x 15 mm 118 x 15 mm 118 x 15 mm
Depth 20 m (65’) 5 m (16’) 5 m (16’) 5 m (16’)

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HI7609829 and HI7629829 multisensor probes are used for the measurements of pH, ORP, conductivity,
turbidity, dissolved oxygen, chloride, nitrate‑nitrogen, ammonium‑nitrogen and temperature. Each
probe can utilize 3 sensors. A description of each sensor follows.
HI7609829‑0 Combination pH sensor features a glass pH sensitive bulb
and a silver/silver chloride double junction reference with gelled electrolyte.
HI7609829‑1 Combination pH/ORP sensor features a glass sensitive
bulb for pH readings, a platinum sensor for redox measurements and a
silver/silver chloride double junction reference with gelled electrolyte.
Note: See Page 22 for pH preparation.
See Page 22 for ORP activation.
HI7609829‑2 Galvanic dissolved oxygen (D.O.) sensor. The thin gas permeable
membrane isolates the sensor elements from the testing solution but allows
oxygen to pass through. The oxygen that passes through the membrane is reduced
at the cathode and causes a current, from which the oxygen concentration is
determined. The D.O. sensor conforms to Standard Methods 4500‑OG, EPA 360.1.
Note: The D.O. sensor needs to be activated before installation.
See Page 22 for details.
HI7609829‑3 four‑ring electrode conductivity sensor. The sensor is immune
to polarization or surface coatings.
The HI7609829‑4 Combination EC/Turbidity sensor. It includes a four‑
ring electrode conductivity sensor and a turbidity sensor that conforms to
ISO 7027 standards in a single sensor body. The turbidity sensor uses an
optical technique to measure suspended particles in water.
Chapter 4 - PROBE INSTALLATION
SENSOR DESCRIPTIONS