Cheap TDS/PH meter?

[shibbysurfrider]

Anyone know where to get (online) a relatively cheap TDS and PH meter? ~40-50$ each? Local hydro store wanted 70$ for PH and 110$ for TDS!!!

Hannas seem to be what people go with, but they are pricey!

thanks.

shibbysurfrider Reviewed by shibbysurfrider on 08-10-2010. Cheap TDS/PH meter? Anyone know where to get (online) a relatively cheap TDS and PH meter? ~40-50$ each? Local hydro store wanted 70$ for PH and 110$ for TDS!!! Hannas seem to be what people go with, but they are pricey! thanks. Rating: 5

[keylime]

go to eBay.... search for E/C or TDS meter around $30

[tinytoon]

yup deals can be found on e-bay but no matter where you get it make sure it is waterproof. First time it deceides to go swimming and the cost difference might explain itself

[shibbysurfrider]

thank you. i'll keep that in mind as things tend to jump out of my hands sometimes

[Zeffer]

Beg Borrow or steal, but don't cheapo on tools / meters.

Check out Bluelab They have this magic wand called " truncheon "

It's totally the best ppm meter in the world. Go on, bet me !

This requires NO calibration, NO solutions for calibrations,
automatic temp. comps. Read outs are in USA numbers and European numbers.
It gives you the E C which is converted right there,
in front of you, automatically, on the shtick ! :stoned:

[WAckoWolf]

:rasta: I just got one, now I am learning how to use it right. Does anyone have any pro's and Con's on this meter? I could use all the help I can get on this.

WackoWolf:rasta:

[Zeffer]

Hi
Yuhknow i posted a meter called Truncheon by Bluelab. This is by far the best
meter ever. Don't remember how i found it but it beats out anything i've seen
here yet.
This measures PPM's of your water. Measurements are converted to EC = PPM.
In this country we use ECx500 = PPM all done instantly converted.
No chemical solutions to calibrate it.
Stick it in the water or nute solution you want info. about and instantly know
your PPM's...This way you can mix up your nutrients and know the amount
you are adding.

[Zeffer]

go to eBay.... search for E/C or TDS meter around $30

You get what you pay for. 30$ you might as well dip a paper strip and match it
with the faded compare chart ! ! ! ! for your inaccurate results ! ! ! !
Plus, who the fuk on piss bay, is gonna tell you about the science behind the
product that you see on e-bay....They never give the buyer enough info.
on whatever it is they are selling. It always requires more reseach on the
product you are looking at No ! ? So would it not be more sensible to buy
directly from the manufacturer ! ? That way if there's a problem you talk to
someone who knows the product.

" Truncheon " meter including shipping is 120ish $ NEXT !

[Zeffer]

Oh, come on gentlemen, all i'm saying is.... Hell, i'm not repeating
myself, yet again , i mean, it was right above,
ON THE SAME PAGE / POSTING ! ! ! ! and not even a peep about it !

.....further more, so i don't offend anyone here anymore, unless i'm asked
a specific ? directly, i just won't volunteer anymore info. Safe enough uh.

How could anyone trust a purchase of this sort ( meter ) being sold buy a
second ( or third ? ) party e-bay ! ? There's to much left up to chance.
It's not like you could test-drive uh ! ? Third party purchases do not carry
manufactures warranty on e-bay for a smart reason.

So, i do apologize to anyone i insulted.
Zeffern Bastard

[Ocotillo]

Is there something wrong with the Milwaukee PH pen other than it only costs about $20 brand new from ebay? :thumbsup:

You don't want the ones with the metal probes. :icon401: