im done jacking around with ph problems

[headshake]

My first meter was the cheapest Hanna model, I think it was called the "champ", not sure on the name. It was kind of a pain in the ass, had to calibrate it frequently. When the electrode needed replacing I figured I'd check out a different brand.

Picked up an Oakton "eco Testr/pH2", much better than that frickin' Hanna. The Oakton is a joy. After the initial calibration, the darn thing is just spot-on. Been using it for a couple months now and it has never _needed_ recalibration. Every time I've checked it against the buffer, it's been perfect. :thumbsup:

I'm real happy with the Oakton, so far, and it was only around $80 bucks. The guy at the hydro store recommended it, even though I was looking at some of the higher-priced meters.

i have the oakton eco Testr/pH1, same thing as the 2, only difference is that the 2 has automatic temperature calibration...and costs $15 more.

milwaukee makes solid meters as well.


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headshake Reviewed by headshake on 10-25-2010. im done jacking around with ph problems i've got several grows under my belt some turned out fantastic and others kinda suffered a little. my biggest problem has been with ph (im a dirt farmer)my tap water changes so much it is hard to keep up with. i have used the drop test kits with varied success over the years and have tried a few different ways to adjust the ph of my water. im at the point of disgust with this round. tap water has been jumping around from 7.5 to 8.5 all summer. i do let my water stand for a day or 2 before using Rating: 5