What is a Hydrometer?
A hydrometer or lactometer is an instrument used for measuring the density or relative density of liquids based on the concept of buoyancy.
Where Can I Buy Hydrometer In South Africa?
Dematech
Address: 13 Michigan St, Airport Industria, Cape Town, 7490, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 4:30 pm
Phone: +27 21 385 0483
BeerLab
Address: Corner of Wolraad and, unit 6 17th Ave, Maitland, Cape Town, 7405, South Africa
Hours: Closed ⋅ Opens 9:30 am Tue · More hours
Phone: +27 65 633 9532
BeerGuevara
Address: 23 Transvaal St, Paarden Eiland, Cape Town, 7405, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 5 pm · More hours
How many types of hydrometer are there?
Note that the three main types of hydrometers available on the market are triple-scale hydrometers, thermohydrometers, and precision hydrometers.
Accuracy, materials used, and additional accessories are also essential factors to consider.
What is the best hydrometer to buy?
ThermoPro TP50 Digital Hygrometer Indoor Thermometer
While it is acceptable for a hygrometer to have an accuracy of plus 5 percent when reading relative humidity, this device from
ThermoPro is much more precise, with an accuracy of plus 2 to 3 percent, depending on temperature.
How do I know if my hydrometer is accurate?
You may also want to verify the calibration of your hydrometer, as it is not uncommon for them to be off.
To do this, take a sample of distilled water at the temperature of the hydrometer’s calibration. If the hydrometer reading is 1.000, your instrument is correctly calibrated.