BlueLab pH PPM EC CF TDS Meters For Gardening Hydroponics Blue Lab Meter Directions Instructions

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🔬 Blue Lab, originally known as New Zealand Hydroponics, has been around since about 2002 and is known for manufacturing high-quality hydroponics equipment.

🌡️ The Guardian product from Blue Lab can measure EC (electrical conductivity), TDS (total dissolved solids), ppm (parts per million), temperature, and pH levels.

🔧 To ensure accuracy, it's essential to calibrate the pH probe regularly, especially after changing BNC connectors.

🔍 Calibration involves setting a high and low pH reference point, typically 7 (neutral) and 4 (acidic), to maintain the probe's precision.

🚨 The Guardian features an alarm system that indicates when readings fall outside of user-determined high and low parameters.

🌱 The Guardian offers customization options such as switching between EC and CF (connectivity factor), TDS measurements in ppm following either a base of 500 (Australian standard) or 700 (U.S. standard), and temperature readings in Fahrenheit or Celsius.

💡 With Blue Lab equipment, the pH and conductivity probes are designed to last for years with proper cleaning and maintenance, highlighting the brand's commitment to durable and reliable products.

💼 One of the unique characteristics of Blue Lab's truncheon meter, a TDS meter, is that it does not require calibration and can sustain accurate readings over a long period.

💧 Calibration and cleaning solutions are available for maintaining the pH and conductivity probes, ensuring the longevity and accuracy of the readings.

🌐 Blue Lab products are designed with temperature compensation, which adjusts readings based on the temperature of the solution to provide more accurate results.

📐 A two-point calibration for pH meters is critical for accuracy because pH is logarithmic and can significantly skew on either end of the pH scale.

Timestamped Summary

00:18 Introduction to the Blue Lab Guardian, which measures EC, TDS, ppm, temperature, and pH.

00:40 Demonstration of calibrating the pH probe using pH 7 and pH 4 calibration solutions.

02:01 Explanation of how to switch units for EC, CF, TDS, ppm, and how to change the temperature between Fahrenheit and Celsius on the Guardian.

02:36 Instructions to adjust the brightness level for the display on the Guardian.

02:52 Features of the Guardian's alarm system which lets you set high and low parameters for alerts.

04:06 Mention of the only combo meter with features like the Guardian and coated conductivity cord for interference protection.

04:31 Presentation of the Blue Lab Soil pH Meter and its unique glass-encased probe for soil measurement.

05:26 Introduction to the Blue Lab pH meter and Combo meter and highlighting how popular the Combo meter is for its multiple functionalities.

06:25 Introduction to the new Blue Lab ppm pen and pH pen, including their ability to measure temperature.

08:10 Explanation of different terminologies: EC, CF, TDS, and the importance of noting the base used (500 or 700) when looking at nutrient solution recipes online.

10:52 Discussion about the durability of the product sensors with proper care, such as weekly cleaning.

12:58 Explanation of the necessity for a two-point calibration for accuracy in pH measurements due to the logarithmic nature of pH.

14:11 Mention of temperature compensation features in Blue Lab products to ensure accurate readings.

16:25 Testimony of the durability of a Blue Lab Truncheon meter purchased in 1999 that has never needed recalibration.

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Q&A

What is the purpose of the Guardian product from Blue Lab?

The Guardian product from Blue Lab is designed to measure EC (Electrical Conductivity), TDS (Total Dissolved Solids), ppm (parts per million), temperature, and pH levels.

How often do you need to calibrate the Guardian when you change the BNC connectors?

You need to calibrate the Guardian every time you change the BNC connectors to ensure accurate readings.

Is it necessary to recalibrate the pH probe after immersing it in a calibration solution?

Yes, after immersing the pH probe in a 7 pH calibration solution, you must recalibrate it. You then direct it to the target pH level (e.g., 4 for acidity) to complete the calibration process.

What features does the Guardian monitor have?

The Guardian monitor has an alarm system for setting high and low parameters for the readings. It also has brightness adjustment, and it can display measurements in EC, CF, TDS, ppm, and temperature in Fahrenheit or centigrade.

How often should the Blue Lab soil pH meter be calibrated?

The soil pH meter should be calibrated the first time you use it, and then once every 30 uses.

What cleaning solution can be used if the Bluelab cleaning solution is not available?

If the designated cleaning solution is not available, plain water, dish soap, and a soft toothbrush can be used to clean the pH probe.

How long can the pH and conductivity probes last with proper care?

With proper care, cleaning, and storage, the conductivity probe should last the lifetime of the meter, and the pH probe should last at least two years.