HI83303-02 Aquaculture Photometer & pH Meter

HI83303-02 Aquaculture Photometer & pH Meter

Brand Chemical Supplies provides the Hanna Instruments HI83303, a specialized multiparameter photometer designed specifically for the rigorous demands of professional aquaculture. Monitoring water quality is the most critical factor in successful fish and shrimp farming; this compact instrument measures 20 different key water quality parameters using 27 different methods, ensuring the health and productivity of your aquatic livestock.

Technical Specifications

Key Features & Benefits

• Advanced Optical System: The HI83303 utilizes an innovative optical design that includes a reference detector and focusing lens. This compensates for any drift in the light source or fluctuations in the power supply, ensuring laboratory-grade repeatability.

• Dual Functionality: Not just a photometer—the unit features a dedicated digital pH electrode input. This allows you to use the meter as a high-end pH meter with Automatic Temperature Compensation (ATC), reducing the number of instruments needed in the field.

• Absorbance Mode: For advanced users and researchers, the meter allows for measurements in absorbance. This is useful for verifying chemical standards and developing custom curves.

• Data Management: All data can be logged and then transferred to a PC or Mac via USB as a .csv file. This is essential for tracking long-term water quality trends and maintaining regulatory compliance logs.

• Rechargeable Efficiency: Powered by a built-in Li-polymer battery, the unit can be recharged via a standard micro-USB cable, making it ideal for use at remote pond sites or hatcheries.

Core Aquaculture Parameters Covered

The HI83303 is pre-programmed with methods for:

• Nitrogen Cycle: Ammonia (Low, Medium, and High Range), Nitrite, and Nitrate.

• Oxygen & Redox: Dissolved Oxygen (DO) and Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD).

• Minerals: Calcium, Magnesium, and Potassium—critical for shell development in shrimp.

• Algae Control: Phosphorus and Reactive Phosphate.

• Disinfection: Chlorine, Ozone, and Chlorine Dioxide for biosecurity monitoring.

Primary Applications

• Commercial Fish Farms: Routine monitoring of Tilapia, Catfish, or Trout ponds to prevent mass mortality events due to ammonia spikes.

• Shrimp Aquaculture: Precise monitoring of alkalinity and mineral balance to ensure successful molting and growth.

• Hatcheries: Maintaining ultra-stable water chemistry for delicate larvae and fry.

• Aquarium Maintenance: Professional-grade testing for public aquaria and high-end ornamental reef systems.

• Research Institutions: Utilizing the digital accuracy for aquatic biology and environmental impact studies.

Measurement & Best Practices

1. Cuvette Care: Always ensure the outside of the glass cuvette is dry and free of fingerprints before insertion. Use a microfiber cloth for cleaning.

2. Zeroing: Always “Zero” the meter with your specific water sample before adding reagents to account for any natural turbidity or color in the water.

3. Chemical Safety: Use the specified Hanna reagents for each parameter to ensure the programmed calibration curves remain accurate.

Contact our aquaculture technical team at Brand Chemical Supplies today to secure your HI83303-02 Photometers and bring professional laboratory precision to your water management.