LaMotte Tracer Pocket Tester 1749
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You can buy this tool from LaMotte. The anticipated price range is $101 - $250.
| Description |
This meter is a great tool for measuring specific conductance, or conductivity. A bulk parameter that measures the ability of water to pass an electrical current. Great for establishing a baseline for stormwater, salt runoff, inorganic pollution. |
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| Used by these projects | ALLARM, Trout Unlimited WV-VA Water Quality Monitoring Project |
| Ideal Age Group |
Elementary school (6 - 10 years), Middle school (11 - 13 years), High school (14 - 17 years), College, Graduate students, Adults, Families, Seniors
(This is a meter that exhibits good precision/accuracy if calibrated every day. It is also very accessible to use, following directions, making it usable by most if not all audiences.) |
| Training | Learning materials are available online. |
| Use considerations | Assembly is required. Callibration is required. This tool relies on lab processing. This tool require consumable materials (e.g. batteries, light bulbs, etc.). |
| Size & weight |
Medium: This tool would fit in a 12 inch cube. Less than 13oz (a full soda can weighs a little less than 13oz) |
| Expected lifetime | Should last at least a year |
| Topics | Chemistry, Ecology & Environment, Ocean, Water, Marine & Terrestrial |
| Tool updated | June 12, 2018, 8:10 p.m. |
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