Technical Specifications

Key Features of the Atago PAN™-1 Digital Immersion Type Refractometer:

1. Immersion Design:

   • The PAN™-1 features an immersion-type design, which means that it allows the user to immerse the sensor directly into the liquid sample. This eliminates the need for sample preparation, such as placing drops on a prism, making it highly convenient for measuring larger quantities of liquids or when sample handling is not ideal.

   •  

     This feature is particularly beneficial when dealing with large or continuously flowing liquids.
     
     

2. Highly Accurate Measurements:

   • The Atago PAN™-1 offers high-precision measurements for both Brix (sucrose content) and refractive index, which is critical in applications such as food production, beverage manufacturing, and chemical processes.

   • It ensures accurate and consistent results for a range of liquid types, including those with varying viscosity and turbidity.
     
     

3. Wide Measuring Range:

   • The PAN™-1 typically has a measuring range of 0 to 85 Brix, making it suitable for a wide range of applications, from low-concentration solutions to very high-concentration syrups or juices.

   • Its high-range Brix capabilities make it suitable for use in concentrated solutions like syrups, sauces, and concentrated fruit juices, which are commonly measured in industrial settings.
     
     

4. Temperature Compensation (ATC):

   • The Atago PAN™-1 comes with Automatic Temperature Compensation (ATC). This feature adjusts the measurement for variations in the sample temperature, ensuring accurate readings even when the sample temperature fluctuates.

   • Since temperature can significantly affect the refractive index and Brix readings, ATC is crucial for maintaining precision, especially in environments where temperature is not constant.
     
     

5. Digital Display for Easy Readings:

   • The PAN™-1 features a digital display that provides clear, easy-to-read results. The digital readout simplifies the process of obtaining accurate measurements and minimizes user error compared to traditional analog refractometers.

   • The clear digital display makes it convenient for quick and accurate interpretation of results, reducing time spent on manual calculations.
     
     

6. Durability and Easy Maintenance:

   • Built to withstand the demands of industrial environments, the PAN™-1 has a robust and durable construction, allowing it to be used in production lines, laboratory settings, and field applications.

   • The sensor and immersion probe are designed for easy cleaning, reducing maintenance time and ensuring the longevity of the device. Regular maintenance of the probe and sensor ensures that measurements remain accurate over time.
     
     

7. User-Friendly Design:

   • With an intuitive interface, the PAN™-1 is easy to operate. The automatic calibration and simple buttons make the device accessible to both novice users and experienced technicians.

   • The device’s immersion-type probe allows for quick measurements without the need for complex sample handling procedures.
     
     

8. Compact and Lightweight:

   • Despite its advanced capabilities, the PAN™-1 is compact and lightweight, making it portable and easy to handle in various settings. Whether used in a laboratory, manufacturing facility, or field setting, the instrument’s design ensures ease of use.
     
     

9. Wide Application Compatibility:

   • The PAN™-1 is versatile and compatible with a wide range of liquid types, including juices, syrups, alcohols, sauces, pharmaceuticals, and even chemicals. Its immersion design makes it particularly well-suited for measuring viscous liquids or samples that cannot be easily handled by traditional refractometers.
     
     

Applications of the Atago PAN™-1 Digital Immersion Type Refractometer:

1. Food and Beverage Industry:

   • The PAN™-1 is widely used in the food and beverage industry for measuring the sugar content (Brix) in products like fruit juices, soft drinks, syrups, jams, sauces, and more.

   • Manufacturers can use it for quality control, ensuring consistent flavor and texture by maintaining the desired sugar concentration in their products.

   • Brix measurement is also important in the winemaking process, where it is used to determine the ideal time for harvest based on the sugar content in grapes.
     
     

2. Pharmaceutical Industry:

   • In the pharmaceutical industry, the PAN™-1 can be used for measuring the concentration of active ingredients in liquid pharmaceutical products, syrups, and solutions. Accurate concentration measurements are crucial for product efficacy and safety.

   • It helps ensure consistency in formulations and adherence to regulatory standards.
     
     

3. Chemical and Industrial Applications:

   • The PAN™-1 can also be used in chemical industries where refractive index measurements are needed to monitor the concentration of solutions or solvents in various processes.

   • Its ability to measure high-concentration liquids and accurately determine the refractive index is valuable in industries like cosmetics, paints, coatings, and cleaning products.
     
     

4. Agriculture and Horticulture:

   • The PAN™-1 can be used to measure the sugar content in crops like fruits, vegetables, and crops, helping farmers determine optimal harvesting times for crops based on their Brix values.

   • It can also be used in plant research to assess the sugar concentration in plant sap and other liquids.
     
     

5. Quality Control and Laboratory Testing:

   • The PAN™-1 is ideal for quality control laboratories that need to perform routine testing of liquid samples, ensuring product consistency across batches.

   • It can be used in R&D laboratories for formulating new products or testing new chemicals and liquids.
     
     

6. Wine and Alcohol Production:

   • In wine production, the refractometer helps in assessing the sugar content in grape must, which is essential for determining fermentation rates and the alcohol content of the finished product.

   • The PAN™-1 can also be used in beer brewing and spirits production to monitor the sugar content during the fermentation process.
     
     

How the Atago PAN™-1 Works:

1. Immersion Probe:

   • The Atago PAN™-1 features an immersion probe that is dipped directly into the liquid sample, making it ideal for samples in large quantities or continuous flow situations.

   • The refractive index of the liquid is measured through the probe, which sends the data to the digital display.
     
     

2. Measurement of Brix/Refractive Index:

   • The refractive index and Brix of the liquid are determined based on how light is bent as it passes through the sample. The refractometer uses this information to calculate the sugar content or concentration of the liquid.

   • Brix values are typically displayed in degrees Brix (°Bx), which is the percentage of sucrose by weight in the solution.

3. Automatic Calibration:

   • The Atago PAN™-1 offers automatic calibration or may be manually calibrated using a known reference solution. The calibration ensures that the refractometer remains accurate over time.
     
     

4. Temperature Compensation:

   • The refractometer’s Automatic Temperature Compensation (ATC) adjusts readings to account for temperature fluctuations in the sample, ensuring consistent accuracy.
     
     

Benefits of the Atago PAN™-1 Digital Immersion Type Refractometer:

1. Efficiency and Convenience:

   • The immersion-type design allows for quick and direct measurement of larger liquid samples, which is ideal for high-volume environments.
     
     

2. High Accuracy:

   • With ATC and high-precision measurement technology, the PAN™-1 ensures that the Brix and refractive index readings are highly accurate.
     
     

3. Easy-to-Read Digital Display:

   • The digital interface simplifies the reading process, ensuring that measurements are easy to interpret and reducing the risk of errors.
     
     

4. Versatile Applications:

   • The PAN™-1 is suitable for a wide range of industries, making it a versatile tool for both quality control and production monitoring.
     
     

5. Minimal Sample Handling:

   • The immersion-type design minimizes the need for handling and preparing samples, making it especially useful for industrial applications where large quantities of liquid need to be measured.