Hand Held Honey and Juice Refractometer with ATC

The Hand Held Honey and Juice Refractometer with ATC measures the moisture content of honey and syrups on the Brix scale using just a single drop. Automatic Temperature Compensation keeps readings consistent across temperature changes, and the analog design needs no batteries, so you can quickly tell whether your harvest is ready to bottle.

At a glance

• Type: Analog handheld refractometer
• Measures: Moisture/water content of honey and syrups (Brix scale)
• ATC: Automatic Temperature Compensation for consistent readings
• Power: None required
• Sample: Single drop
• Kit includes: Refractometer, screwdriver, lint cloth, calibration fluid, instructions

Best for

• Checking honey moisture before harvesting
• Confirming honey is below 18% moisture before bottling
• Testing syrups and other liquids
• Hobbyist and professional beekeepers

How to use

Place a drop of honey on the prism and close the cover to spread it thin. Hold the refractometer to a bright light and read where the two colors meet on the scale, then wipe the prism clean. Harvest only when moisture is below 18%, since honey at or above 18% may ferment. Calibrate with the included fluid (or extra virgin olive oil) until it reads 72% solids / 28% water, using fluid at the same temperature as your sample.

About Foxhound Bee Company

Foxhound Bee Company is a beekeeping supplier offering harvesting and bottling tools for beekeepers at every level.