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Hydrometers = crap

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After extensive testing me and Scott have come to the conclusion Hydrometers are crapola.
I have two that are 3 points off, and Scott will post how far off his is. But just to be 100 percent we tested our refractometers against each other, different brands....right on the mark.
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I think Brandon had the same problem with his hydrometer when he tested his water with my refractometer. I think it was off about 3 or 4 points.
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Water testing at the next meeting would be a very interesting experiment and a good opportunity for us to see if we are getting into trouble!
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I had gotten John to test my water, at the meeting at his house, with his refractometer and I had the same problem with my hydrometer. A refractomer is so much easier to use and less mess. I think hydrometer are crap too.
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All my hydrometers got thrown in the trash LONG ago.
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Post by Brandon »

Was having a lot of weird problems, found out my hydrometer was way off and salinity was 1.030. Wouldn't trade my $29 refractometer for a bucket of hydrometers.
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Where do you get a refractometer for $29?

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Where do you get a refractometer for $29?
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Ahh, good find Kevin! I got mine from eBay, about 35-40 shipped :)
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Scott told me about it.
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Post by Scott »

My hydrometer read 1.025. Kevin's refractometer read ABOVE 1.030.
Wanted: to set up a tank again.
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What about a group bye?
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I doubt you could much cheaper unless you mean combining shipping.
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Post by Scott »

ShagMan wrote:All my hydrometers got thrown in the trash LONG ago.
I kept mine and marked it where I wanted my SG to stay. I use it in the tank and when I start mixing water and then use the refractometer.
Wanted: to set up a tank again.
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Post by max »

I need one.
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