Ohaus pH Electrode KCl Solution & DO Zero Oxygen Powder

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Ohaus pH Electrode KCl Solution & DO Zero Oxygen Powder Ohaus pH Electrode KCl Solutions and DO Zero Oxygen Powder provide essential maintenance chemicals for preserving electrode performance, ensuring accurate measurements, and supporting routine calibration procedures across pH, reference, and dissolved oxygen electrodes. The Reference Electrolyte (3M KCl saturated with AgCl, 30ml) serves as refilling solution for Ag/AgCl single junction electrodes, replenishing the internal electrolyte when levels drop below the recommended 2cm above the measurement solution level to maintain stable reference potential and prevent measurement drift. The pH Electrode Protection/Storage Solution (3M KCl, 125ml) keeps pH electrodes properly hydrated during storage and between measurements, preventing the glass bulb and reference junction from drying out which would cause slow response, calibration failure, and inaccurate readings—critical since pH electrodes should never be stored in distilled or deionized water as this causes ions to leak from the glass bulb and reference electrolyte. The DO Zero Oxygen Powder enables zero-point calibration of dissolved oxygen electrodes by creating an oxygen-free solution when dissolved in water, providing the 0% oxygen reference point essential for accurate DO measurements alongside atmospheric saturation calibration at 100% oxygen. Proper electrode maintenance using these solutions extends electrode life, reduces calibration issues, maintains measurement accuracy, and supports compliance with good laboratory practices by ensuring electrodes remain in optimal condition for reliable pH, ORP, and dissolved oxygen measurements across water quality testing, environmental monitoring, aquaculture, food and beverage production, pharmaceutical applications, and research laboratories requiring traceable, accurate electrochemistry measurements. Features of Ohaus KCl Solution & Zero Oxygen Powder: 1 Year Warranty on all accessories: Quality Assurance and Manufacturer Support - Backed by Ohaus quality standards and technical support, ensuring proper chemical composition, purity, and performance for electrode maintenance and calibration applications. Reference Electrolyte for Refillable Electrodes - 3M KCl saturated with AgCl (30ml) replenishes internal electrolyte in Ag/AgCl single junction pH and reference electrodes, maintaining stable reference potential and measurement accuracy. pH Electrode Storage Solution - 3M KCl solution (125ml) prevents glass bulb and reference junction drying during storage, eliminating slow response and calibration failure caused by improper electrode hydration. Zero Oxygen Calibration Standard - DO Zero Oxygen Powder creates oxygen-free solution for zero-point calibration of dissolved oxygen electrodes, establishing accurate 0% oxygen reference alongside atmospheric calibration. Extended Electrode Life - Proper maintenance with appropriate storage and refilling solutions prevents premature electrode failure, reduces replacement costs, and maintains consistent measurement performance over extended service life. GLP Compliance Support - Essential maintenance chemicals support good laboratory practices, electrode performance verification, and quality management systems requiring documented electrode maintenance and calibration procedures. Applications for Ohaus KCl Solution & Zero Oxygen Powder: Refillable pH Electrode Maintenance - Replenish internal KCl electrolyte in refillable Ag/AgCl reference junction electrodes (ST260, ST420, ST230, ST280, STPURE, STSURF, ST310) maintaining proper electrolyte levels for stable measurements. pH Electrode Storage and Protection - Store pH electrodes in 3M KCl protection solution between measurements and during long-term storage, keeping glass bulbs and reference junctions properly hydrated to prevent response degradation. Dissolved Oxygen Electrode Calibration - Prepare zero oxygen solution for two-point DO calibration establishing 0% oxygen reference point alongside atmospheric saturation, ensuring accurate dissolved oxygen measurements across full range. Routine Electrode Performance Verification - Support weekly electrode inspection and maintenance protocols by ensuring proper electrolyte levels and hydration status, preventing calibration issues and measurement drift from dried or depleted electrodes. Multi-User Laboratory Standardization - Provide consistent electrode maintenance chemicals across laboratory staff, ensuring proper electrode care practices, reducing variability from improper storage, and maintaining measurement comparability in busy multi-user environments. Need Help? Call 1300 812 450 Show more