{"product_id":"professional-portable-meat-ph-meter-hi98163","title":"Professional Portable Meat pH Meter - HI98163","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 0 0 48px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the meat processing industry, the monitoring of pH is considered to be of the utmost importance due to its effect on the meat's quality factors including water binding capacity and shelf life. Upon slaughter, biochemical processes begin to break down the meat. Glycolysis begins post-mortem, converting glycogen to lactic acid, reducing the pH of the carcass. Depending on a number of factors such as type of animal and even breed, this decrease in pH can take anywhere from a single hour to many. It is vital to monitor pH during this phase as once the lowest pH value is reached, the pH will begin to slowly rise, indicating that decomposition has begun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pH value of meat influences its' water binding capacity which directly impacts consumer qualities such as tenderness and color. Lower pH values result in a lower water-binding capacity and lighter colors. Factors such as these can be important when considering how to efficiently produce meat products. For example, when producing dry sausages the meat must have a low water binding capacity so that it can dry evenly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepending on the type of the final product and the steps required to get there, pH values will vary throughout the meat processing industry. It is imperative, regardless of the final product, that pH be maintained at a low value to prevent bacterial spoilage and comply with food safety regulations. By monitoring pH values throughout the meat production process, you can ensure the creation of consistent and safe meat products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeat products can provide a number of challenges for the person that needs to measure pH. Oils and solids from the meat can coat the sensitive glass membrane surface and\/or clog the reference junction. The FC2323 that is supplied with the HI98163 is designed specifically for measuring pH in meat. Design considerations include a stainless steel piercing blade around conic tip shape probe for easy penetration, an open junction that resist clogging, and a Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF) food grade plastic body that is resistant to most chemicals and solvents, including sodium hypochlorite. It has high abrasion resistance, mechanical strength and resistance to ultraviolet and nuclear radiation. PVDF is also resistant to fungal growth. The FC2323 is an ideal general-purpose pH electrode for meat that connects to the HI98163 with a quick-connect, waterproof DIN connector, allowing for a secure, non-threaded attachment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; align-items: center; justify-content: center; gap: 24px 48px; margin: 0 0 48px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 260px; max-width: 440px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/9535\/5761\/files\/fc232d.jpg\" alt=\"HACCP pH meter for meat\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display: block; max-width: 100%; height: auto; margin: 0 auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 340px; min-width: 0;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe FC2323 is an amplified pH electrode with a built-in temperature sensor. This probe is designed with low temperature (LT) glass, a conical tip shape, and is housed in a food grade PVDF body with a removable, piercing stainless steel blade. This electrode also features a unique open junction design in which there a viscolene (hard gel) electrolyte layer that is free of silver chloride (AgCl) between the sample to be measured and the internal reference cell. The open junction design resists clogging and the probe's conical tip makes it ideal for pH measurements in meat and semi-solid food samples.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; align-items: center; justify-content: center; gap: 24px 48px; margin: 0 0 48px; flex-direction: row-reverse;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 260px; max-width: 440px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/9535\/5761\/files\/fc202x-conical-tip.png\" alt=\"conical glass tip\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display: block; max-width: 100%; height: auto; margin: 0 auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 340px; min-width: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 0;\"\u003eConical Glass Tip\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe conical shaped tip design allows for penetration into solids, semi-solids, and emulsions for the direct measurement of pH in food products including meat, cheese, yogurt, and milk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; align-items: center; justify-content: center; gap: 24px 48px; margin: 0 0 48px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 260px; max-width: 440px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/9535\/5761\/files\/fc202x-open-junction.png\" alt=\"open junction reference\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display: block; max-width: 100%; height: auto; margin: 0 auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 340px; min-width: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 0;\"\u003eOpen Junction Reference\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe open junction design consists of a solid gel interface (viscolene) between the sample and internal Ag\/AgCl reference. This interface not only prevents silver from entering the sample, but also makes it impermeable to clogging, resulting in a fast response and stable reading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; align-items: center; justify-content: center; gap: 24px 48px; margin: 0 0 48px; flex-direction: row-reverse;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 260px; max-width: 440px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/9535\/5761\/files\/pvdf-body.png\" alt=\"pvdf body\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display: block; max-width: 100%; height: auto; margin: 0 auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 340px; min-width: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 0;\"\u003ePVDF Body\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePolyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) is a food grade plastic that is resistant to most chemicals and solvents, including sodium hypochlorite. It has high abrasion resistance, mechanical strength and resistance to ultraviolet and nuclear radiation. PVDF is also resistant to fungal growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBesides being supplied with a unique pH electrode for meat, the HI98163 has the Hanna's unique CAL Check™ feature that alerts the user to potential problems during the calibration process. This is a very important for the food processor since it is likely that the probe will be coated with the solids found in the food product being measured. This coating can easily lead to errors in pH measurement. By comparing previous calibration data to the current calibration, the meter will inform the user, with display prompts, when the probe needs to be cleaned, replaced, or if the pH buffer might be contaminated. After calibration, the overall probe condition is displayed on screen as a percentage from 0 to 100% in increments of 10%. The probe condition is affected by both the offset and slope characteristics of the pH electrode, both of which can be found in the GLP data.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePressing the \"AutoHold\" virtual key in measurement mode, the meter will freeze and automatically log a stable reading. An \"out of calibration range\" warning can be enabled that will alert the user when a reading is not within the bracket of calibrated pH values.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe log-on-demand mode allows the user to record and save up to 200 samples. The logged data, along with the associated GLP data, can then be recalled or transferred to a PC with Hanna's HI920015 micro USB cable and HI92000 software for traceability in record keeping for specific product batches. GLP data includes date, time, calibration buffers, offset, and slope, and is directly accessible by pressing the dedicated GLP key.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA contextual help menu based on the screen that is currently being viewed can be accessed at any time by the press of a dedicated button.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe high contrast, graphic LCD screen is easy to view outdoors in bright sunlight as well as in low-lit areas with the backlight. A combination of dedicated and virtual keys allows for easy, intuitive meter operation in a choice of languages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe compact, durable HI720161 carrying case is thermoformed to hold all necessary components for taking a field measurement, including the meter and electrode, beakers, buffer solutions and cleaning solutions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin: 0 0 24px; text-align: center;\"\u003eOn-Screen Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(240px, 1fr)); gap: 32px 24px; margin: 0 0 48px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; align-items: stretch; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/9535\/5761\/files\/HI98161_setup.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display: block; width: auto; max-width: 100%; max-height: 220px; height: auto; margin: 0 auto 16px; object-fit: contain;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin: 0 0 8px; font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.3;\"\u003eSetup screen\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur extensive setup screen features a host of configurable options such as time, date, temperature units and language for help screens and guides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; align-items: stretch; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/9535\/5761\/files\/HI98161_Cal-Check.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display: block; width: auto; max-width: 100%; max-height: 220px; height: auto; margin: 0 auto 16px; object-fit: contain;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin: 0 0 8px; font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.3;\"\u003eCalibration\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003epH calibration features detailed CAL Check™ messages. Users are guided through the calibration procedure with step-by-step on-screen instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; align-items: stretch; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/9535\/5761\/files\/HI98161_GLP.jpg\" alt=\"GLP\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display: block; width: auto; max-width: 100%; max-height: 220px; height: auto; margin: 0 auto 16px; object-fit: contain;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin: 0 0 8px; font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.3;\"\u003eGLP\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComprehensive GLP functions are directly accessible by pressing the GLP key. Calibration data, including: date, time, offset, slope and buffers used in the last calibration can be reviewed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 0 0 48px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 0;\"\u003eFeatures\/Benefits:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eErgonomic, rugged, waterproof (IP67) design\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSupplied with FC2323 Foodcare pH\/Temperature electrode\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody made of food grade PVDF plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePiercing stainless steel blade for easy penetration into meats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen junction design that resist clogging from food solids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow temperature pH sensing glass suitable for refrigerated products\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt in temperature sensor for temperature compensated measurements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFive-point pH calibration with seven standard buffers and five custom buffers\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCAL Check\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlerts user to potential problems during calibration including when to clean electrode and possible buffer contamination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplays overall condition of the pH electrode after calibration that is based on the offset and slope characteristics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eLog-on-demand\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eStore measurement data at the press of a button\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAutoHold\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eFreezes displayed measurement reading upon stabilization\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eGLP Features\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGLP data including date, time, pH calibration buffers, offset, and slope\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGLP data stored with logged data for traceability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalibration timeout to alert the user at a defined interval when the calibration has expired\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eMultiple language selection\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e200 hour battery life with battery level displayed on measurement screen\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eMenu driven for ease of use with virtual-key extended functionality\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eContextual help at the press of a button\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eBacklit, graphic LCD\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eConnectivity\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003ePC connectivity via a sealed opto-isolated micro USB and HI92000 software\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHI98163\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eName\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProfessional Portable Meat pH Meter - HI98163\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003epH Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-2.0 to 20.0 pH; -2.00 to 20.00 pH; -2.000 to 20.000 pH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003epH Resolution\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.1 pH; 0.01 pH; 0.001 pH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003epH Accuracy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e±0.1; ±0.002 pH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003epH Calibration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eup to five point calibration, seven standard buffers available (1.68, 4.01, 6.86, 7.01, 9.18, 10.01, 12.45) + five custom buffers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003epH Temperature Compensation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003emanual or automatic from -20.0 to 120.0°C (-4.0 to 248.0°F)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003epH Input impedence\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10¹² Ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003emV Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e±2000 mV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003emV Resolution\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.1 mV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003emV Accuracy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e±0.2 mV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemperature Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-20.0 to 120.0°C (-4.0 to 248.0°F)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemperature Resolution\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.1°C (0.1°F)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemperature Accuracy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e±0.4°C (±0.8°F) (excluding probe error)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemperature Compensation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003emanual or automatic from -20.0 to 120.0°C (-4.0 to 248.0°F)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003epH Electrode\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFC2323 Foodcare PVDF body, pH electrode with internal temperature sensor, quick connect DIN connector and 1 m (3.3’ cable)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLogging Memory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200 samples (100 pH and 100 mV range)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnectivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eopto-isolated USB with optional HI 92000 software and micro USB cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAutomatic Shut-Off\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003euser selectable: 5, 10, 30, 60 min or can be disabled\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGLP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBattery Type\/Life\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.5V AA batteries (4) \/ approximately 200 hours of continuous use without backlight (50 hours with backlight)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP Protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP67\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnvironment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F); RH 100%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e185 x 93 x 35.2 mm (7.3 x 3.6 x 1.4”)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e400 g (14.2 oz.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrdering Info\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHI98163 is supplied with FC2323 PVDF body pH electrode, HI7004M pH 4.01 buffer solution (230 mL), HI7007M pH 7.01 buffer solution (230 mL), HI700630 electrode acid cleaning solution for meat grease and fat deposits sachet (2), 100 mL plastic beaker (2), 1.5V AA batteries (4), HI92000 PC software, HI920015 micro USB cable, instruction manual with quick start guide, instrument quality certificate and HI720161 hard carrying case\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eManuals\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/manuals.hannainst.com\/HI98163\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eProfessional Portable Meat pH Meter - HI98163\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hanna Instruments","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67871452561777,"sku":"HI98163","price":100325.25,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/9535\/5761\/files\/hi98163.jpg?v=1792646899","url":"https:\/\/hannainst.in\/products\/professional-portable-meat-ph-meter-hi98163","provider":"hanna","version":"1.0","type":"link"}