Refractometers are essential and versatile tools for automobile, solar system, heating system, heat pump, and other machinery / system maintenance and diagnostics. These precision instruments provide accurate measurements of various fluid concentrations, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency, while preventing costly engine damage in harsh weather conditions.

The devices can assess the antifreeze levels in cooling water and windshield washer fluid, ensuring that vehicles and equipment can withstand extreme temperatures and maintain visibility in adverse conditions. The content of various antifreeze agents such as ethylene glycol, propylene glycol, methanol, G11, G12, G13, and SRF1 can all be measured via refractometers. Different car manufacturers have different requirements for the devices, which is the reason for the different designs. For example, the refractometer used by the VW/Audi group is similar to our REF404 type. Other manufacturers prefer different scale divisions. For example, the scale for the REF404/REF414 type was specifically tailored to the coolant fluids G11 and G12.

With the ability to determine the battery status by measuring the electrolyte density, refractometers help prevent battery failure. Additionally, these devices can measure the concentration of AdBlue (Urea), crucial for reducing nitrogen oxide emissions in diesel engines.

Explore our range to find the perfect tool for your antifreeze testing needs.