Hanna Instruments-98118 GroLine Waterproof Hydroponic pH & Temperature Tester

Hanna Instruments

This GroLine pocket pH Tester is an affordable way to measure the pH of hydroponic nutrient solutions. The maintaining of an optimal pH is essential to maximise optimum growth. The general rule of thumb is that as pH increases the solubility of minerals and nutrients decrease. It is important that nutrients are soluble for plants to uptake and use for growth. The pH of nutrient solution can also affect the bacteria that fix nitrogen for the plant to use. Every plant has optimum pH levels for growth. Below is a table for the ideal pH range for a variety of plants.\n\nThe HI-98118 can be used to measure the pH in soils as well as nutrient solutions. To measure the pH of soil as a slurry it is recommended to use a mixture of 1 part soil to 1 part water. The slurry is allowed to rest for 10 minutes so that the solids will settle out and the pH of liquid above can be measured.\n\nThe HI-98118 is an advanced meter while maintaining simplicity. The front of the meter has two buttons. One isg