What does it mean by always keep ph probe wet with water?
331266
It means keep it in PH balanced oil or water. Honestly its a pain in the ass which is why i no longer have mine.
284671
The probe appears to be sealed in rubber. To be sure it waterproof I would encapsulate it in silicone.
86915
Wash probe by hand being careful NOT to immerse in water. So the answer is NO. :)
1111386
It is not recommended. This is meant to be used as a calibration solution to calibrate pH meters. If you need to adjust the pH up or down, we recommend using a pH Up or Down Adjustment solution.
2132361
Yes. I put the probe tip in ice water and got the reading down as low as 35° F. Just don't get the entire probe wet or it will short out.
1210086
I don't have a specific answer, but perhaps ph neutral water and glycerin have something to do with Nascent Iodine retaining its "nascent state"
2143962
clean, ph readywatertobottom of pump.turn it on. keep water temp 70- 78 degrees
1894911
No - the instructions clearly state that the cable should not be placed in water! To clean the probe, just wipe off the tip with a cloth or napkin. Don't let the cable get wet. I have owned one for years, and it has always worked fine until recently. I had to replace the cable.
1048507
The test strip you are using is not accurate/sterile enough to accurately test the PH of water...One thing that everyone should know about these (and other) pH test strips is that they work based on the TDS (total dissolved solids) that are present in the water you are testing. If you are trying to test a true distilled water (with nothing in it, no TDS) the strips won't be effective and I'd recommend you use a test drop for the water sample.
1269895
I don't measure my own pH, I just measured how these drops affected different kinds of water. Three drops generally improved 16oz of water by 2-3 pH. As for my own pH, I just kind of know how I feel through my joints, energy, etc.
1858205
If they are not used and sit on the self they maintain the high pH. Once the seed germinates the pH level slowly decreases. The pH stays high easily past the point where the roots push through the bottom of the block. And yes, very good for Aquaponics systems.
1049007
Youre right, the PH range is 0-14. the picture reads 18.3 because the meter was turned on without being submerged in anything.
1936242
You might want to check whatever meter you're using. I have a digital pH meter that consistently measure the pH of this water over 10.
1217501
Put into a mesh media bag to keep it from going all over the place. After that it shouldn't affect anything other then your pH.
409606
I have not used this probe in boiling water. This would be a question for the manufacturer, www.taylorusa.com/kitchen/thermometers Consumer Help & Support 1-866-843-3905. Good Luck!
428947
That's a good question and I don't know exactly. It is always indicating temperature; air temperature, the temp in the compost pile, etc. Wherever it is, it reads the temp. A compost pile is wet by nature but not usually liquid. If it were completely sealed I would say there is no reason why it wouldn't work for liquid. But there are two small holes about two inches from the point. What they are for I don't know: To equalize pressure? To allow heat to penetrate into the tube to effect a reading? Anyway, I am sure it will read water temperature but whether the holes will allow corrosion to develop and cause premature failure or not is the question. I hope this helps at least a little bit. :) That's a good question and I don't know exactly. It is always indicating temperature; air temperature, the temp in the compost pile, etc. Wherever it is, it reads the temp. A compost pile is wet by nature but not usually liquid. If it were completely sealed I would say there is no reason why it wouldn't work for liquid. But there are two small holes about two inches from the point. What they are for I don't know: To equalize pressure? To allow heat to penetrate into the tube to effect a reading? Anyway, I am sure it will read water temperature but whether the holes will allow... » Read More That's a good question and I don't know exactly. It is always indicating temperature; air temperature, the temp in the compost pile, etc. Wherever it is, it reads the temp. A compost pile is wet by nature but not usually liquid. If it were completely sealed I would say there is no reason why it wouldn't work for liquid. But there are two small holes about two inches from the point. What they are for I don't know: To equalize pressure? To allow heat to penetrate into the tube to effect a reading? Anyway, I am sure it will read water temperature but whether the holes will allow corrosion to develop and cause premature failure or not is the question. I hope this helps at least a little bit. :) « Show Less
196834
That may be a question for Oregon Scientific. The probe is designed to withstand heat. Boiling oil sounds extreme. Maybe a timer (which it has) and a little trial and error would work.