Bluelab Conductivity / EC Pen

The Bluelab Conductivity Pen is a compact and reliable tool designed for accurately measuring the conductivity and temperature of your nutrient solutions.

Essential for hydroponic and soil-based growers alike, this pen ensures your plants receive the optimal nutrient levels for healthy growth. Its durable, waterproof design and user-friendly features make it a trusted companion for both home and commercial growers.

Key Features:

• Measures Conductivity and Temperature:
  Provides quick and precise readings of nutrient strength and solution temperature, aiding in optimal plant nutrition management.

• Selectable Units for Conductivity and Temperature:
  Customize your measurements with options to display conductivity in EC, CF, PPM 500 (TDS), or PPM 700 scales, and temperature in °C or °F.

• Backlit LCD Display:
  Ensures clear visibility of readings, even in low-light environments.

• Calibration Optional:
  Factory calibrated for convenience, with an optional calibration feature for those who prefer periodic recalibration.

• Successful Calibration Indicator:
  Displays a check mark to confirm successful calibration, providing confidence in your readings.

• Hold Reading Function:
  Allows you to freeze the current measurement on the display for easy recording.

• Low Battery Indicator:
  Alerts you when the battery needs replacement, ensuring uninterrupted use.

• Fully Waterproof:
  Designed to withstand wet conditions and will float if accidentally dropped into a solution.

• Auto-Off Function:
  Conserves battery life by automatically turning off after 4 minutes of inactivity.

• Automatic Temperature Compensation (ATC):
  Ensures accurate conductivity readings regardless of temperature fluctuations.

• Powered by 1 x AAA Alkaline Battery:
  Includes a replaceable AAA battery, allowing you to start measuring immediately.

Why You’ll Love It:

Maintaining the correct nutrient concentration and solution temperature is vital for plant health and yield. The Bluelab Conductivity Pen simplifies this process with its accurate measurements and intuitive design. Its waterproof and durable construction ensures it can withstand the rigors of daily use, while features like the backlit display and hold function enhance usability. Whether you're a hobbyist or a professional grower, this pen provides the essential data needed to optimize your growing conditions.

FAQs:

Is the Bluelab Conductivity Pen suitable for hydroponic systems?
Yes, it's specifically designed to measure nutrient solutions in hydroponic setups, ensuring your plants receive the correct nutrient concentrations.

Can I use this pen for soil-based gardening?
While primarily intended for liquid nutrient solutions, it can be used to measure runoff solutions in soil-based systems to monitor nutrient levels.

How often should I calibrate the pen?
The pen comes factory calibrated and doesn't require frequent calibration. However, if you choose to calibrate, it's a straightforward process, and the pen provides a successful calibration indicator for assurance.

What is the temperature range it can measure?
The Bluelab Conductivity Pen measures temperatures from 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F), accommodating a variety of growing environments.

Is the device waterproof?
Yes, the pen is fully waterproof and designed to float if dropped into a solution, making it durable and reliable for everyday use.