Rotronic HygroLab Benchtop Water Activity Meter
- FDA 21 CFR Part 11 compliant with additionally available validation documents
- AW Quick function for fast measurement results (typically 4-5 minutes)
- 4-channel benchtop display unit for measurement of water activity, relative humidity and temperature
- Automatically generated measurement report after every measurement
- Regular software updates with new functions and remote access (by PC or tablet)
- Description
- Additional information
- Specifications
Description
The Rotronic HygroLab is a sophisticated laboratory instrument designed for precise water activity measurements.
Key Features:
- Multi-Channel Measurement: It typically features a 4-channel design, allowing for simultaneous or asynchronous measurements of multiple samples.
- AW Quick Function: This feature enables rapid water activity measurements, providing results in a significantly shorter time (typically 4-5 minutes) compared to traditional methods.
- User-Friendly Interface: It boasts a modern, touch-screen interface for easy operation.
- Connectivity: It offers connectivity options, including USB ports and network capabilities, enabling remote control and data transfer.
- Data Management: It can generate automatic measurement reports and facilitates data logging.
- Calibration capabilities: The device is used to calibrate and adjust relative humidity and temperature probes.
- Industry Compliance: It can be configured to comply with regulations like FDA 21 CFR Part 11, which is essential for pharmaceutical applications.
Applications:
- It’s widely used in quality control and research and development laboratories across various industries, including:
- Pharmaceuticals
- Food processing
- Cosmetics
- Tobacco
- And many others.
In essence, the Rotronic HygroLab is a high-precision instrument that provides accurate and efficient water activity measurements, making it a valuable tool for ensuring product quality and stability. The HygroLab has a modern interface for clear and simple measurement of water activity. It is operated using a touch screen interface. The water activity meter can also be connected to the internet for remote control or for free available software updates with many new functionalities. The measurements can thus be observed and the measurement reports downloaded from anywhere at any time. Documents (IQ/OQ) for the vaildation are also additionaly available for the HygroLab.
Additional information
| Brand | Rotronic |
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| General specifications | |
| Order code | HygroLab |
| Operating range | 0…40 °C (32…104 °F) / 0…80 %RH |
| Parameters shown | AW, %RH, °C, °F, Dp |
| Dimensions | 215×146×79 mm |
| Accuracy @ 23 °C ± 5 % (HC2A-AW) | ± 0.008 AW / 0.8 %rh / ±0.1 K |
| Long-term stability (HC2A-AW) | < 1 %rh / year (Normal conditions) |
| AW2Q1u5icmkmMode | Yes |
| Display | 7 ” LCD capacitive touch screen |
| Power button | Push button (with RGB light indicator) |
| Trend display | Yes |
| Clock | Real time clock provides a time stamp for every measurement |
| Storage capacity | 16 GB |
| Power supply | 12 VDC 2.0 A 24 W Max (AC adapter) |
| Power supply plugs | CH (EU & UK) / US |
| Probe connections | 4 x HC2 station probe
(HC2A-S or HC2A-AW) |
| USB (A) types | 2 x 2.0 and 2 x 3.0 |
| USB power supply | 5 V / 500 mA |
| Measurement interval | 15 s for AW measurement or 5 s for data logging |
| Start-up time | 30 s |
| Software update | Over internet or USB |
| Protocols (values) | Date, time, AW / RH, °C / °F, Dp, AW setpoint, Serial No., etc. |
| HygroSoft compatible | No |
| Acoustic alarm | No |
| Calculations | Dew Point |
| Delivery package | • HygroLab
• Power adapter • Pen • Short instruction manual |
| Housing / Mechanics | |
| Housing material | Aluminum, ABS, stainless steel |
| Weight | 1.02 kg (2.25 lbs) |
| Conformity with standards | |
| CE conform | CE 2014/30/EU |
| FDA compliant | FDA 21 CFR Part 11 compliant
with optional validation document (IQ/OQ) |
| Conformity Declaration | CE and UKCA |
| IP protection rating | IP30 |
