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Titration & electrochemistry

Dissolved Oxygen Meter

Measures the amount of oxygen dissolved in a liquid using an electrochemical or optical (luminescence) sensor. Used for water systems, fermentation, nitrogen-purged formulations and environmental testing.

  • Pharmaceutical
  • Biotech
  • Environmental
  • Food & beverage
  • Aquaculture
  • Power generation
Photo of a Dissolved Oxygen Meter
Photo: Nuno Nogueira (Nmnogueira), CC BY-SA 2.5 (cropped), via Wikimedia Commons
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE

Maintenance checklist

Daily / each use

  • Air calibration or calibration check
  • Inspect membrane or sensor cap
  • Rinse after use

Monthly

  • Zero check in oxygen-free solution
  • Clean the membrane or sensor cap gently
  • Check the temperature reading against a reference thermometer

As needed / annual

  • Replace membrane and electrolyte (electrochemical)
  • Replace the optical sensor cap at the interval given by the supplier
  • Service and calibration of the meter
SAFETY

Safety precautions

Before you work on the DO meter
  • Sodium sulphite zero solutions are mild irritants: wear gloves and eye protection.
  • Electrolyte solutions for electrochemical probes may be alkaline: avoid skin contact.
  • Keep meters away from flammable gases unless rated for such areas.
In LimsPulse · Calibration Management

Keep every DO meter in control: usage logs, calibration and maintenance schedules, and automatic blocking of overdue instruments.

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