{"product_id":"apera-sx620-compact-ph-pen-tester-kit","title":"Apera SX620 Compact pH and Temperature Tester Kit","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;width:100%;max-width:1400px;margin:0 auto;color:#26332C;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.75;\" id=\"bts-sx620-description\"\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;padding:clamp(20px,4vw,48px);border:1px solid #B7D0BF;background:#F1F7F3;border-radius:14px;\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;align-items:center;gap:clamp(24px,4vw,48px);\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;flex:1 1 340px;min-width:0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:.76rem;font-weight:600;letter-spacing:.12em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#245B45;margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eAPERA INSTRUMENTS \/ SX620 \/ AI223\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:clamp(24px,4vw,34px);font-weight:600;line-height:1.2;letter-spacing:-.02em;color:#245B45;margin:0 0 20px;\"\u003eA slim pH tester.\u003cbr\u003eThree buffers and replaceable sensing.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.75;margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003eSX620 combines a narrow replaceable probe, temperature display and automatic calibration in a compact case. Supplied pH buffers and 3M KCl storage solution support routine testing of compatible water-based samples. Its 0.01 pH resolution makes small reading changes visible without guaranteeing that accuracy for every sample.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.75;margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003eChoose SX620 for regular aqueous solutions and vessels that accommodate its probe. Current US kit AI223 is a standalone pH\/temperature tester, not a connected meter or specialist electrode.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;flex:1 1 340px;min-width:0;\"\u003e\u003cfigure style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;margin:0;min-width:0;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-hero-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875\u0026amp;width=1000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-hero-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875\u0026amp;width=360 360w, https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-hero-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875\u0026amp;width=640 640w, https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-hero-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875\u0026amp;width=1000 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width:600px) calc(100vw - 80px), 560px\" alt=\"SX620 pH and temperature tester with protective cap\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1500\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;max-width:340px;height:auto;object-fit:contain;box-sizing:border-box;margin:0 auto;\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:.86rem;line-height:1.65;color:#5D6C63;margin-top:12px;\"\u003eSX620 combines pH and temperature readings in a slim body with a replaceable sensing assembly.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"bts-compact-kit-guide\" style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;border:1px solid #FF931A;border-radius:10px;margin:24px 0;background:white;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;display:flex;justify-content:space-between;gap:16px;padding:20px;background:#FF931A;color:#172b4d;border-radius:10px;cursor:pointer;line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:1;min-width:0;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display:block;font-size:clamp(17px,2.6vw,21px);font-weight:700;\"\u003eWhich meter kit fits my measurement?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bts-sp-when-closed\" style=\"display:block;font-size:.88rem;margin-top:5px;\"\u003eClick or tap to compare all three compact configurations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bts-sp-when-open\" style=\"font-size:.88rem;\"\u003eClick or tap here to close the guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bts-sp-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"flex:0 0 38px;width:38px;height:38px;display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:center;border-radius:50%;background:white;font-size:27px;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;padding:20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.75;margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003eEach card opens that model page. Match the supplied electrode and documented sample method. pH and conductivity-derived NaCl food salinity are different measurements. Match the parameter and meter format before comparing accessories; optional items are not supplied unless the exact kit list says so.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"bts-compact-kit-link\" data-compact-kit=\"SX610\" href=\"https:\/\/bluetigerscientific.com\/products\/apera-sx610-compact-ph-pen-tester-kit\" style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:14px;flex:1 1 300px;min-width:0;padding:18px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;background:white;border-radius:9px;text-decoration:none;color:#26332C;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx610-hero-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875\u0026amp;width=200\" alt=\"Apera SX610\" width=\"72\" height=\"72\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:72px;height:72px;flex:0 0 72px;object-fit:contain;background:white;\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;flex:1;min-width:0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:1.1rem;font-weight:700;line-height:1.3;margin:0 0 4px;color:#245B45;\"\u003eSX610\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:.76rem;margin:0 0 9px;\"\u003eAI221\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:.95rem;font-weight:600;line-height:1.5;margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003eSimple pH spot checks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:.86rem;line-height:1.65;margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eSlim replaceable probe and one-point pH 7.00 calibration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline-block;padding:6px 9px;border-radius:5px;background:#FFF0DD;font-size:.85rem;font-weight:700;\"\u003eView SX610 →\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca class=\"bts-compact-kit-link\" data-compact-kit=\"SX620\" href=\"https:\/\/bluetigerscientific.com\/products\/apera-sx620-compact-ph-pen-tester-kit\" aria-current=\"page\" style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:14px;flex:1 1 300px;min-width:0;padding:18px;border:2px solid #FF931A;background:#FFF9F0;border-radius:9px;text-decoration:none;color:#26332C;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-hero-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875\u0026amp;width=200\" alt=\"Apera SX620\" width=\"72\" height=\"72\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:72px;height:72px;flex:0 0 72px;object-fit:contain;background:white;\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;flex:1;min-width:0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:1.1rem;font-weight:700;line-height:1.3;margin:0 0 4px;color:#245B45;\"\u003eSX620\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:.76rem;margin:0 0 9px;\"\u003eAI223\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:.95rem;font-weight:600;line-height:1.5;margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003eFiner pH display\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:.86rem;line-height:1.65;margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003e0.01 pH resolution and up to three calibration points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline-block;padding:6px 9px;border-radius:5px;background:#FFF0DD;font-size:.85rem;font-weight:700;\"\u003eCurrent item\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca class=\"bts-compact-kit-link\" data-compact-kit=\"5053\" href=\"https:\/\/bluetigerscientific.com\/products\/apera-5053-food-nacl-salinity-tester\" style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:14px;flex:1 1 300px;min-width:0;padding:18px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;background:white;border-radius:9px;text-decoration:none;color:#26332C;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-5053-5053-hero-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875\u0026amp;width=200\" alt=\"Apera 5053\" width=\"72\" height=\"72\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:72px;height:72px;flex:0 0 72px;object-fit:contain;background:white;\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;flex:1;min-width:0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:1.1rem;font-weight:700;line-height:1.3;margin:0 0 4px;color:#245B45;\"\u003e5053\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:.76rem;margin:0 0 9px;\"\u003eAI237\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:.95rem;font-weight:600;line-height:1.5;margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003eNaCl food-salinity checks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:.86rem;line-height:1.65;margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eConductivity-derived NaCl weight percentage, not pH or marine ppt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline-block;padding:6px 9px;border-radius:5px;background:#FFF0DD;font-size:.85rem;font-weight:700;\"\u003eView 5053 →\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003csection style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;padding:clamp(28px,5vw,56px) 0;border-bottom:1px solid #B7D0BF;\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:clamp(24px,4vw,34px);font-weight:600;line-height:1.2;letter-spacing:-.02em;color:#245B45;margin:0 0 20px;\"\u003eChoose the electrode for the sample.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;flex:1 1 240px;min-width:0;padding:24px;background:#fff;border:1px solid #DCE6DF;border-radius:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:1.07rem;font-weight:600;color:#245B45;margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eA narrow probe, not a universal fit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.75;margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003eThe current SX625 replacement specification gives a 10 mm probe diameter. Check your vessel opening, available immersion depth and clearance before use. The original test-tube photograph illustrates one arrangement, not a promise to fit every tube or measure a specified minimum volume. Avoid pressing the glass tip against the vessel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;flex:1 1 240px;min-width:0;padding:24px;background:#fff;border:1px solid #DCE6DF;border-radius:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:1.07rem;font-weight:600;color:#245B45;margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eKeep the meter when the probe ages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.75;margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003eThe sensing assembly is replaceable. Apera currently identifies SX625 for SX620, while the linked US manual contains an inconsistent SX615 replacement reference. Use the current SX625 compatibility listing when ordering. Replace a probe that cannot meet your response or verification requirements after appropriate cleaning and calibration; lifespan estimates are not guarantees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;flex:1 1 240px;min-width:0;padding:24px;background:#fff;border:1px solid #DCE6DF;border-radius:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:1.07rem;font-weight:600;color:#245B45;margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003epH and temperature together\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.75;margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003eThe LCD shows pH, temperature and completed-calibration icons. One CAL\/power button handles operations. Temperature units switch between Celsius and Fahrenheit; the tester shuts down after ten minutes without operation. The display illustration is an example, not a performance certificate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;padding:clamp(28px,5vw,56px) 0;border-bottom:1px solid #B7D0BF;\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;align-items:center;gap:clamp(24px,4vw,48px);\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;flex:1 1 340px;min-width:0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:clamp(24px,4vw,34px);font-weight:600;line-height:1.2;letter-spacing:-.02em;color:#245B45;margin:0 0 20px;\"\u003eKnow what this configuration supplies.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-label=\"Included item table\" role=\"region\" style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;overflow-x:auto;width:100%;max-width:100%;\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\u003ctable style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:1rem;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;table-layout:fixed;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;background:#f5f5f5;text-align:left;padding:12px;font-size:1rem;font-weight:700;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;width:50%;overflow-wrap:anywhere;min-width:0;\"\u003eIncluded item\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;background:#f5f5f5;text-align:left;padding:12px;font-size:1rem;font-weight:700;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;width:50%;overflow-wrap:anywhere;min-width:0;\"\u003eOrder contents\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;padding:12px;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.6;vertical-align:top;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;width:32%;font-weight:600;width:50%;overflow-wrap:anywhere;min-width:0;\"\u003eSX620 pH\/temperature tester\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;padding:12px;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.6;vertical-align:top;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;width:50%;overflow-wrap:anywhere;min-width:0;\"\u003eAI223 kit with fitted replaceable sensing assembly and protective cap.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;padding:12px;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.6;vertical-align:top;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;width:32%;font-weight:600;width:50%;overflow-wrap:anywhere;min-width:0;\"\u003eThree pH buffers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;padding:12px;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.6;vertical-align:top;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;width:50%;overflow-wrap:anywhere;min-width:0;\"\u003eOne bottle each of pH 4.00, 7.00 and 10.01; actual bottle volumes require confirmation.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;padding:12px;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.6;vertical-align:top;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;width:32%;font-weight:600;width:50%;overflow-wrap:anywhere;min-width:0;\"\u003e3M KCl storage solution\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;padding:12px;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.6;vertical-align:top;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;width:50%;overflow-wrap:anywhere;min-width:0;\"\u003eIncluded small bottle; actual volume requires confirmation. Bulk refill bottles are optional.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;padding:12px;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.6;vertical-align:top;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;width:32%;font-weight:600;width:50%;overflow-wrap:anywhere;min-width:0;\"\u003eCompact carrying case\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;padding:12px;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.6;vertical-align:top;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;width:50%;overflow-wrap:anywhere;min-width:0;\"\u003eFitted case organizes the meter and included solutions.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;padding:12px;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.6;vertical-align:top;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;width:32%;font-weight:600;width:50%;overflow-wrap:anywhere;min-width:0;\"\u003eCR2032 power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;padding:12px;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.6;vertical-align:top;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;width:50%;overflow-wrap:anywhere;min-width:0;\"\u003eTwo coin cells required; no extra spare pair promised.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;flex:1 1 340px;min-width:0;\"\u003e\u003cfigure style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;margin:0;min-width:0;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-kit-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174876\u0026amp;width=1000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-kit-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174876\u0026amp;width=360 360w, https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-kit-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174876\u0026amp;width=640 640w, https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-kit-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174876\u0026amp;width=1000 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width:600px) calc(100vw - 80px), 560px\" alt=\"Open SX620 case with three buffer bottles and storage solution\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1000\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;max-width:500px;height:auto;object-fit:contain;box-sizing:border-box;margin:0 auto;\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:.86rem;line-height:1.65;color:#5D6C63;margin-top:12px;\"\u003eIncluded: tester, pH 4.00, 7.00 and 10.01 buffers, 3M KCl solution and case. Bottle volumes remain unverified.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;padding:clamp(28px,5vw,56px) 0;border-bottom:1px solid #B7D0BF;\"\u003e\u003cfigure style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;width:100%;max-width:620px;margin:0 auto;min-width:0;\" data-mfr-feature=\"sx620-pocket\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-pocket-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875\u0026amp;width=1000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-pocket-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875\u0026amp;width=360 360w, https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-pocket-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875\u0026amp;width=640 640w, https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-pocket-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875\u0026amp;width=1000 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width:600px) calc(100vw - 80px), 560px\" alt=\"Original manufacturer photograph of the compact case carried in a pocket\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1250\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;max-width:700px;height:auto;object-fit:contain;box-sizing:border-box;margin:0 auto;\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:.86rem;line-height:1.65;color:#5D6C63;margin-top:12px;\"\u003eThe case organizes the kit for transport. Pocket fit varies; keep bottles capped and protect the probe.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;padding:clamp(28px,5vw,56px) 0;border-bottom:1px solid #B7D0BF;\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:clamp(24px,4vw,34px);font-weight:600;line-height:1.2;letter-spacing:-.02em;color:#245B45;margin:0 0 20px;\"\u003eMatch the sample and preparation method.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;flex:1 1 240px;min-width:0;padding:24px;background:#fff;border:1px solid #DCE6DF;border-radius:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:1.07rem;font-weight:600;color:#245B45;margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eRoutine aqueous checks\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.75;margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003eApplications include compatible hydroponic solutions, pool water and aquaculture water. This tester does not measure chlorine, conductivity or dissolved oxygen; pH alone cannot establish water quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;flex:1 1 240px;min-width:0;padding:24px;background:#fff;border:1px solid #DCE6DF;border-radius:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:1.07rem;font-weight:600;color:#245B45;margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eSmall-vessel teaching\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.75;margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003eThe slim form supports demonstrations of rinsing, calibration and stabilization in suitably sized vessels. Compare samples at consistent temperatures and record the conditions. The pocket-case photograph illustrates portability; actual pocket fit depends on clothing and how the case is carried.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;flex:1 1 240px;min-width:0;padding:24px;background:#fff;border:1px solid #DCE6DF;border-radius:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:1.07rem;font-weight:600;color:#245B45;margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eSelect chemistry before selecting range\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.75;margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003eApera limits ordinary glass-bulb probes to general water solutions at moderate temperature. Strong acids or alkalis, organic solvents, protein-rich, viscous, turbid and low-ion samples need an appropriately selected electrode. The electronic pH range is not a chemical-compatibility guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;padding:clamp(28px,5vw,56px) 0;border-bottom:1px solid #B7D0BF;\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;align-items:center;gap:clamp(24px,4vw,48px);\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;flex:1 1 340px;min-width:0;\"\u003e\u003cfigure style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;margin:0;min-width:0;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-tube-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875\u0026amp;width=1000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-tube-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875\u0026amp;width=360 360w, https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-tube-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875\u0026amp;width=640 640w, https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-tube-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875\u0026amp;width=1000 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width:600px) calc(100vw - 80px), 560px\" alt=\"SX620 physical fit in a tube, with sensing head above liquid; not a measurement or immersion guide\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1300\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;max-width:500px;height:auto;object-fit:contain;box-sizing:border-box;margin:0 auto;\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:.86rem;line-height:1.65;color:#5D6C63;margin-top:12px;\"\u003ePhysical-fit illustration only: the sensing head is above the pictured liquid. This is not a measurement or minimum-immersion guide. Follow the operating instructions to immerse the sensing end correctly; check actual tube clearance rather than assuming every nominal 10 mm tube fits.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;flex:1 1 340px;min-width:0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:clamp(24px,4vw,34px);font-weight:600;line-height:1.2;letter-spacing:-.02em;color:#245B45;margin:0 0 20px;\"\u003eStart at pH 7.\u003cbr\u003eUse standards that bracket the work.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.75;margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003eRinse the probe with distilled water and gently remove excess rinse water. Immerse it in fresh pH 7.00 buffer, stir gently, then hold still until the reading stabilizes. Hold CAL for about two seconds to enter calibration. Let the automatic sequence complete before moving to another standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.75;margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003eRinse between standards. Add pH 4.00 for acidic samples, pH 10.01 for alkaline samples, or both for work spanning a broader range. The manual recommends calibration at least weekly; your procedure may require more frequent checks. No user-entered custom-buffer calibration is documented. Automatic recognition does not eliminate stabilization time or contaminated-buffer errors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.75;margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003eAfter calibration, rinse again and immerse in the sample without striking the sensing tip. Stir gently, hold still and wait for a stable result. The manufacturer specifies automatic temperature compensation over 0 to 60°C, but the current SX625 probe listing limits the probe to 0 to 50°C. Do not treat compensation as permission to exceed probe limits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;padding:clamp(28px,5vw,56px) 0;border-bottom:1px solid #B7D0BF;\"\u003e\u003cfigure style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;width:100%;max-width:620px;margin:0 auto;min-width:0;\" data-mfr-feature=\"sx620-calibration\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-calibration-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875\u0026amp;width=1000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-calibration-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875\u0026amp;width=360 360w, https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-calibration-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875\u0026amp;width=640 640w, https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-calibration-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875\u0026amp;width=1000 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width:600px) calc(100vw - 80px), 560px\" alt=\"Original SX620 calibration illustration with the pen in buffer\" width=\"1400\" height=\"1400\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;max-width:620px;height:auto;object-fit:contain;box-sizing:border-box;margin:0 auto;\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:.86rem;line-height:1.65;color:#5D6C63;margin-top:12px;\"\u003eStart with pH 7.00, then add 4.00 or 10.01 as appropriate. Allow stabilization; the source claim of calibration in seconds is not a total-workflow guarantee.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;padding:clamp(28px,5vw,56px) 0;border-bottom:1px solid #B7D0BF;\"\u003e\u003cfigure style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;width:100%;max-width:620px;margin:0 auto;min-width:0;\" data-mfr-feature=\"sx620-applications\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-applications-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875\u0026amp;width=1000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-applications-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875\u0026amp;width=360 360w, https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-applications-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875\u0026amp;width=640 640w, https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-applications-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875\u0026amp;width=1000 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width:600px) calc(100vw - 80px), 560px\" alt=\"Manufacturer application collage with water and education examples\" width=\"1600\" height=\"500\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;max-width:620px;height:auto;object-fit:contain;box-sizing:border-box;margin:0 auto;\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:.86rem;line-height:1.65;color:#5D6C63;margin-top:12px;\"\u003eExamples shown: hydroponics, pools, aquariums, environmental monitoring, education, spas, aquaculture and cooling towers. Only compatible regular aqueous samples at moderate temperature; not blanket chemical suitability.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;padding:clamp(28px,5vw,56px) 0;border-bottom:1px solid #B7D0BF;\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:clamp(24px,4vw,34px);font-weight:600;line-height:1.2;letter-spacing:-.02em;color:#245B45;margin:0 0 20px;\"\u003eUnderstand the sensing end and probe housing.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;align-items:center;gap:24px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;flex:1 1 300px;min-width:0;\"\u003e\u003cfigure style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;width:100%;max-width:620px;margin:0 auto;min-width:0;\" data-mfr-feature=\"sx620-slim\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-slim-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875\u0026amp;width=1000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-slim-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875\u0026amp;width=360 360w, https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-slim-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875\u0026amp;width=640 640w, https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-slim-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875\u0026amp;width=1000 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width:600px) calc(100vw - 80px), 560px\" alt=\"Original slim SX620 probe comparison beside a pencil\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1400\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;max-width:480px;height:auto;object-fit:contain;box-sizing:border-box;margin:0 auto;\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:.86rem;line-height:1.65;color:#5D6C63;margin-top:12px;\"\u003eSlim-form comparison only. Current SX625 probe diameter is 10 mm; check vessel opening and immersion clearance.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;flex:1 1 300px;min-width:0;\"\u003e\u003cfigure style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;margin:0;min-width:0;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-replacement-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875\u0026amp;width=1000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-replacement-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875\u0026amp;width=360 360w, https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-replacement-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875\u0026amp;width=640 640w, https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-replacement-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875\u0026amp;width=1000 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width:600px) calc(100vw - 80px), 560px\" alt=\"Detached SX620 replacement sensing assembly\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1400\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;max-width:480px;height:auto;object-fit:contain;box-sizing:border-box;margin:0 auto;\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:.86rem;line-height:1.65;color:#5D6C63;margin-top:12px;\"\u003eReplaceable sensing assembly. The current compatible replacement is SX625; the linked US manual has an inconsistent SX615 reference.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;flex:1 1 300px;min-width:0;\"\u003e\u003cfigure style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;width:100%;max-width:620px;margin:0 auto;min-width:0;\" data-mfr-feature=\"sx620-sensor-tip\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-sensor-tip-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875\u0026amp;width=720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-sensor-tip-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875\u0026amp;width=360 360w, https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-sensor-tip-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875\u0026amp;width=640 640w, https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-sensor-tip-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875\u0026amp;width=720 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width:600px) calc(100vw - 80px), 560px\" alt=\"Original SX625 close-up of the glass bulb within its protective guard\" width=\"720\" height=\"1000\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;max-width:480px;height:auto;object-fit:contain;box-sizing:border-box;margin:0 auto;\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:.86rem;line-height:1.65;color:#5D6C63;margin-top:12px;\"\u003eGlass-bulb sensing with a built-in temperature sensor. Current probe limits are 0–14.00 pH and 0–50°C, narrower than the meter display range.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;padding:clamp(28px,5vw,56px) 0;border-bottom:1px solid #B7D0BF;\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;align-items:center;gap:clamp(24px,4vw,48px);\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;flex:1 1 340px;min-width:0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:clamp(24px,4vw,34px);font-weight:600;line-height:1.2;letter-spacing:-.02em;color:#245B45;margin:0 0 20px;\"\u003eRinse the sensor.\u003cbr\u003eStore with the recommended solution.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.75;margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003eAfter measurement, rinse with distilled water, gently remove excess water and replace the protective cap. The exact SX620 manual recommends a few drops of the supplied 3M KCl storage solution in the cap. Rinse water and storage solution serve different purposes; do not substitute a rinse-water bath for the specified storage routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.75;margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003eFor contamination, the manual describes soap-water cleaning with a soft brush, followed by distilled-water rinsing and recalibration after several hours. Handle the glass bulb gently rather than scrubbing or scraping it. Protect electrical connections during replacement. IP57 is the manual's enclosure rating, not approval for unrestricted immersion or chemical exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;flex:1 1 340px;min-width:0;\"\u003e\u003cfigure style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;width:100%;max-width:620px;margin:0 auto;min-width:0;\" data-mfr-feature=\"sx620-storage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-storage-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875\u0026amp;width=920\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-storage-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875\u0026amp;width=360 360w, https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-storage-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875\u0026amp;width=640 640w, https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-storage-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875\u0026amp;width=920 920w\" sizes=\"(max-width:600px) calc(100vw - 80px), 560px\" alt=\"Actual storage-solution bottle cropped from the SX620 kit photograph\" width=\"920\" height=\"360\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;max-width:500px;height:auto;object-fit:contain;box-sizing:border-box;margin:0 auto;\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:.86rem;line-height:1.65;color:#5D6C63;margin-top:12px;\"\u003eThe kit includes 3M KCl storage solution. The manual recommends a few drops in the protective cap; the supplied bottle volume is not verified.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;padding:clamp(28px,5vw,56px) 0;border-bottom:1px solid #B7D0BF;\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;align-items:center;gap:clamp(24px,4vw,48px);\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;flex:1 1 340px;min-width:0;\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;align-items:center;gap:24px;\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;flex:1 1 300px;min-width:0;\"\u003e\u003cfigure style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;width:100%;max-width:620px;margin:0 auto;min-width:0;\" data-mfr-feature=\"sx620-controls\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-controls-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875\u0026amp;width=600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-controls-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875\u0026amp;width=360 360w, https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-controls-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875\u0026amp;width=600 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width:600px) calc(100vw - 80px), 560px\" alt=\"Original SX620 CAL and power control close-up\" width=\"600\" height=\"1000\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;max-width:240px;height:auto;object-fit:contain;box-sizing:border-box;margin:0 auto;\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:.86rem;line-height:1.65;color:#5D6C63;margin-top:12px;\"\u003eOne CAL\/power button. Hold CAL about two seconds after the buffer reading stabilizes; use the manual for the temperature-unit switch sequence.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;flex:1 1 340px;min-width:0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:clamp(24px,4vw,34px);font-weight:600;line-height:1.2;letter-spacing:-.02em;color:#245B45;margin:0 0 20px;\"\u003eRead the scale. Check calibration.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.75;margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003eUse the controls only for the measurement and calibration functions documented for this exact tester. Check the displayed value, unit and any documented calibration indicator before assigning a result to a sample. Screen values in photographs are illustrative, not sample results. The model-specific record and output workflow is explained below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.75;margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003eFollow the exact parameter-specific calibration procedure, using the required standard, solution or calibration atmosphere. Temperature compensation does not make different sample temperatures, preparation methods or chemistry equivalent. Follow the model-specific meter and electrode instructions before extending the method to a new sample.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;padding:clamp(28px,5vw,56px) 0;border-bottom:1px solid #B7D0BF;\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;align-items:center;gap:clamp(24px,4vw,48px);\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;flex:1 1 340px;min-width:0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:clamp(24px,4vw,34px);font-weight:600;line-height:1.2;letter-spacing:-.02em;color:#245B45;margin:0 0 20px;\"\u003eRead directly.\u003cbr\u003eRecord the sample context yourself.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.75;margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003eNo app, Bluetooth, stored-result memory or export is documented. Record sample identity, pH, temperature and calibration checks yourself. Calibration icons indicate completed points, not independent certification of a sample reading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.75;margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003eThe manual specifies a temperature display range of 0 to 60°C, 0.1°C resolution and ±0.5°C accuracy. ATC addresses the electrode's temperature-dependent response, not every temperature-driven change in sample chemistry. Compare readings under controlled conditions rather than assuming compensation converts every sample to a common reference-temperature pH.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;flex:1 1 340px;min-width:0;\"\u003e\u003cfigure style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;width:100%;max-width:620px;margin:0 auto;min-width:0;\" data-mfr-feature=\"sx620-lcd\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-lcd-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875\u0026amp;width=651\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-lcd-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875\u0026amp;width=360 360w, https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-lcd-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875\u0026amp;width=640 640w, https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-lcd-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875\u0026amp;width=651 651w\" sizes=\"(max-width:600px) calc(100vw - 80px), 560px\" alt=\"Original SX620 LCD showing example pH, temperature and L M H calibration symbols\" width=\"651\" height=\"571\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;max-width:500px;height:auto;object-fit:contain;box-sizing:border-box;margin:0 auto;\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:.86rem;line-height:1.65;color:#5D6C63;margin-top:12px;\"\u003eExample display: pH, temperature and completed calibration points. These icons do not certify the sample result; no stored-result export is documented.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;padding:clamp(28px,5vw,56px) 0;border-bottom:1px solid #B7D0BF;\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:clamp(24px,4vw,34px);font-weight:600;line-height:1.2;letter-spacing:-.02em;color:#245B45;margin:0 0 20px;\"\u003eCompare another pocket-testing workflow.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.75;margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003eAlternative format: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bluetigerscientific.com\/products\/apera-instruments-value-series-ph20-pocket-ph-tester-ph-meter-kit\" style=\"color:#245B45;text-decoration:underline;font-weight:600;\"\u003eApera PH20 Waterproof Pocket pH Tester Kit (AI209)\u003c\/a\u003e. The linked pH tester has a different body, sensing end and kit format. Compare its own range, calibration and contents; do not assume replacement probes are interchangeable. Compare the exact supplied sensors, measurement parameter, accessories and data features rather than assuming similar model names mean identical kits.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;padding:28px 0;line-height:1.15;\" id=\"bts-sx620-faq\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:1.1rem;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003eSX620 buyer questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #e0e0e0;border-radius:8px;margin-bottom:10px;background:white;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;padding:14px 16px;cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.15;\"\u003eWhich batteries does SX620 use?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 16px 14px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:.97rem;line-height:1.6;margin:0;\"\u003eTwo CR2032 coin cells, not AA or AAA batteries. The exact US manual specifies this power source and a low-battery replacement indicator.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #e0e0e0;border-radius:8px;margin-bottom:10px;background:white;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;padding:14px 16px;cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.15;\"\u003eWhat buffers and storage solution are included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 16px 14px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:.97rem;line-height:1.6;margin:0;\"\u003epH 4.00, 7.00 and 10.01 buffers plus 3M KCl storage solution. Their bottle volumes are not stated in the verified US page or manual; confirm actual supplied sizes before relying on a quantity. Large refill bottles shown under parts are separate accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #e0e0e0;border-radius:8px;margin-bottom:10px;background:white;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;padding:14px 16px;cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.15;\"\u003eCan I choose my own calibration values?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 16px 14px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:.97rem;line-height:1.6;margin:0;\"\u003eNo custom-value mode is documented. SX620 recognizes the three specified buffer values and supports one, two or three calibration points.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #e0e0e0;border-radius:8px;margin-bottom:10px;background:white;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;padding:14px 16px;cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.15;\"\u003eIs the full displayed range suitable for every sample?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 16px 14px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:.97rem;line-height:1.6;margin:0;\"\u003eNo. The meter manual lists −1 to 15.00 pH, while the current SX625 probe lists 0 to 14.00 pH and 0 to 50°C. Use compatible regular aqueous samples within the probe limits.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #e0e0e0;border-radius:8px;margin-bottom:10px;background:white;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;padding:14px 16px;cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.15;\"\u003eHow accurate is the pH reading?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 16px 14px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:.97rem;line-height:1.6;margin:0;\"\u003eThe exact US manual specifies ±0.01 pH ±1 digit with 0.01 pH resolution. Resolution is not accuracy; calibration, probe condition, sample chemistry and temperature still affect the measurement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #e0e0e0;border-radius:8px;margin-bottom:10px;background:white;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;padding:14px 16px;cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.15;\"\u003eWhich replacement probe should I order?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 16px 14px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:.97rem;line-height:1.6;margin:0;\"\u003eApera's current SX620 parts listing and exact replacement page identify SX625. The SX615 reference inside the US manual conflicts with those current sources and should not guide replacement selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #e0e0e0;border-radius:8px;margin-bottom:10px;background:white;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;padding:14px 16px;cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.15;\"\u003eAre extra solutions or a second probe included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 16px 14px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:.97rem;line-height:1.6;margin:0;\"\u003eNo second probe or bulk refill set is listed as included. The kit has its fitted sensing assembly, three buffers, storage solution and case. Replenishment solutions, spare-parts packs and replacement probes are separate purchases.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #e0e0e0;border-radius:8px;margin-bottom:10px;background:white;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;padding:14px 16px;cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.15;\"\u003eWhat warranty applies?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 16px 14px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:.97rem;line-height:1.6;margin:0;\"\u003eThe current US limited warranty runs from delivery: two years for the instrument and six months for the probe. It covers qualifying material\/workmanship defects. Exclusions include accidental damage, improper use, normal wear, transportation, storage, failure to follow instructions, unauthorized maintenance, modifications, combinations or use, unauthorized repair, and external causes such as accidents or abuse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;padding:28px;background:#F1F7F3;border:1px solid #B7D0BF;border-radius:12px;\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:clamp(24px,4vw,34px);font-weight:600;line-height:1.2;letter-spacing:-.02em;color:#245B45;margin:0 0 20px;\"\u003eConfirm the exact configuration before ordering.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-weight:300;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.75;margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003eReview SX620 AI223 against the sample, supplied electrode and documented method. Return to the live price and ordering controls when the configuration fits your work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#\" style=\"color:#245B45;text-decoration:underline;font-weight:600;\"\u003eBack to price and ordering ↑\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Apera Instruments","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52969951559978,"sku":"BTS-AI223","price":97.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/apera-sx620-sx620-hero-20261016-compact3.webp?v=1792174875","url":"https:\/\/bluetigerscientific.com\/products\/apera-sx620-compact-ph-pen-tester-kit","provider":"Blue Tiger Scientific","version":"1.0","type":"link"}