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Automatic Digital Refractometer RX-α series

Automatic Digital Refractometer RX-α series

Automatic Digital Refractometer RX-α series

Product catalog summary
Overview: ATAGO, founded in 1940, is a prominent manufacturer of optoelectronic products, particularly refractometers. The company manages the entire production process and operates globally with offices in several countries. ATAGO is dedicated to corporate social responsibility and has a history of aiding natural disaster victims.
Corporate Achievements: ATAGO was awarded the top "aaa" grade by Japan SME Rating in 2007 and 2008 for tax honesty and transparency. The "MASTER" hand-held refractometer series was recognized by the Tokyo Trial Purchase Program in 2009.
Product Specifications: ATAGO refractometers are renowned for their precision, with Brix accuracy of ±0.010% and Refractive Index accuracy of ±0.00002. They include a hygienic flat sample stage, a wide refractive index range, and automatic temperature compensation up to 70°C. The RX series offers exceptional accuracy for low viscosity samples.
Design and Usability: The RX-α series is designed for user-friendliness, featuring a simple interface, a durable metal body, easy-to-clean sample stages, connectivity options, and a large LCD display.
Applications: The RX-α series is utilized in various industries such as food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and petrochemicals for quality control by measuring refractive index and Brix values, essential for product development and compliance with standards like HACCP and ISO22000.
Customer Feedback: Customers from sectors like vegetable oil, pharmaceuticals, and beverages commend ATAGO for its product reliability, accuracy, and excellent customer service.
Conclusion: ATAGO's refractometers are valued for their precision and durability, backed by a strong legacy in optical instrument manufacturing. The company continues to innovate to meet the changing needs of its global customers.
Introduction: This document details the use of refractometers, specifically the RX-α series, for measuring Brix and refractive index, crucial for quality control in food and beverage production and industrial applications.
Specifications: The RX-α series refractometers are designed for high accuracy, suitable for measuring sugar content in jams, honey, syrups, and chemical solutions like hydrogen peroxide and alcohol. They feature automatic temperature compensation and user-programmable scales.
Applications:
  • Food and Beverage: Used for quality control in dairy, fruit juices, and soft drinks production. The RX-007α model is specialized for tea and unsweetened drinks.
  • Industrial Solutions: Monitors concentrations of cutting oils, coolants, and antifreeze for machinery functionality and longevity.
  • Cosmetics and Pharmaceuticals: Measures refractive index in products like eye drops and anti-itch medications.
Measurement System: The refractometers use an optical-refraction critical-angle detection system with an LED light source, constructed with durable materials like SUS 316 for the sample stage and artificial sapphire for the prism.
Standards and Compliance: ATAGO products comply with HACCP, GMP, and GLP standards. Software compliant with 21 CFR Part 11 is forthcoming, ensuring data integrity and security.
Accessories and Maintenance: Accessories include funnel-type flow cells and digital printers for data output. Regular maintenance, such as fan filter replacement and calibration, is recommended for optimal performance.
Calibration and Certification: ATAGO provides calibration services in line with ISO quality management systems, offering calibration certificates, traceability certificates, and diagrams to ensure accuracy and reliability.
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Recognizing Corporate Social Responsibility Established in 1940, ATAGO has continuously made strides in the research and development of a wide variety of optoelectronic products, specifically focusing on refractometers. ATAGO directly controls the entire production process - designing, developing, assembling, and shipping. Our products are used in a variety of industries; from food and beverage processing, to petrochemicals and metalworking. ATAGO has an established reputation as a trusted brand and enjoys the fullest confidence of end-users, not only in Japan but also in 154 countries worldwide. Our continuing global expansion includes the opening of ATAGO U.S.A. in Bellevue, WA in July 2002 to oversee the operations in North and Latin America. ATAGO INDIA Instruments Pvt. Ltd. in Mumbai, India was established as a sales office in February 2005, followed by ATAGO (THAILAND) Co., LTD in December 2009. ATAGO BRASIL Ltda. made a start in February 2010 to better serve the growing sugar industry in Brazil. The two most recent developments are the openings of ATAGO ITALIA s.r.l. in October of 2010 and ATAGO CHINA Guangzhou Co., Ltd. in March of 2011. While we have long enjoyed market presence domestically in japan, our service to the global market is becoming increasingly important. As a result, ATAGO is fully aware of our corporate responsibility as a member of the global community, and we seek to make a positive impact both locally and internationally. Below is the history of ATAGO's charitable assistance to those who have been victims of natural disasters. November 2004 Earthquake in Chuetsu, Niigata September 2005 Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans October 2005 Earthquake in Pakistan June 2006 Earthquake in Central Java April 2007 Earthquake in Noto Peninsula July 2007 Earthquake in the coast of Chuetsu, Niigata December 2007 Earthquake in Peru May 2008 Cyclone Nargis in Myanmar June 2008 Earthquake in Iwate/Miyagi Inland April 2009 Earthquake in Abruzzo January 2010 Earthquake in Haiti February 2010 Earthquake in Chile August 2010 Flood in Pakistan March 2011 Earthquake in New Zealand As new regulations and requirements are imposed in the marketplace, the competition is expected to become fiercer. Being true to our mission statement: "Create and Advance in Consonance," ATAGO is devoted to making strides in the research and development of scientific instruments to meet the ever-changing demands Standard & Poor's Rating Medium Sized Enter- This grade is presented independent credit ratings. Standard & Poor's lence from the Itabasi parent business model Tokyo Trial Purchase Program selected by the Tokyo Trial Through this program, Tokyo Metropolis experimentally provides marketing support size manufacturers. All ATAGO refractometers are designed and manufactured in Japan. HACCP GMPlGLP ATAGO products comply with HACCP, <£*ATAGO CO.,LTD. Headquarters: The Front Tower Shiba Koen, 23rd Floor 2-6-3 Shiba-koen, Minato-ku, Tokyo 105-0011, Japan [email protected] http ://www.atago.net/ <£*ATAGD IIMDIA Instruments Pub Ltd. <£*ATAGO (THAILAND) c^ud. (£*ATAGO BRASIL Ltda. ATAGO CHINA G^nozhouCcLtd. * Specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice. Presence of Those Who Have Reached the Summit Digital Refractometers RX-D< series The World's Highest Standard of Technology Stemming from Over Half a Century of Expertise

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A Wide Selection to Meet Every Measurement Need Beautiful, Functional Design. User - Tested Ease of Use. True Quality Never Becomes Obsolete . It Only Gets Better with Time . World's Highest Standard of Accuracy The RX series are the most accurate of ATAGO refractometers programmed with a trusted and advanced algorithm. The epitome of which boasts the accuracy of ±0.000010 nD and ±0.005% Brix. Most Accurate and Full Range The world's highest level of accuracy Brix: ±0.010%, Refractive Index: ±0.00002 Brix value displayed to the 3rd decimal place Ergonomically Designed Layout The RX-α series was...

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Application Examples Measurement Method Inspection : Vegetable oil manufacturer The RX-α series is designed for extremely easy and simple uses. Instruments can be operated with only two buttons - the ZERO key for zero-setting, and the START key for measurements. Simple operation without compromising the accuracy level. The Refractive Index of vegetable oil is listed in JAS (Japan Agricultural Standard) and therefore is an important value to check within quality control. We switched from an Abbe refractometer to the RX-7000α after we evaluated a demo unit to check the consistency of the readings....

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application Trivia: One drop dispensed from a bottle is approximately 0.05ml, of which 0.02ml actually stays in the eye. The most effective way of administrating is to keep the eye closed for about two minutes after [Facial masks] Glycerin: Rl 1.4740 Cream forms a moisturizing membrane for the skin. Ingredients vary from mud, seaweed, oils, cucumber, bran, aloe, lemon, sake lees, honey, molasses, flour, and even bush warblers' droppings. [Soap] Soap: Brix 24.12% Soap may have been first discovered when ancient people noticed that their hands were cleaner when washed with a mixture of wood ashes...

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