The compact photometer PF-3 is the smallest photometer in the MACHEREY-NAGEL range.
The PF-3 is equipped with three LEDs generating three different wavelengths and is available in 5 different versions. Each version can analyse a particular set of parameters, which are vital to analyse in the respective area of application. All versions come in three different options including a box with the photometer, a rugged case with photometer and accessories, or a case with pre-packed reagents.
The PF-3 can handle both our convenient NANOCOLOR tube tests, as well as the economical VISOCOLOR test kits.
PF-3 Overview
PF-3 Pool - For pools / spas Parameter: TA, Cya, pH, Cl2, ...PF-3 Drinking Water - For drinking water analysis Parameter: ClO2, Cl2, pH, Fe, F-, ...PF-3 Soil - For soil analysis Parameter: NH4-N, NO3-N, PO4-P, K+, ...PF-3 COD - For mobile COD analysis CODPF-3 Fish - For fishing water analysis
Technical Data
Type: LED photometer with microprocessor control, self-test and auto calibrationOptics: LED + interference filtersInsensitive to external light for quick measurements without cuvette slot coverWavelengths: Depending on version, 3 wavelengths possibleWavelength accuracy: ? 2 nm, bandwidth at half transmission 10??12 nmMeasuring modes: Pre-programmed tests (NANOCOLOR tube tests, VISOCOLOR ECO and VISOCOLOR Powder Pillows tests)Cuvette slot: Tubes 16 mm ODMemory: 50 resultsDisplay: Self-explanatory menu guidance, plastic foil keypadAll important data at a glance: Result with unit, date, timeOperation: Self-explanatory menu guidance, plastic foil keypad, test selection via parameter listsPower supply: 3 AA batteries, rechargeable batteries, USB interface; optional internal accu-packHousing: Water proof according to IP 68 (1 h, 1 m)Dimensions: 170 x 95 x 68 mm VISOCOLOR Reagent Range Please Note:??no tubes supplied with refill packs
VISOCOLOR Reagents Range
VISOCOLOR alpha uses colorimetric, as well as titrimetric procedures.
VISOCOLOR ECO presents a product group of colorimetric and titrimetric test kits which avoids hazardous substances wherever possible
VISOCOLOR HE test kits are highly sensitive colorimetric test kits.
VISOCOLOR Powder Pillows presents a product group of photometric test kits which combine easy dosing of reagents with photometric precision
VISOCOLOR Accessories
Compact Photometers with?VISOCOLOR Reagents?
PF-3 can handle both NANOCOLOR tube tests, as well as the economical VISOCOLOR test kits
PF-12Plus?is tailor-made for? mobile analysis and is equipped with more than 100 pre-programmed methods and additional functions
VISOCOLOR reagent cases includes Pre-packed VISOCOLOR reagent cases and VISOCOLOR reagent cases for individual combination
VISOCOLOR School reagent case is especially designed for schools and caters to the needs of both students and teachers
A full overview of all reagents and equipment can be found in the VISCOLOR Brochure. Updates July 2020
NANOCOLOR Potassium 50?(REF 985045) has been improved. The change is introduced from LOT 45004, which is available from stock as of 20th July 2020.
The test is now produced with an integrated ammonium compensation. The modified recipe allows a simple determination of potassium in the presence of an ammonium interference up to a concentration of 200 mg/L NH4-N, which is unique?in the market.
The use of the additional ammonium compensation reagent (REF 918045) is therefore no longer necessary. Additional information on this topic will be part of our upcoming water news mailing.
Please note, that the test procedure has changed.
An update of the photometers is not required.
Please find the new product information within the following link.
June 2020
Updates
New Photometer Updates
Update for NANOCOLOR??UV/VIS II?und VIS II
Update for NANOCOLOR??UV/VIS?und VIS
Update for NANOCOLOR?500D, 400D und PF-12
Update for Compact photometer PF-12Plus
Note: Please save your special methods and measurement data prior to the update. More information can be found in the customer information
Changes
Macherey Nagel will leave out the blank cuvettes for?the following test kits:
985003 Ammonium 3
985004 Ammonium 10
985005 Ammonium 50
985006 Ammonium 200
985008 Ammonium 100
985009 Lead 5
985012 COD 60000
985019 Chloride 200
985021 Chloride 50
985023 COD 10000
985028 COD 15000
985029 COD 1500
985035 DEHA 1
985041 Formaldehyde 8
985045 Potassium 50
985046 Formaldehyde 10
985050 organic Acids 3000
985056 Molybdenum 40
985079 Phosphate 50
985085 Starch 100
985091 Thiocyanate 50
985097 Tin 3
Test kits that require a blank cuvette?even in current photometers will still be equipped with this cuvette.?This applies for the following test kits:
963026 COD 160 Hg-free
985007 AOX 3
985015 Carbonate Hardness 15
985075 TOC 30
985078 TOC 300
985098 Aluminum 07
For old photometers (PF-11 etc.) asking for blank guidance is available here.?
The?NANOCOLOR??500 D?filter photometer is being?phased out this year?after more than 10 years on the market.??Currently, a certain, but limited, number of devices is still available.??Macherey Nagel will continue to offer support for the device. Spare parts will still be available.
The?NANOCOLOR??500 D will be replaced by the new device, the?NANOCOLOR??Advance. Information is?an upcoming instrument soon.
Servicing Servicing Options Available
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Have you considered your servicing requirements? Much like a car, scientific instruments may need a bit of care to keep them working reliably and at their most accurate.
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The Allschoolabs Service Department have over 60 years experience in scientific instrumentation. We have a number of highly qualified internal and field-based service engineers able to perform a variety of jobs including preventative maintenance servicing and calibration.
Allschoolabs can offer yearly service contracts which include two main types of preventative maintenance/calibration services ? the back to base service and an engineer visit to your site. These options are can be offered with differing turn around times depending on the instrument type and your requirements along with loan instruments if available.
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A typical preventative maintenance service includes the following:
Inspection and testing of the unit
Dismantling, cleaning and inspection of the key parts
Correction of minor defects including adjustments if necessary
Reassembly and testing
Take post adjustment / cleaning readings
Supply of calibration certificate
Return of the item to you (back to base services)
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Request a quote for your servicing requirements today.
Quote Request Feefo Reviews Product Attachments NANOCOLOR Analysis System Brochure (1.92 MB) PF-3_Photomters (584.11 kB)