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AK405

MAX - Portable color meter

Portable Max-line photometer for water colour using a high-precision sensor, with GLP, data logging and IP65 housing.

AK405 MAX - Portable color meter
0 to 500 PCUColor Range
± 3 PCU +3% readingColor Accuracy

Overview

Water color analysis is crucial to assess its quality and to identify the presence of contaminants. The color of the water can indicate the presence of dissolved and suspended substances, such as organic compounds, metals and algae, which can affect human health and the environment. In drinking water, changes in color can signal contamination, which impacts water taste, odor and safety. In natural bodies of water, color can indicate the presence of algae and pollutants, which helps to monitor the ecosystem. In industrial and treatment processes, water color can influence efficiency and cleanliness of the treated water.

It has a GLP (good laboratory practice) function, allowing you to check the date the product was calibrated, the standards used and the calibration expiration date (optional). It also has quick and easy user firmware updates, guaranteeing the longevity of your product. Akso’s AK405 Color Max is a meter designed to provide fast and accurate measurements of water color using an advanced, highprecision sensor.

This portable instrument combines a compact design with an intuitive digital interface, making it easy to use and offering instant readings. The AK405 Color Max includes a display with interactive messages, battery level indication, and is available in four languages: Portuguese, English, Spanish and Italian.

AK405 AK405 MAX - Portable color meter

In detail

AK405 MAX Color photometer performs digital readout measurements quickly and efficiently using the Platinum-Cobalt method, which is considered the standard method for measuring colour in drinking water and natural waters.

The measurement of this parameter is used to assess the potability of water.

The AK405 Color photometer performs True and Apparent colour analyses in the range of 0 to 500 PCU, where true colour is the result of measuring filtered water, i.e. without suspended solids.

Apparent colour is the result obtained without filtering the sample.

AK405 AK405 MAX - Portable color meter

Specifications

Measurement Specifications
Parameter Range Resolution Accuracy
Color 0 to 500 PCU 1 PCU ± 3 PCU +3% reading
General Specifications
Memory 2,000 record groups
Power supply 3.7 VDC (rechargeable battery)
Operating humidity 10 to 90 % RH (non-condensing)
Dimensions 95 x 80 x 190 mm
Weight 300 g (with battery)
Communication USB (USB cable for power and PC communication)
Display backlight Adjustable OLED backlight
Charge indicator Battery level indicator
Light source LED
Wavelength 405 nm
Measuring cell Glass cuvette Ø 24.9 mm
Languages Portuguese, English, Spanish, Italian
Operating temperature 0 to 50 °C
Measurement method Platinum-cobalt (PCU) colorimetric method, ISO 7887:2011 — true and apparent colour
Calibration points 5 points: 0, 20, 100, 300, 500 PCU

What's in the kit

  • 2 × 15 mL measuring cuvettes — AK4550
  • 1 cuvette with ultrapure water for zeroing (0 PCU)
  • 1 syringe for collection
  • 1 syringe filter kit
  • Colour standards: 0, 20, 100, 300 and 500 PCU
  • 1 cleaning and drying cloth
  • 1 USB cable for power and PC communication
  • 1 AC/DC adapter (100–240 Vac / 5 Vdc) — AK1077
  • 1 carrying and storage case
AK405 kit contents

Accessories

Replacement parts, calibration solutions, and maintenance supplies for the AK405.

Liquid reagent for Free & Total Chlorine (150 tests)

AK4001

Liquid reagent for Free & Total Chlorine (150 tests)

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Liquid reagent for Free & Total Chlorine (300 tests)

AK4002

Liquid reagent for Free & Total Chlorine (300 tests)

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Liquid reagent for Free Chlorine (150 tests)

AK4003

Liquid reagent for Free Chlorine (150 tests)

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Liquid reagent for Free Chlorine (300 tests)

AK4004

Liquid reagent for Free Chlorine (300 tests)

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AK4550

AK4550

Cuvette for MAX Photometers

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