Re: [RE-wrenches] Hydrometer source

2011-05-09 Thread Dana
since 1988" Do not ever believe anything, but seriously trust through action. From: re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] On Behalf Of North Texas Renewable Energy Inc Sent: Monday, May 09, 2011 9:05 AM To: RE-wrenches Subject: Re: [R

[RE-wrenches] Hydrometer source

2011-05-09 Thread Dana
Your local NAPA auto parts has several grades of refractometers and back when we used hydrometers they cut pretty good deal if you purchased 10+. Check first to see which one is the better, I have not bought any in 5 years. Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc E - d...@solarwork.com V - 970.62

[RE-wrenches] Hydrometer source

2011-05-09 Thread Dana
I have probably put this out before - we use refractometers a light refracted measuring device. Works on Propylene glycol, ethylene glycol and battery electrolyte. You take 1 drop out of the battery to test VS. 1/8 cup. I think it is less invasive. The reading is instantaneous. No jiggling and d

Re: [RE-wrenches] Hydrometer source

2011-05-09 Thread William Miller
A 700-1145. $12.00 I am starting to look at digital Refractometers. Any recommendations? Rob Shappell From: re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] On Behalf Of Dave Palumbo Sent: Monday, May 09, 2011 8:18 AM To: 'RE-wrenches' Subje

Re: [RE-wrenches] Hydrometer source

2011-05-09 Thread North Texas Renewable Energy Inc
http://www.rwctesting.com/engine.htm RWC carries refractometer type hydrometers that are much more accurate and easy to read. SG reads 1 .100 to 1.400 in 0.01 increments, temp compensation is automatic, F or C scale. Doesn't need to be flushed out after each use to remain accurate and best of a

Re: [RE-wrenches] Hydrometer source

2011-05-09 Thread Kirk
mmendations? > > > > Rob Shappell > > > > From: re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org > [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] On Behalf Of Dave Palumbo > Sent: Monday, May 09, 2011 8:18 AM > To: 'RE-wrenches' > Subject:

Re: [RE-wrenches] Hydrometer source

2011-05-09 Thread Rob Shappell
, 2011 8:18 AM To: 'RE-wrenches' Subject: Re: [RE-wrenches] Hydrometer source We used to buy temperature compensated hydrometers from AEE to include with the sale of a battery bank for off grid customers. My sales person says AEE is no longer carrying that item. I believe they were mad

Re: [RE-wrenches] Hydrometer source

2011-05-09 Thread Ken Schaal
We get them from our Deka warehouse-- Ken - Original Message - From: "Howie Michaelson" To: "RE-wrenches" Sent: Monday, May 09, 2011 8:44 AM Subject: Re: [RE-wrenches] Hydrometer source Hi Dave, I've had luck at various automotive/hardware stores fi

Re: [RE-wrenches] Hydrometer source

2011-05-09 Thread Bill Loesch
ay, May 09, 2011 7:17 AM Subject: Re: [RE-wrenches] Hydrometer source We used to buy temperature compensated hydrometers from AEE to include with the sale of a battery bank for off grid customers. My sales person says AEE is no longer carrying that item. I believe they were mad

Re: [RE-wrenches] Hydrometer source

2011-05-09 Thread Christopher Warfel
New England Solar carries them at a reasonable price. On 5/9/2011 8:17 AM, Dave Palumbo wrote: We used to buy temperature compensated hydrometers from AEE to include with the sale of a battery bank for off grid customers. My sales person says AEE is no longer carrying that item. I believe the

Re: [RE-wrenches] Hydrometer source

2011-05-09 Thread Howie Michaelson
Hi Dave, I've had luck at various automotive/hardware stores finding appropriate (5/1000's gradations) hydrometers for under $10. They are not temp compensated however. Howie -- Howie Michaelson NABCEP Certified Solar PV Installer™ Sun Catcher, LLC Renewable Energy Systems Sales and Service VT

Re: [RE-wrenches] Hydrometer source

2011-05-09 Thread Dave Palumbo
We used to buy temperature compensated hydrometers from AEE to include with the sale of a battery bank for off grid customers. My sales person says AEE is no longer carrying that item. I believe they were made by Dekka. Recommendations for a new source for battery hydrometers in the $8 to $ 15