This hand-held, digital penetrometer is designed to quickly measure fruit firmness levels while using microprocessor technology to provide increased accuracy and ease of use. Fruit firmness is the universally accepted measure of ripeness making this tool indispensable for harvesting and shipping.

Features:

• Automatic power off
• Included software allows data to be collected and stored (software is a Beta version and may have some functionality issues)
• Supplied with carrying case, software, USB cable, RS-232 cable, operation manual, 8 mm and 11 mm tips

• Ranges:

  • 11 mm Tip: 0.5 to 25 lb (0.2 to 11 kg)
  • 8 mm Tip: 0.8 to 48 lb (0.4 to 22 kg)
• Resolution: 0.01 to 22 lb (10 kg); otherwise 0.1
• Accuracy: ± 1% + 0.1
• Units: kg, lb, N, Pa
• Power: Four AAA batteries (not included)
• Environment: 32°F to 113°F (0 to 45°C); 0 to 90% RH
• Dimensions: 8.0" x 2.4" x 1.3"
• Weight: 230 g