Honey Refractometer

Honey Refractometer is an optical device that enables beekeepers to accurately determine the water content and sugar concentration in honey. The optical refractometer uses the refraction of light, which is displayed on a scale in the eyepiece as an interface between the illuminated and non-illuminated area. This scale is used to measure the percentage of water and sugar content. A refractometer is particularly helpful during honey extraction, when the beekeeper takes samples from the honeycomb and applies them to the refractometer to easily see the values in the eyepiece.
How to use a honey refractometer? Use the plastic spoon to spread a thin layer of honey over the prism of the refractometer, cover it with the cover plate, and after about 30 seconds of stabilization, point the refractometer toward a light source. In the eyepiece, you will see a scale where the blue-white borderline indicates the measured value. Always clean the device thoroughly after each measurement.
Refractometers are equipped with automatic temperature compensation in the range of 10–30 °C. The device is calibrated at the factory, but it is recommended to check and calibrate it every two years.
Measuring the water content in honey is crucial for maintaining honey quality and preventing fermentation. It is recommended that honey contains no more than 20% water.