“Water is the most critical resource issue of our lifetime and our children’s lifetime. The health of our waters is the principal measure of how we live on the land.” – Luna Leopold
According to the US Environmental Protection Agency drinking water standard stipulates that the pH range of drinking water is 6.58.5, and the TDS of drinking water should be controlled below 500 mg/L(500ppm), while for non-drinking water such as spring water and bottled water, the TDS should not exceed 1000 mg/L(1000ppm).
Why Should You Measure TDS and PH Levels?
Naturally, mineral water has no smell or taste. A change in the TDS and PH level changes the texture and taste, making the water unfit for consumption.
From the experiments of some scientists, the following problems were found; some of the reasons why you should measure the TDS and PH level of your drinking water are:
*Taste (high TDS level can make the water salty and/or bitter).
*Health Concerns (water with high TDS level will not have a drastic impact on your health but the high level of lead or copper can make you fall sick).
*Cooking (TDS level above 1000 ppm can change the way the food tastes).
Q: What is the best TDS level for drinking water?
A: Generally, the TDS level between 50-500ppm is considered as the most suitable and acceptable. TDS levels below 50 can be considered high-quality drinking water.
Note: If the content is less than 80ppm, it is called soft water; if the content is between 80ppm-160ppm, it is called hard water; if it is above 300ppm, it is called very hard water.;
Q: Is Low TDS level bad or harmful for health?
A: If the TDS level is about 1000 PPM, it is unsafe and unfit for human consumption.
pH and TDS in Drinking Water: Generally, proper pH levels in water aid in the absorption of essential minerals like Calcium, Magnesium, and Potassium. It should be noted that: acidic water can irritate the gastrointestinal system, potentially causing stomach upset and other health issues. Therefore, we recommend that you ensure the safety of your drinking water through a water quality tester.
Multi-functional Water Quality Tester:
This 5 in 1 ph meter could be widely used in many water quality testing situations, drinking water, water purification applications, aquaculture, hydroponic, swimming pool, hot spa, water treatment, food, make wine and so on.
Balance Salt Levels in a Pool:
Does your pool have the right amount of salt? The ideal salt level of pool is between 2700-3400 ppm with 3200 ppm being optimal. This salinity tester will help you determine if the salt levels in the pool are adequate or not. The test range for salt : 0-200000ppm. (1ppt=1000ppm, when ppm figure is over 9999ppm, the meter automatically changes to ppt ).
pH, EC and TDS Requirements in Plants:
TDS/PH plays a pivotal role in making the nutrients in your solution soluble so that they can be accessed by your plants. At the same time, they are also environmental indicators for the survival of aquatic organisms. Behind every thriving plant is a gardener who cares for her carefully. Through this 5 in 1 PH tester, you can easily grasp the ph environmental factors of plant growth.
Aquarium Fish Tank Test Tool:
Detecting water parameters accurately such as salt and pH levels are fast and easy with this Aquarium test meter. With just a single ph pen already enables you to test your water accurately and keep your tank clean and maintain a safe environment for your dearest water pets.
Specifications:
PH
Test range: 0.00-14.00 PH
Accuracy: 0.05 PH
TDS
Test range:
0 - 200000 ppm (parts per million)
10.1 -100 ppt (part per trillion)
Accuracy:
2% F.S
Conductivity
Test range:
0 - 200000 µs/cm
10.1 - 200 ms/cm
Accuracy:
2% F.S
Salinity
Test range:
0.01%-25%
0-10000 ppm, 10.1-200 ppt
Accuracy:
0.01%-5%( 0.1%)
5.1%-25%( 0.1%)
2% F.S
Three Display Designs for Salinity Test: PPM + PPT + %. For Swimming Pool Salt Test : 0-9999ppm; Seawater Test: 10-200ppt (1ppt=1000ppm, when ppm figure is over 9999ppm, the meter automatically changes to ppt ). For Food Test : 0.01-25%.
Temperature
Test range:
Degrees Celsius: 0 - 60C
Fahrenheit: 32 - 140F
Package Including:
1x 5 in 1 TDS Meter
1x Manual
1x Color Box
3x Pcak PH Calibration Powder