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Digital Refractometer AE-D Series – AELAB

The AELAB AE-D Series Digital Refractometer is a top-tier, high-precision instrument tailored for laboratory professionals who demand accuracy and speed. With an ultra-wide Brix range of 0.0–94.0%, built-in Automatic Temperature Compensation (ATC), and a rapid 2-second measurement time, this compact device delivers consistent, lab-grade results across diverse applications. From food quality control to clinical analysis and industrial testing, the AE-D Series offers durability, portability, and unmatched reliability — all powered by a rechargeable lithium battery and protected with IP67-rated sensor housing.
Modles : AE-D101~AE-D102~AE-D103~AE-D104~AE-D105~AE-D106~AE-D107~AE-D201~AE-D202~AE-D301~AE-D401~AE-D501~AE-D601~AE-D602~AE-D603~AE-D604
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The AE-D Series Refractometer is an advanced, high-precision instrument designed for quick and accurate measurement of Brix and temperature in liquid samples. With a wide measurement range from 0.0% to 94.0% Brix, it ensures versatility across a variety of applications, including food, beverage, agriculture, and chemical industries. Featuring a resolution of 0.1% Brix and 0.1°C, this refractometer provides precise and reliable results, with an impressive accuracy of ±0.1% Brix and ±0.3°C. The automatic temperature compensation (ATC) feature ensures that readings are accurate even under fluctuating temperature conditions, with both the environment and sample temperature ranging from 0°C to 40°C.

The AE-D Series is equipped with an easy-to-read digital display and boasts a rapid measurement time of just 2 seconds, allowing for efficient testing in fast-paced environments. The device is powered by a rechargeable 18650 lithium battery, making it a cost-effective and environmentally friendly solution for continuous use. Additionally, the IP67 protection class ensures that the sensor is durable and resistant to water and dust, making it suitable for a wide range of industrial environments. The refractometer is compact yet robust, with dimensions of 180mm x 100mm x 55mm and a weight of 365g (excluding the battery), providing easy handling and portability.


Feature :

  1. Wide Measurement Range:

    • Brix range from 0.0% to 94.0%, making it suitable for a variety of liquids across different industries.

  2. High Precision and Accuracy:

    • Resolution: 0.1% Brix and 0.1°C.

    • Accuracy: ±0.1% Brix and ±0.3°C, ensuring reliable results for critical measurements.

  3. Automatic Temperature Compensation (ATC):

    • Accurate readings even with fluctuating sample and environment temperatures (0°C to 40°C).

  4. Fast Measurement Time:

    • Get quick results in just 2 seconds, improving efficiency in high-demand environments.

  5. Compact and Lightweight:

    • Dimensions: 180mm x 100mm x 55mm, weighing just 365g (without battery), making it portable and easy to handle.

  6. Durable Construction:

    • IP67 protection for the sensor, ensuring resistance to water and dust, suitable for harsh environments.

  7. Rechargeable Power Supply:

    • Powered by an 18650 rechargeable battery, offering sustainable use and reducing operational costs.

  8. Small Sample Volume:

    • Requires only >0.4ml of sample liquid, ideal for small or precious samples.

  9. User-Friendly Digital Display:

    • Clear and easy-to-read display for hassle-free operation and result interpretation.

  10. Versatile Applications:

    • Ideal for industries like food, beverage, agriculture, and chemicals, where precise Brix measurements are essential.

 

🧪 Recommended Models by Use Case

Tailored choices for your application 👇

Use Case Recommended Model Application Details
General Lab & Industry AE-D102 Full-range Brix (0.0–94.0%) & RI testing
Food & Beverage QC AE-D101 / AE-D104 For Brix and fructose-specific analysis
Honey Analysis AE-D301 Brix, moisture content, Be°, and RI
Wine & Alcohol Testing AE-D401 Alcohol %, Brix, and Oechsle (Oe)
Clinical Use AE-D501 Urine, serum protein, and RI measurements
Automotive & Coolant Testing AE-D601–604 Ethylene glycol, brake fluid, battery acid
Aquaculture / Sea Water AE-D202 Salinity, chlorinity, RI for marine labs

 

🔬 Ideal For

Precision where it counts ✅

  • 🔹 Food & Beverage Labs – Quality control for sugar content, juices, honey, wine

  • 🔹 Agricultural Research – Crop sugar level monitoring, plant sap testing

  • 🔹 Chemical & Industrial Use – Solution concentration and chemical mix testing

  • 🔹 Clinical Laboratories – Urine and serum diagnostics

  • 🔹 Environmental Monitoring – Seawater salinity and chlorinity

  • 🔹 Automotive Service Labs – Antifreeze, battery, and brake fluid testing

Specifications :

Measurement range  Brix 0.0~94.0% Resolutions (Brix) 0.1%, 0.1℃
Accuracy (Brix) ±0.1%

±0.3℃

Environment Temperature 0~40℃
Measurement Temperature 0~40℃ (ATC) Sample volume needed > 0.4ml
Measure time 2S Power Supply 18650 rechargeable battery
Protection class IP67 for the sensor Dim /G.W 180(W)x100(D)x55(H)mm

365g(excluding battery)

 

Series Model Scale’s Name Scale’s No. Range Resolution Accuracy
Brix% AE-D101 Brix S01 0.0-50.0% 0.1% ±0.1%
Refractive Index S02 1.3330-1.4200nD 0.0001nD ±0.0002nD
AE-D102 Brix S01 0.0-94.0% 0.1% ±0.1%
Refractive Index S02 1.3330-1.5290nD 0.0001nD ±0.0002nD
AE-D103 Dextran S01 0.0-10.6% 0.1% ±0.1%
Refractive Index S02 1.3330-1.4200nD 0.0001nD ±0.0002nD
AE-D104 Fructose S01 0.0-68.9% 0.1% ±0.1%
Refractive Index S02 1.3330-1.5290nD 0.0001nD ±0.0002nD
AE-D105 Glucose S01 0.0-59.9% 0.1% ±0.1%
Refractive Index S02 1.3330-1.5290nD 0.0001nD ±0.0002nD
AE-D106 Lactose S01 0.0-16.5% 0.1% ±0.1%
Refractive Index S02 1.3330-1.4200nD 0.0001nD ±0.0002nD
AE-D107 Maltose S01 0.0-15.6% 0.1% ±0.1%
Refractive Index S02 1.3330-1.4200nD 0.0001nD ±0.0002nD
Salinity AE-D201

(sodium chloride NaCl)

Salinity S01 0.0-28.0% 0.1% ±0.1%
Salinity S02 0-280‰ 1‰ ±1‰
Specific gravity S03 1.000-1.217 0.001 ±0.001
Refractive Index S04 1.3330-1.4200nD 0.0001nD ±0.0002nD
AE-D202

(sea water)

Salinity S01 0-100‰ 1‰ ±1‰
Chlorinity S02 0-57‰ 1‰ ±1‰
Specific gravity S03 1.000-1.070 0.001 ±0.001
Refractive Index S04 1.3330-1.4200nD 0.0001nD ±0.0002nD
Honey AE-D301 Brix S01 0.0-94.0% 0.1% ±0.1%
Water S02 38.0%-5.0% 0.1% ±0.1%
Be’ S03 33.0-48.0 0.1 ±0.1%
Refractive Index S04 1.3330-1.5290nD 0.0001nD ±0.0002nD
Wine AE-D401 Brix% S01 0.0-50.0% 0.1% ±0.1%
%VOLap S02 0.0%-22.0% 0.1% ±0.1%
Oe S03 0-150 1 ±1%
KMW S04 0.0-25.0 0.1 ±0.1
Clinical AE-D501 URINE SP. G. S01 1.000-1.050 0.001 ±0.001
SERUM P. S02 -0.1-12.0 0.1 ±0.1
Refractive Index S03 1.3330-1.4200nD 0.0001nD ±0.0001nD
Car AE-D601 Cleaner S01 (0)-(-60)℃ 0.1℃ ±0.3℃
Ethylene Glycol S02 (0)-(-60)℃ 0.1℃ ±0.3℃
Propylene Glycol S03 (0)-(-70)℃ 0.1℃ ±0.3℃
Battery S04 1.000-1.500sg 0.001 ±0.003sg
AE-D602

(Urea Tester)

Urea(NH2)2C0 S01 0-51.0% 0.1% ±0.1%
Refractive Index S02 1.3330-1.4200nD 0.0001nD ±0.0002nD
AE-D603

(Engine Coolant Tester)

Ethylene Glycol S01 0-60% 0.1% ±0.3%
Ethylene Glycol(℃) S02 (0)-(-60)℃ 0.1℃ ±0.3℃
Propylene Glycol S03 0-70% 0.1% ±0.3%
Propylene Glycol(℃) S04 (0)-(-70)℃ 0.1℃ ±0.3℃
AE-D604

(Brake Fluid Tester)

DOT3 S01 (121)-(260)℃ 1℃ ±3℃
DOT4 S02 (125)-(275)℃ 1℃ ±3℃
Refractive Index S03 1.3330-1.5290nD 0.0001nD ±0.0002nD
Measurement range  Brix 0.0~94.0% Resolutions (Brix) 0.1%, 0.1℃
Accuracy (Brix) ±0.1%

±0.3℃

Environment Temperature 0~40℃
Measurement Temperature 0~40℃ (ATC) Sample volume needed > 0.4ml
Measure time 2S Power Supply 18650 rechargeable battery
Protection class IP67 for the sensor Dim /G.W 180(W)x100(D)x55(H)mm

365g(excluding battery)

 

Series Model Scale’s Name Scale’s No. Range Resolution Accuracy
Brix% AE-D101 Brix S01 0.0-50.0% 0.1% ±0.1%
Refractive Index S02 1.3330-1.4200nD 0.0001nD ±0.0002nD
AE-D102 Brix S01 0.0-94.0% 0.1% ±0.1%
Refractive Index S02 1.3330-1.5290nD 0.0001nD ±0.0002nD
AE-D103 Dextran S01 0.0-10.6% 0.1% ±0.1%
Refractive Index S02 1.3330-1.4200nD 0.0001nD ±0.0002nD
AE-D104 Fructose S01 0.0-68.9% 0.1% ±0.1%
Refractive Index S02 1.3330-1.5290nD 0.0001nD ±0.0002nD
AE-D105 Glucose S01 0.0-59.9% 0.1% ±0.1%
Refractive Index S02 1.3330-1.5290nD 0.0001nD ±0.0002nD
AE-D106 Lactose S01 0.0-16.5% 0.1% ±0.1%
Refractive Index S02 1.3330-1.4200nD 0.0001nD ±0.0002nD
AE-D107 Maltose S01 0.0-15.6% 0.1% ±0.1%
Refractive Index S02 1.3330-1.4200nD 0.0001nD ±0.0002nD
Salinity AE-D201

(sodium chloride NaCl)

Salinity S01 0.0-28.0% 0.1% ±0.1%
Salinity S02 0-280‰ 1‰ ±1‰
Specific gravity S03 1.000-1.217 0.001 ±0.001
Refractive Index S04 1.3330-1.4200nD 0.0001nD ±0.0002nD
AE-D202

(sea water)

Salinity S01 0-100‰ 1‰ ±1‰
Chlorinity S02 0-57‰ 1‰ ±1‰
Specific gravity S03 1.000-1.070 0.001 ±0.001
Refractive Index S04 1.3330-1.4200nD 0.0001nD ±0.0002nD
Honey AE-D301 Brix S01 0.0-94.0% 0.1% ±0.1%
Water S02 38.0%-5.0% 0.1% ±0.1%
Be’ S03 33.0-48.0 0.1 ±0.1%
Refractive Index S04 1.3330-1.5290nD 0.0001nD ±0.0002nD
Wine AE-D401 Brix% S01 0.0-50.0% 0.1% ±0.1%
%VOLap S02 0.0%-22.0% 0.1% ±0.1%
Oe S03 0-150 1 ±1%
KMW S04 0.0-25.0 0.1 ±0.1
Clinical AE-D501 URINE SP. G. S01 1.000-1.050 0.001 ±0.001
SERUM P. S02 -0.1-12.0 0.1 ±0.1
Refractive Index S03 1.3330-1.4200nD 0.0001nD ±0.0001nD
Car AE-D601 Cleaner S01 (0)-(-60)℃ 0.1℃ ±0.3℃
Ethylene Glycol S02 (0)-(-60)℃ 0.1℃ ±0.3℃
Propylene Glycol S03 (0)-(-70)℃ 0.1℃ ±0.3℃
Battery S04 1.000-1.500sg 0.001 ±0.003sg
AE-D602

(Urea Tester)

Urea(NH2)2C0 S01 0-51.0% 0.1% ±0.1%
Refractive Index S02 1.3330-1.4200nD 0.0001nD ±0.0002nD
AE-D603

(Engine Coolant Tester)

Ethylene Glycol S01 0-60% 0.1% ±0.3%
Ethylene Glycol(℃) S02 (0)-(-60)℃ 0.1℃ ±0.3℃
Propylene Glycol S03 0-70% 0.1% ±0.3%
Propylene Glycol(℃) S04 (0)-(-70)℃ 0.1℃ ±0.3℃
AE-D604

(Brake Fluid Tester)

DOT3 S01 (121)-(260)℃ 1℃ ±3℃
DOT4 S02 (125)-(275)℃ 1℃ ±3℃
Refractive Index S03 1.3330-1.5290nD 0.0001nD ±0.0002nD

Frequently Asked Questions

1Can I measure Brix in high-sugar content samples like honey?
Yes! The AE-D301 model supports up to 94.0% Brix and is specially designed for honey analysis.
2Is the device safe for use in wet or industrial environments?
Absolutely. The sensor is IP67-rated, ensuring water and dust resistance for rugged use.
3Does it require calibration before each use?
While factory-calibrated, periodic calibration with distilled water is recommended for maximum accuracy.
4How is the battery charged?
It uses a standard 18650 rechargeable lithium battery — easily swapped or recharged via common chargers.
5What is ATC and why is it important?
Automatic Temperature Compensation adjusts readings to account for temperature variations (0–40°C), ensuring accurate results in dynamic environments.

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