The Apera PH60Z-MS (AI3741) is a professional handheld pH meter designed for accurate measurements in extremely small liquid samples. It combines the PH60Z smart meter body with the Swiss-made LabSen 246-5 semi-micro pH/temperature electrode, featuring a slim 6 mm sensor tip that can measure pH in samples as small as 60 µL when used with the included semi-micro sample container. Its Long-Life Reference System helps maintain reference-potential stability over an extended service period, while the specialized blue gel electrolyte prevents air-bubble formation that can cause unstable readings.
The PH60Z supports ±0.01 pH accuracy, automatic temperature compensation, up to three-point calibration, and automatic stable-reading recognition. Bluetooth connectivity links the meter to Apera's ZenTest mobile app, which provides guided calibration, timestamped and geo-tagged cloud data logging, automatic cloud backup, and direct data sharing. The meter also operates as a standalone instrument without a smartphone, making it suitable for tissue-culture laboratories, propagation facilities, small-batch nutrient formulation, and quality-control workflows where sample volumes are limited.
• Product Type: Smart handheld semi-micro pH meter kit
• Brand: Apera Instruments
• Model: PH60Z-MS
• SKU: AI3741
• Measurement Parameters: pH and temperature
• pH Measurement Range: −2.00 to 16.00 pH
• pH Accuracy: ±0.01 pH
• pH Resolution: 0.01 pH
• Minimum Sample Volume: 60 µL using the included semi-micro sample container
• Included Electrode: Swiss-made LabSen 246-5 semi-micro pH/temperature electrode
• Electrode Tip Diameter: 6 mm
• Electrode Type: Non-refillable semi-micro electrode
• Reference System: Long-Life Reference System designed to maintain reference-potential stability
• Inner Electrolyte: Specially formulated blue gel designed to prevent air-bubble formation and unstable readings
• Glass Membrane: Manufacturer-rated at approximately 10 times the strength of traditional glass membranes
• Temperature Compensation: Automatic (ATC), 0–50°C
• Temperature Accuracy: ±0.5°C
• Calibration: Automatic 1–3-point calibration
• Recognized Calibration Buffers: pH 1.68, 4.00, 7.00, 10.01, and 12.45
• Included Calibration Solutions: Ready-to-use pH 4.00, 7.00, and 10.01 buffers
• Reading Stability: Automatic stable-value recognition and reading lock
• Display: Three-color backlit LCD—blue for measurement, green for calibration, and red for alarm conditions
• Connectivity: Bluetooth connection to the ZenTest mobile app
• App Compatibility: iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and Android
• Data Management: Timestamped, geo-tagged cloud logging with optional notes and photos
• Cloud Backup: Automatically backs up measurement records logged through the app
• Data Sharing: Measurement records can be shared directly through the app via email
• Standalone Operation: Core measurement and calibration functions work without a smartphone connection
• Electrode Compatibility: LabSen 246-5 uses an 8-pin connector and is compatible with supported Apera instruments, including PH400, PC400, PH400S, PC400S, SX751, and SX736 series models
• Primary Applications: Micro-volume liquid testing, laboratory samples, and small-batch formulation analysis
• Cultivation Applications: Tissue culture, propagation research, agar solutions, runoff sample checks, and nutrient-formulation verification
• Included Accessories: PH60Z meter, LabSen 246-5 electrode, semi-micro sample container, CalPod Solution Organizer, pH 4.00/7.00/10.01 calibration buffers, soaking solution, and rugged carrying case
• Replacement Electrode: LabSen 246-5, Apera SKU AI3235, available separately
• Meter Warranty: 2 years
• Electrode Warranty: 6 months
Key Advantage: The Apera PH60Z-MS combines accurate pH measurement in samples as small as 60 µL with Bluetooth-enabled cloud documentation. Its 6 mm semi-micro electrode is useful when standard probes are too large for test tubes or limited-volume samples, while automatic reading recognition and guided calibration simplify routine testing. Timestamped, geo-tagged records with automatic cloud backup also make it valuable for facilities that need traceable quality-control documentation without manually transcribing readings.