Thermometers Temperature control is critical to the quality
of beer, wine and cheese you produce. During the process you will need
to set and maintain certain temperatures. The reason is found in chemistry.
As you prepare a batch you are causing chemical reactions by applying heat.
Hydrometers The hydrometer is used to measure the amount
of sugar in you wort or must. This measurement is called the specific gravity.
The first reading you take (prior to adding yeast) is the original gravity.
Our last reading (prior to packaging) is the final gravity. These two numbers
are used to calculate the alcohol content of the beverage. For details
of the calculation see Calculating
Alcohol Content.
THE
WINE THIEF $7.65
Simply dip once for a quick sample. Unique
design allows you to insert a standard hydrometer directly into the 19"
long Thief. Just touch the tip to the rim to empty the Wine Thief.
High grade acrylic for excellent clarity.
12"
GLASS WINE THIEF $4.25 The most sterile
way to take samples.
VINOMETER
$4.15
Glass device for testing alcohol level of wine.
Erlenmeyer
Flask Perfect for yeast starters. Can be put on an open flame.
1
liter FLASK $13.55
AIRLOCK
STOPPER $1.05
SOLID
STOPPER $1.05
2
liter FLASK $19.05
AIRLOCK
STOPPER $2.55
SOLID
STOPPER $2.25
Thermometers
DIGITAL
THERMOMETER with TIMER $19.95
When speed and accuracy paramount, this fast reading, digital thermometer
is perfect for home brewing, wine making, cheese makers, cooking and smoking.
A large clear digital display gives readings between -50° to 200°
C or -58° to 392° F. Includes a 4.75" stainless steel probe
with protective tip cover, maximum-minimum memory function, and data hold
function. Sampling time is only one second. Also includes the required
AAA battery.
STAINLESS
STEEL DIAL THERMOMETER $12.45
Popular with homebrewers and backyard cooks alike.
The 1-3/4" easy to read dial ranges from 0°
to 220° F. 12" probe makes taking readings
easy. Includes a clip which suspends probe into pot. Stainless steel,
excellent for mashing, brewing, cheese making, smoking meats.
NORPRO
INSTANT READ DIAL THERMOMETER $7.95
Norpro measuring instruments are manufactured with superior materials and
workmanship ensuring consistent, optimal performance. Stainless steel
5" probe with 1" dial face, quick response, instantly read the temperature
for meat, fish and poultry. Ideal for small scale cheese making.
Range: 32° to 220°
F Includes sleeve with clip and temperature guide.
FLOATING
THERMOMETER $5.95
This 11.5" long glass thermometer is weighted in one end so that it
will float. It works well and is accurate but the thin glass is easily
broken. Use for light duty and with care. Packed
in storage tube. Range 0-220° F or 0-115° C.
LIQUID
CRYSTAL THERMOMETER STRIP $2.25
Adhesive backing allows you to attach this instrument
to the outside of a plastic or glass fermenter and monitor the inside temperature
in 2 degree increments. Ale and lager fermentation ranges are clearly marked.
Range 40 to 80 degrees F.
Hydrometers
REFRACTOMETER
$79.95 for sugar range of 0 to 32 Brix
DUAL
PURPOSE HYDROMETER $5.95
Used for both beer and wine. Scale ranges
from 1.10 to 0.99. US made, triple scale reads out specific gravity, potential
alcohol and balling. Stored in a clear plastic tube with instructions.
THERMO-HYDROMETER
$13.45
Combination thermometer and hydrometer for more
accurate gravity readings through temperature correction. Shows gravity
readings in specific gravity, potential alcohol and balling, at 60 degrees
F. The thermometer is for temperature correction only and not for general
use. Includes storage case.
PROOF
& TRALLE HYDROMETER $6.55
Measures approximate alcohol in distilled spirits up to 200 proof.
Hydrometer
Test Jars 10"
PLASTIC TEST JAR $2.95
14"
PLASTIC TEST JAR $3.95
12"
GLASS TEST JAR $5.35
Acid
& Sulfite Testing Tools
CHECKER-1
pH TESTER KIT with buffers and storage
solution $69.95
Simple meter that provides fast and accurate pH measurement.
Uses replaceable pH electrode and works for 3,000 hours before changing
batteries.
pH
7.01 METER BUFFER SOLUTION (20 ml) $1.85
pH
4.01 METER BUFFER SOLUTION (20 ml) $1.85
STORAGE
SOLUTION FOR pH METERS (230 ml) $19.95
ELECTRODE
CLEANING SOLUTION (230 ml) $19.95
REPLACEMENT
ELECTRODE FOR CHECKER 1 pH METER $34.95
pH
TEST STRIPS for BEER pH range of 4.6 to
6.2 $5.95
pH
TEST STRIPS for WINE pH range of 2.8 to
4.4 $5.95
ACID
TEST KIT $8.55
Includes syringe, test vial, color solution and
sodium hydroxide.
20
cc SYRINGE $1.55
COLOR
SOLUTION (Phenolphthalein) ½ oz
$1.55
SODIUM
HYDROXIDE 0.20 normal 4 oz $3.45
TITRETS
SULFITE TITRATION KIT $23.95
This kit is used to determine the amount of sulfite
in wine. It includes a reusable Titrettor Test Holder, which holds the
test vile during testing, and 10 individual tests. Range 10 to 100 mg per
liter. Kit components also sold separately, see below.
10
Titrets Sulfite Titration Refills $17.25
Titrettor
Test Holder $7.15 Holds test vile during
testing. Reusable.