Chocolate pH meter
The Chocolate pH Meter is a handheld meter designed for candy, confectionery and food production professionals to quickly measure the acidity of chocolate and related ingredients.
Accurate pH measurement is critical in food quality control, and industry sources such as the Food Quality & Safety guide to pH in foods explain that maintaining proper acidity helps prevent spoilage and ensures consistent flavor and texture in finished products.
Users praise this meter for its simple calibration process, clear digital readout, and rapid response, which help production teams monitor batches efficiently. In food laboratories and manufacturing environments, pH meters with reliable sensors and easy cleanup are preferred over litmus paper, because they provide precise, documented measurements that support compliance with food safety standards like HACCP and FSIS quality control protocols.
Chocolate PH Tester – HI981039
The pH level of cocoa powder and chocolate affects the taste, consistency, hue, and additional components of chocolate items. Measuring the pH throughout the chocolate production process not only guarantees batch uniformity but also conserves time and costs
The HI981039 Foodcare Chocolate pH is an advanced pH meter designed for the measurement of the pH during the chocolate making process.
- Removable outer junction sleeve for easy cleaning
- Conical tip for measurements in semisolids and emulsions
- Automatic Temperature Compensation (ATC)
Q&A
Can the HI981039 measure pH directly in melted chocolate, or does the sample need preparation?
The HI981039 is designed specifically for chocolate and cocoa products. For accurate results, chocolate should be properly prepared according to recommended testing procedures (typically melted and homogenized) to ensure consistent pH readings.
Is the electrode replaceable, and how long does it typically last?
Yes, the HI981039 features a replaceable electrode. With proper cleaning and storage, the electrode typically lasts 1–2 years, depending on frequency of use and sample conditions.
How is the HI981039 calibrated, and how often should calibration be done?
The tester uses automatic one- or two-point calibration with standard buffer solutions. Calibration is recommended before each testing session or regularly in production environments to maintain accuracy.
| pH Range | 0.00 to 12.00 pH |
| pH Resolution | 0.01 pH |
| pH Accuracy | ±0.05 |
| pH Calibration | Automatic, one or two-point |
| pH Temperature Compensation | Automatic, 0 to 50C |
| pH Electrode | Conical tip with replaceable bridge electrode |
| Automatic Shut-Off | 8 minutes, 60 minutes, or disabled |
| Battery Type/Life | CR2032 Lithium-ion (included)/approximately 800 hours of continuous use |
| Environment | 0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F); RH 95% max |
| Dimensions | 51 x 148 x 21 mm (2 x 5.8 x 0.9”) |
| Weight | 45 g (1.6 oz.) |
Ordering Info
HI981039 is supplied with HI70004 pH 4.01 buffer solution sachets (2), HI70007 pH 7.01 buffer solution sachets (2), HI700685 electrode cleaning and disinfection solution for chocolate sachets (2), HI9071 gelled bridge electrolyte, HI9072 electrode storage solution, CR2032 3V Li-ion battery, quality certificate, and instruction manual.
| Price | $USD 111.00 |
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