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Good pH meter?

I'm thinking a pH meter would probably be a useful piece of equipment for me. I have a portable one that was donated to the cause but it's in pretty sad shape & I don't trust it.

How are the ones I see advertised for Koi ponds? I suppose they aren't tremendously selective but probably are good enough for our needs. If temperature is a factor in the results, I suppose self adjusting would be desirable.

Are there any that are inexpensive that aren't a PITA to calibrate all the time ( would get expensive & really inconvenient I expect) if so, where might I look to find one?

Thanks,
Tony

 

Proper pH during the mash (5.3 to 5.5) ensures saccharification, protein breakdown, foam stability and superior fermentations. The pH Tester 2 Meter with integrated electrode measures pH ranges from -1.0 to +15.0 with 0.1pH resolution and ±0.2pH accuracy and temperature compensation. Calibrates instantly with a push of a button and a calibration kit (below). Operates on three or four 1.4V mercury batteries (included) for up to 100 hours of continuous use. Automatic shutoff after 8 1/2 minutes. Requires pH Calibration kit for use.

PH Calibration Kit includes pH 4 and 7 buffer solutions and electrode rinse. Use buffer solutions to calibrate your meter before taking readings. After use, rinse meter's electrodes with rinse solution.
Thanks
Gary

 

Thanks for the suggestion to look at NorthernBrewer.com I actually looked there first. I do like to support those that support me.

One of my concerns is I don't know how much it costs to use a pH meter as regards the buffering, calibrating & rinsing solution. If one of the packets costs $5.95 and that's enough for say one batch, that's way more than I'd want to go. If that is enough for 15 batches, it's not an issue.

To figure the costs of yeast, hops, grains and then an extra $6 for pH, it begins to be more pricey than I'll go.

Any clue how long one of these buffer/calibration kits lasts?

Thanks,
Lukas

 

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