HI83314 Multiparameter COD Meter & Water Quality Photometer
Benchtop COD Photometer and pH Meter for Water & Wastewater Analysis
The HI83314 Multiparameter COD Meter from Hanna Instruments is a benchtop water quality photometer designed for testing chemical oxygen demand (COD) and other important water and wastewater parameters. It combines photometric analysis with digital pH and temperature measurement, providing a versatile solution for laboratories and wastewater testing applications.
Suitable for industrial and municipal wastewater analysis, the HI83314 helps users monitor water quality parameters associated with organic pollution and nutrient removal. Its compact design combines several measurement functions in one instrument, helping to make efficient use of valuable laboratory bench space.
Techris Systems supplies specialist water quality testing equipment to customers throughout Ireland. Contact us for information on the HI83314, compatible reagents and accessories, and advice on selecting the right equipment for your application.
Key Features of the HI83314 COD Meter
- Multiparameter analysis: Measures COD and a range of additional water and wastewater quality parameters using programmed photometric methods.
- Integrated pH measurement: Connects to a compatible digital pH electrode to measure pH and temperature.
- Multiple COD ranges: Supports low-range, medium-range and high-range COD testing.
- Advanced optical design: LED light sources, narrow-band interference filters, a reference detector and focusing optics support consistent photometric measurements.
- Built-in reaction timer: Helps users take photometric readings at the correct reaction interval.
- Measurement data storage: Stores up to 1,000 photometric and pH readings.
- USB data transfer: Export stored readings to a computer or USB flash drive for review and record keeping.
- Rechargeable battery: Offers convenient operation without continuous connection to mains power.
What Can the HI83314 Measure?
The HI83314 supports multiple methods for analysing key water and wastewater parameters. Depending on the selected method and compatible reagents, these include:
- Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD)
- Ammonia
- Free and total chlorine
- Total iron
- Nitrate and nitrite
- Total nitrogen
- Reactive, acid-hydrolysable and total phosphorus
- pH by photometric method
- pH and temperature using a compatible digital electrode
The instrument also includes an absorbance measurement mode for checking optical performance with suitable standards or developing concentration-versus-absorbance curves using appropriate methods.
Always check the individual method specifications, measurement range and reagent requirements before selecting a test.
COD Measurement Ranges
Chemical Oxygen Demand is an important parameter in water and wastewater analysis. The HI83314 offers three principal COD measurement ranges when used with the appropriate 16 mm reagent vials.
| COD Range | Measurement Range |
|---|---|
| Low Range | 0–150 mg/L as O₂ |
| Medium Range | 0–1,500 mg/L as O₂ |
| High Range | 0–15,000 mg/L as O₂ |
The appropriate range depends on the expected COD concentration in the sample. Selecting the correct reagent method is important for obtaining useful results.
COD testing requires a digestion stage using a compatible heating reactor. The HI83314 measures the prepared sample photometrically; the reactor and reagents must be selected separately where they are not already available.
How Does a COD Photometer Work?
Chemical Oxygen Demand measures the oxygen equivalent required to chemically oxidise substances in a water sample. It is commonly used in wastewater monitoring to assess the level of oxidisable material and to help evaluate wastewater treatment performance.
With the HI83314, the selected sample is prepared using the appropriate COD reagent method. Where required, the sample undergoes controlled heating in a digestion reactor before photometric measurement.
The instrument measures the prepared sample using light at the wavelength specified for the selected method and calculates the corresponding COD concentration.
Routine COD testing can help laboratories and wastewater treatment operators monitor changes in sample quality and assess treatment processes. Results should be interpreted alongside the relevant sampling procedures, operating requirements and other water quality measurements.
Advanced Optical Technology
The HI83314 incorporates an optical system designed to support reliable, repeatable photometric measurements.
LED light source and optical filters
The instrument uses LED light sources with narrow-band interference filters to provide the wavelengths required for its programmed measurement methods.
Reference detector
An internal reference detector monitors the light source and helps compensate for changes in light intensity during measurement.
Focusing optics
A focusing lens directs light passing through the sample cuvette towards the detector. This optical arrangement helps reduce the influence of certain cuvette imperfections on the measurement.
Together, these features support consistent results when the instrument is operated using the appropriate sample preparation and measurement procedure.
pH and Temperature Measurement
As well as photometric analysis, the HI83314 can function as a laboratory pH meter when connected to a compatible digital pH electrode.
The electrode measures pH and temperature, with automatic temperature compensation for pH measurements. Calibration information is stored in the compatible digital electrode, and the instrument provides calibration checks to help identify potential electrode or calibration issues.
This integrated capability allows users to carry out photometric water analysis and electrode-based pH measurements using one benchtop instrument.
Please note: The digital pH electrode is not included as standard and must be purchased separately if required.
Data Logging and USB Connectivity
Keeping measurement records is an important part of laboratory and wastewater monitoring procedures. The HI83314 can store up to 1,000 photometric and pH readings for later retrieval.
Users can add sample and user identification details to logged measurements and transfer records via USB for use on a computer or compatible flash drive. Data can be exported in CSV format for analysis using spreadsheet software.
These functions can help simplify routine record keeping and make it easier to review previous measurements.
Applications of the HI83314
The HI83314 is designed for laboratory and professional water analysis, including:
- Wastewater treatment: Monitoring COD and selected nutrient-related parameters.
- Industrial wastewater: Analysing wastewater from manufacturing and industrial processes.
- Municipal wastewater: Supporting routine testing of wastewater quality and treatment performance.
- Environmental laboratories: Testing water samples using suitable programmed methods.
- Laboratory water analysis: Measuring multiple parameters with one benchtop photometer.
- Nutrient removal monitoring: Measuring selected nitrogen and phosphorus parameters relevant to wastewater treatment.
The suitability of the instrument depends on the specific parameters, concentration ranges and methods required by the application.
Reagents and Accessories
To configure a complete COD testing system, check which reagents and accessories are required for your intended measurements.
Depending on your existing laboratory equipment and chosen methods, you may need:
- Compatible COD reagent vials for the required measurement range.
- A suitable digestion reactor for methods requiring controlled heating.
- Compatible reagents for additional water quality parameters.
- A compatible digital pH electrode for pH and temperature measurement.
- Appropriate standards and accessories for performance verification.
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Important: Reagents and the digital pH electrode are not included as standard. Confirm the required accessories and reagent compatibility before ordering.
Buy the HI83314 COD Meter in Ireland
Techris Systems supplies professional measurement and testing instruments to laboratories, industrial customers and environmental professionals throughout Ireland.
If you are looking for a multiparameter COD meter for wastewater analysis, the HI83314 combines photometric water testing, data logging and digital pH measurement in one benchtop instrument.
Our team can help you identify suitable reagents and accessories and determine whether the HI83314 meets your testing requirements.
Contact Techris Systems
Telephone: 042 974 3150
Email: sales@techrissystems.com
We supply specialist measurement equipment to customers throughout Ireland.
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