Product Description
Affordable, Durable pH Electrode for General Purpose Testing
The Hanna Instruments HI1286 Economy pH Electrode delivers reliable pH measurement at an affordable price point. Featuring a durable polyetherimide (PEI) plastic body and spherical glass tip, the HI1286 is ideal for general purpose pH testing in laboratories, field applications, aquariums, hydroponics, and water quality monitoring.
Key Benefits
Durable PEI Body: Shatter-resistant plastic construction protects against accidental breakage and drops
Universal BNC Connector: Compatible with any pH meter featuring a female BNC probe input
Wide Temperature Range: Suitable for samples from 0 to 80°C (32 to 176°F)
PTFE Junction: Hydrophobic junction resists clogging and chemical attack
Double Junction Design: Prevents silver contamination in sensitive samples
Spherical Glass Tip: Large surface area ensures fast, accurate response in aqueous solutions
Ideal Applications
Perfect for general purpose pH testing in laboratories, field measurements, aquariums, hydroponics systems, water quality monitoring, wastewater treatment, food and beverage testing, and educational settings where durability and affordability are essential.
Technical Specifications
Model: HI1286
Body Material: Polyetherimide (PEI) plastic
Glass Tip: Spherical shape for aqueous samples
Junction Type: PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene)
Reference: Double junction Ag/AgCl
Temperature Range: 0 to 80°C (32 to 176°F)
Connector: Universal BNC
Application: General purpose aqueous solutions
Advanced Design Features
PEI Plastic Body
The HI1286 features a polyetherimide (PEI) resin body that offers exceptional durability for field and laboratory use. Unlike fragile glass-bodied electrodes, the PEI construction withstands accidental bumping and dropping. The protective shielding around the spherical glass tip minimizes breakage while maintaining measurement accuracy. PEI is chemically resistant to many aggressive chemicals, making this electrode suitable for a wide range of applications.
PTFE Junction
The porous polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) junction is hydrophobic and chemically resistant, making it ideal for industrial applications and samples containing oils or organic solvents. The PTFE material resists clogging better than ceramic junctions, ensuring longer electrode life and more consistent measurements.
Double Junction Reference
The double junction design features an internal compartment surrounding the Ag/AgCl reference wire. Silver ions remain in the internal electrolyte compartment, while the outer electrolyte is silver-free. This prevents silver contamination in your samples and eliminates silver precipitate formation on the junction, which is especially important when measuring samples containing proteins, sulfides, or other compounds that react with silver.
Universal BNC Connector
The HI1286 uses a standard BNC connector, making it compatible with virtually any pH meter featuring a female BNC probe input. This universal compatibility makes the HI1286 an excellent replacement electrode for meters from multiple manufacturers, unlike proprietary connectors (DIN, screw type, T-type, 3.5mm) that limit compatibility.
Professional Features
Shatter-resistant PEI plastic body for field durability
Spherical glass tip with large surface area for fast response
PTFE junction resists clogging and chemical attack
Double junction prevents silver contamination
Universal BNC connector for broad meter compatibility
Wide temperature range (0-80°C) for versatile applications
Chemically resistant construction for aggressive samples
Package Includes
HI1286 pH Electrode with BNC connector
Protective cap
Made in Romania by Hanna Instruments - trusted worldwide for precision pH measurement solutions.
