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mapleman3
11-25-2004, 07:45 PM
Ok I recieved my new refractometer thanks to Kevin.. and it's real nice. I now need to learn how to read it. I understand how to do the sample, just wondering how to calculate the sap % of sugar.. the scale is 1-10 % brix.. is that the same as 1-10%sugar? so if the scale line is at 2% brix.. is that my sugar content? is it as easy as that? I put a little syrup in some water to dilute it down, then put a drop on the lens and read 1.9% brix.. so does that mean if that was sap it would be 1.9%?then rule of 86= 45.26 gals of sap for 1 gal syrup.

Maple Hill Sugarhouse
11-25-2004, 10:36 PM
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mapleman3
11-26-2004, 06:49 AM
Kevin, I did find the instructions before I tried it, it does work real cool for sure and does seem to be a quality instrument.. good find !! and thanks.

Maple Hill Sugarhouse
11-26-2004, 09:03 AM
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