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product_id: 5421238
title: "3810 PAL-1 Digital Hand Held Pocket Refractometer, 0.0 - 53.0% Brix Measurement Range"
brand: "atago"
price: "4601 kr"
currency: DKK
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Atago"
url: https://www.desertcart.dk/products/5421238-3810-pal-1-digital-hand-held-pocket-refractometer-0-0
store_origin: DK
region: Denmark
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# IP65 water & dust resistant 0.0-53.0% Brix range 3-second digital readout 3810 PAL-1 Digital Hand Held Pocket Refractometer, 0.0 - 53.0% Brix Measurement Range

**Brand:** atago
**Price:** 4601 kr
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 📊 Pocket-sized precision for the data-driven pro who refuses to settle.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 3810 PAL-1 Digital Hand Held Pocket Refractometer, 0.0 - 53.0% Brix Measurement Range by atago
- **How much does it cost?** 4601 kr with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.dk](https://www.desertcart.dk/products/5421238-3810-pal-1-digital-hand-held-pocket-refractometer-0-0)

## Best For

- atago enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted atago brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Speed Meets Simplicity:** Get instant digital readings in just 3 seconds—no more guessing, just results.
- • **Temperature? No Problem:** Automatic Temperature Compensation (ATC) ensures accurate readings from 9.0 to 99.9°C, whatever your environment.
- • **Built for Real-World Use:** Rugged IP65-rated design resists dust and water jets, perfect for on-the-go professionals.
- • **Precision in Your Pocket:** Measures sugar concentration from 0.0 to 53.0% Brix with ±0.2% accuracy for flawless quality control.
- • **Smart Calibration, Zero Hassle:** Easy one-touch calibration with just water keeps your measurements reliable and hassle-free.

## Overview

The Atago 3810 PAL-1 is a compact, handheld digital refractometer designed for fast, accurate Brix measurements (0.0-53.0%) with ±0.2% precision. Featuring a rugged IP65-rated body, 3-second digital readout, automatic temperature compensation up to 99.9°C, and simple water-based calibration, it’s engineered for professionals demanding reliable, on-the-spot sugar concentration analysis across food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and environmental applications.

## Description

The Atago 3810 PAL-1 handheld, digital refractometer fits in many pockets, measures Brix in the 0.0 to 53.0% range and temperature 9.0 to 99.9 degrees C, has automatic temperature compensation (ATC), an external light interference (ELI) warning, and Ingress Protection (IP)-65 rating. A Brix refractometer measures the refractive index of a solution in a sample, converts it to sugar concentration in units of percent by weight (% Brix, also known as degrees Brix), and displays the results. Handheld refractometers, also known as sugar meters, concentration meters, or Brix meters, are commonly used in the culinary, food and beverage, pharmaceutical, educational, geological, chemical, and ecological industries, and for water-testing applications.This refractometer has a light (100g), compact body (10.9 x 5.5 x 3.1cm) that fits in many trouser and shirt pockets. The ergonomic design features curved sides to accommodate one-handed operation, and rounded edges to comfortably fit in pockets. The digital LCD displays values in three seconds. Automatic temperature compensation (ATC) provides immediate, accurate calibration readings, regardless of ambient temperature, and the device can be calibrated with water. High temperature samples can be measured up to 99.9 degrees C with ATC. An external light interference (ELI) feature displays a warning message when direct light is detected. The sample stage and well shape help prevent spilling. The body has Ingress Protection (IP)-65 rating for dust and water jets. It can be washed under running water. The 3810 PAL-1 comes with a plastic protective carrying case.Specifications Measurement scale range Brix 0.0 to 53.0%, 9.0 to 99.9 degrees C Measurement resolution Brix 0.1%, temperature 0.1 degree C Measurement accuracy Brix + or - 0.2%, temperature + or - 1 degree C Sample measurement temperature 10 to 100 degrees C (ATC) Ambient temperature 10 to 40 degrees C Sample volume 0.3 mL Measurement time 3 seconds Standard met IP-65 Display Digital, LCD Power supply (2) AAA alkaline batteries (included) Dimensions 10.9 x 5.5 x 3.1cm (H x W x D) Weight 100g H is height, the vertical distance from the lowest to highest point; W is width, the horizontal distance from left to right; D is depth, the horizontal distance from front to back. Refractometers are used to determine substance content in a sample, to provide unit readings of substances including Brix, salinity, and alcohol; to detect chemical impurities, or to measure components of samples such as industrial fluid. Refractometers measure the refractive index of a substance, which is its optical characteristic, and the number of dissolved particles in it. The refractive index is the ratio of the speed of light in empty space to the speed of light in a substance; when light passes from one medium to another. Generally, a low concentration sample has a larger angle of refraction than a high concentration sample. For example, a straw placed in a high-concentration substance appears more bent than when placed in a low-concentration substance. Refractometers can work with natural light, or with an external power source such as batteries or electricity. They typically have either a digital or analog reading display, though some units utilize both types. Some analog-display refractometers can be used for both solids and liquids. Digital-display refractometers are used exclusively for liquids. Types of refractometers include handheld, benchtop, and in-process. Handheld refractometers are elongated and telescope-shaped, or shorter and rectangular. Analog handheld refractometer readings are obtained by looking through the monocular eyepiece and viewing where the boundary line intersects with the memory line. Digital handheld models provide a digital readout. Benchtop refractometers typically measure with a higher degree of accuracy than handheld units. In-process refractometers are used for continuous process monitoring and data readouts, and are generally fitted into a piping system for ongoing analysis. Refractometers are used in a wide variety of applications in the culinary, food and beverage, pharmaceutical, educational, geological, chemical, ecological, and automotive industries, and for water-testing applications.Atago Co., Ltd. manufactures analytical instruments such as refractometers, polarimeters, and saccharimeters, as well as a variety of meters. The company, founded in 1940 and headquartered in Tokyo, offers products that comply with Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) system standards, and many International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standards.What’s in the Box?3810 PAL-1 refractometer(2) AAA batteriesPlastic storage caseInstructions

Review: Refractometer - Works great and was priced right. I have over 40 years only had to buy 3 if you take good care they will last around 10 yrs
Review: Great pocket Refractometer - Digital Refractometer is very accurate. Easy to use buttons, has a display light and fits well in your hand.

## Features

- Stop estimating readings
- Simple operation - apply sample, press start, and reading is displayed in seconds
- Extended range for added flexibility
- Rugged design is IP65-rated and easy to clean
- Easy calibration—just clean prism, add water, press the zero key

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 111 Reviews |

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: I need to measure the salt content directly in the fish tissues, the device does this?**
A: No..it measures BRIX only

**Q: What is the sample holder made out of? Glass? Plastic?**
A: Hi Russell M. thank you for your patience.  The outsize of t he sample holder is metal, the inner part of it is stainless steel, thank you and welcome to us.

**Q: Have anyone tried covering from light when measuring to improve sensitivity or reading stability?**
A: This product is measured by light refraction, so be careful not to contaminate or damage the prism in the product.
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In addition, measuring in a leveled position increases reading stability.
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In order to increase sensitivity and reading safety, and to reduce product stability and defect rate, a full inspection is conducted by professionals after making it in the manufacturing plant.
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It also provides the inspector's personal information and product quality assurance.

**Q: i purchase this product to use with honey, after i set in zero y load the honey on the chamber and it mark HHH is this ok? how should i use?**
A: The Pal-1 will only measure up to 53% on the brix scale. The sugar content may be too high for the machine. For measuring honey, I would recommend the PAL-22S or the PAL-2 instead.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Refractometer
*by T***K on August 30, 2025*

Works great and was priced right. I have over 40 years only had to buy 3 if you take good care they will last around 10 yrs

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great pocket Refractometer
*by E***L on June 2, 2025*

Digital Refractometer is very accurate. Easy to use buttons, has a display light and fits well in your hand.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Poor quality build
*by J***V on October 18, 2020*

Beware!!!! One drop and done! 3rd one and same issue! Every time you press start only works 1 out of 10 times! Loose interior parts loose connections bad design for so much money!

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*Last updated: 2026-02-25*