Common Features across RFM Series
Whilst ranges and applications may differ, build quality remains consistently high amongst Bellingham + Stanley’s RFM range. Our instrumentation stands out from the crowd with its ocean-blue durable plastic casing, reminiscent of Xylem’s water values, and being IP65 rated, are hardy enough to withstand the rigors of a busy laboratory or factory. All RFM Refractometers feature a flat, easy-clean prism dish for samples, allowing for fast and accurate readings as well as facilitating simple daily maintenance between measurements.
Bellingham + Stanley prides itself on easy-to-use instrumentation with intuitive software. This harmonious design language can be seen throughout the range of instrumentation offering customers a consistent look and feel. This joined-up thinking means that the RFM Series of refractometers sport a great touchscreen (on T-Series models), as well as fast networking abilities, RFID clearance, USB functionality for optional mouse/keyboard support and exporting of data (via PDF/.CSV) to USB drives, and direct to print option. Large capacity memory means room for over 100,000 readings without the need to purchase costly storage.
Results are displayed in less than 15 seconds, depending on mode selected. Smart temperature stabilization is activated prior to reading to give the most accurate results in super-fast time.
RFM Refractometers are designed with international standards, including FDA regulation 21 CFR part 11, in mind. On-board data protection, and compliance without an intermediate PC, electronic signatures including multi-verification, full audit trail and print to secure PDF feature as standard.
The RFM Methods System
At the heart of all Bellingham + Stanley digital benchtop instrumentation is the Method System. A Method is a predetermined, named set of measurement criteria that can be accessed at the touch of a button, allowing customers to access their desired settings instantly and consistently. A single Method includes all the settings necessary for the instrument to take and check a particular sample, including: scale, temperature compensation type, temperature set point, stability type, limit check and more.
If a workflow requires a number of products with different reading requirements, then a Method can be added for each of them. For example, in the food and beverage industry a range of individual soft drinks could be regularly measured, and the display can show whether each product is within its set tolerance. Alternatively, within pharmaceutical, Methods may be created to fulfil different Pharmacopoeia requirements or Monographs.
RFM Refractometers come fully equipped with a library of commonly used Methods but for those that need to refine a Method or create a completely new Method for regular use, this is also possible. User created Methods (along with other settings) can be copied to other RFM Refractometers via USB stick.
RFM-T Series – Touchscreen Digital Refractometers
The RFM-T Series digital refractometers have been designed by experts with the world’s food, beverage, chemical, pharmaceutical and industrial industries in mind.
Each digital refractometer in the RFM-T Series is fitted with a Peltier temperature control system and wide beam optics. Inherent to the design of the RFM-T Series digital refractometers is a high definition, capacitive touchscreen display that facilitates operation in laboratory and factory environments, even when operated whilst wearing PPE gloves. The 7” display allows for great visibility of measurement data as well as instant access to colour coded buttons including Read, Zero, Menu and more. Discover the RFM-T Series digital refractometers here.
RFM-M Series – Digital Refractometers With Keypad Interface
The RFM-M Series refractometers are robust, fully automatic digital refractometers defined by the presence of a tactile keypad for instrument control and data input. Subdivided between the 700-Series and 300-Series, these instruments offer variety and great value allowing you to choose depending on your application. The entry level instrument, the “half Brix” RFM712 digital refractometer, is especially suited for use within fruit processing plants commonly found in the wine, tomato and sugar industry. The RFM742 and RFM330-M digital refractometers offer higher accuracy at 2-decimal places and are ideal for use in beverage manufacturing, dairy, and confectionery.
The RFM340-M takes measurement to the next level by offering reading accuracy to 0.01 Brix with exceptional reproducibility. The 330 and 340 variants are also available as touchscreen models. Visit the RFM-M Series collection here.
Refractometer Workflow Accessories
Flowcell accessories from Bellingham + Stanley provide your refractometer processes with a means of semi or fully automated sample application and prism washing, creating more efficient workflows for your laboratory or factory. Funnel flowcells offer semi-automated sample application in the sugar industry whereas businesses that regularly measure volatile samples, RFM Refractometers with flowcell accessories can reduce waste, and minimize exposure by eliminating evaporation from the measuring process.
Bellingham + Stanley’s flowcell accessories offer inline multi-instrument configuration, useful within flavours, fragrances and essences applications. They can also provide connectivity to an auto-sampler for efficient automation of processes such as in a soft drinks audit laboratory.
To find out if your RFM Refractometer is suitable for flowcell accessories or to enquire about a complete flow-through system you can contact us today.