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Salinity – Measurement with HORIBA Instruments

Salinity refers to the concentration of dissolved salts in water, typically expressed in parts per thousand (ppt) or percentage (%). Freshwater from rivers has a salinity of 0.5 ppt or less, while seawater averages about 35 ppt.

Why is salinity measurement important?

Important for:

  • Aquaculture & Fish Farming: Salinity levels affect the growth and health of aquatic organisms.
  • Agriculture & Irrigation: Salinity impacts soil quality and plant development.
  • Food Industry: Controlling salt content is crucial for taste, preservation, and product quality.
  • Drinking Water Monitoring: Ensuring salinity levels remain within permissible limits.

HORIBA solutions for salinity measurement

HORIBA offers the LAQUAtwin SALT-11 (895656) and SALT-22 (896060), compact, portable devices for quick and accurate salt content determination.