Seawater Specific Gravity (SSG) – Measurement with HORIBA Instruments
Seawater Specific Gravity (SSG), also known as seawater density, is an important parameter in marine and environmental research, aquaculture, and general water quality monitoring. It describes the ratio of seawater density to the density of pure water and provides insights into salinity, flow behavior, and ecological conditions.
Why is the measurement of seawater density important?
- Oceanography & Climate Research: Measuring SSG helps understand ocean currents, which are crucial for climate models and weather forecasting.
- Aquaculture: A stable density value in water is essential for the well-being and growth of marine organisms.
- Environmental Monitoring: Changes in seawater density can indicate freshwater inflow, pollution, or other ecological disturbances.
HORIBA Solutions for Seawater Density Measurement in the HeylNeomeris Product Portfolio With HORIBA, HeylNeomeris offers advanced instruments for reliable and precise seawater density determination:
- U-50 Series – Multiparameter Water Quality Meters: These portable devices measure up to 11 parameters simultaneously, including density, pH, redox potential (ORP), dissolved oxygen, conductivity, salinity, TDS, temperature, turbidity, and water depth (e.g., 895775, 895790, 895771).
- Optimized for Field Use: Robust sensors, easy operation, and high measurement accuracy make the devices ideal for applications in marine and freshwater environments.
