Rudolph Research Analytical J457 – High Precision Refractometer

Rudolph Research Analytical J457 – High Precision Refractometer

The J457 from Rudolph Research Analytical is a top-tier digital refractometer designed for applications requiring extreme accuracy, wide measurement ranges, and robust temperature control. Its dual temperature control system, ultra-hard sapphire prism, and modular sample handling make it ideal for pharmaceutical, chemical, petroleum, and food industries.

Key Features

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  • Refractive Index Range: 1.26 – 1.72 RI
  • Accuracy: ±0.00002 RI | ±0.01 Brix
  • Resolution: 0.00001 RI | 0.01 Brix (user selectable to 0.000001)
  • TempTrol™ dual temperature control: 10 °C to 110 °C (optional boost up to 120 °C)
  • Touchscreen interface with Windows® Embedded OS
  • Flat, easy-to-clean ultra-hard sapphire prism
  • 21 CFR Part 11 compliance with audit trails and electronic signatures
  • Validation features for traceability (USP <831>, ISO, etc.)
  • Automated methods, trend tracking and result storage
  • Flexible sample handling: drop sample, ULV, vertical loading, solids/films

Applications

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  • Pharmaceutical analysis in compliance with USP/EP/JP standards
  • Flavor and fragrance QC with RI + SG integration
  • Petroleum and crude oil measurements (ASTM D1218/D1747)
  • Food and beverage quality assurance (Brix/RDS)
  • Chemical concentration and purity control
  • Biological fluid and clinical lab testing (e.g. urine SG)
  • Sugar processing and sweetener validation

Ideal For

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Pharmaceutical labs, petrochemical facilities, food and beverage manufacturers, flavor and fragrance companies, and clinical labs requiring highest-accuracy refractive index and Brix measurements, temperature control, and full regulatory compliance.

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