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Description This water test kit tests for pH, Total Alkalinity, Total Hardness. Ideal for use in home, field, on-site and lab Ideal to test fresh water from taps, springs and wells in your garden as well as the wastewater and processing industry Simple Dip-Wait-Read Testing Method Accurate results are obtained in under one minute Each test strip is sealed in its own foil pouch Ideal for quick and reliable testing of water This product is safe and easy to use since there are no chemicals to mix, an MSDS is not required Fast, semi-quantitative results Each test kit contains foil-packed strips, detailed instructions and a colour chart. The unique indicators are reactive only to their given elements without interference from surrounding materials. Hardness: Water hardness describes the amount of dissolved calcium and magnesium in the water. Hard water is high in dissolved minerals, most commonly calcium and magnesium. Very hard water can lead to damage on white goods and household appliances. pH:  A very low or very high pH can be an indicator for problems with water quality. This is especially the case for private water supplies. If the pH is too high, then the desinfectant can not work properly. If a pH is too low, then water can be corrosive for metal parts, ie, lead from lead pipes can leach into water or metal parts can be damaged. Drinking water should have a pH between 6.5 and 8.5. Total Alkalinity: Alkalinity is a measure of the capacity of water to neutralise acids. Alkalinity in water can protect against sudden changes of the pH level. Testing the pH & alkalinity of water is important, as a very low or very high pH can be an indicator for problems with water quality. This mini Water Quality Test Kit contains everything that is required to test tap water and private water supplies simply and fast for the elements listed above. It is easy to use and contains clear instructions. Please note: not suitable for aquariums & swimming pools. Suitable for: fresh water samples, including water from taps, wells, springs, boreholes, ponds as well as rain water Contains: 5 test strips / 5 tests for each element Testing Levels: pH: 2.0, 4.0, 5.0, 6.5, 8.5, 9.5, 10.5, 12.0 Total Alkalinity: 0, 40, 80, 120, 180, 240, 500 ppm (mg/l) Total Hardness: 0, 50, 120, 250, 425, 1000 ppm (mg/l) Total Test time: less than 1 minute MSDS is not required and the indicator is noncarcinogenic. General description: For semi-quantitative determinations. Detection method: colorimetric. Fast, simply dip and read indicator paper. Consists of a plastic strip with attached sealed test paper. Compare colour change of test paper with fields of equal size on colour chart provided. Not sure which is the right water testing kit for you? Click here to compare our range of multi-pack options. Please note: that this is a screening test and can not be used to certify water as safe or unsafe for drinking. This test provides approximate results ONLY when used in strict accordance with instructions. SimplexHealth expressly disclaims any liability resulting from the use of this product, failure to follow instructions, or reliance of test results. This is not a measuring instrument. Store in a cool, dry (below 32°C) place and away from excess heat and direct sunlight. No MSDS required. Keep away from children and pets. Avoid contact of test areas on strips with skin & eyes, do not ingest or expose to acids. Do not touch test pad and do not consume water which has been tested. MPN: SH1031(5T)