Pinpoint vs Milwaukee refractometer ?

[M4rtin]

Looking at buying digital refractometer to use between 3 tanks and mixing saltwater.
I have my eye on Milwaukee and Pinpoint, however I cannot for the life of me find anywhere a video on how Pinpoint is used.
Milwaukee you have to put some water in the cup, then wipe/clean.
Pinpoint, do you just dump the probe in tank, then rinse ?

If so isn't pinpoint easier to use ?

[Jboone82590]

I hve not use the Pinpoint.
I do have a milwakee and i love it.
Its so easy to use.

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[joecc]

Originally Posted by M4rtin

Looking at buying digital refractometer to use between 3 tanks and mixing saltwater.
I have my eye on Milwaukee and Pinpoint, however I cannot for the life of me find anywhere a video on how Pinpoint is used.
Milwaukee you have to put some water in the cup, then wipe/clean.
Pinpoint, do you just dump the probe in tank, then rinse ?

If so isn't pinpoint easier to use ?

I've read Pinpoint is a pain to calibrate

[SaltwaterAq]

I would suggest the Milwaukee. It's a bit nicer.

[Optionman]

i have the milwaukee and just ordered the pinpoint as well. i've had some issues with the milwaukee lately and want a second opinion. i will update after i get it and use it.

[RedGabino]

Originally Posted by M4rtin

Looking at buying digital refractometer to use between 3 tanks and mixing saltwater.
I have my eye on Milwaukee and Pinpoint, however I cannot for the life of me find anywhere a video on how Pinpoint is used.
Milwaukee you have to put some water in the cup, then wipe/clean.
Pinpoint, do you just dump the probe in tank, then rinse ?

If so isn't pinpoint easier to use ?

I allways use the pinpoint and it Is very good device. But I nevera used a Milwaukee, so, maybe I am not the best to said wich Is Better.

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[M4rtin]

Originally Posted by Optionman

i have the milwaukee and just ordered the pinpoint as well. i've had some issues with the milwaukee lately and want a second opinion. i will update after i get it and use it.

Awsome, looking forward to comparisson

Originally Posted by RedGabino

I allways use the pinpoint and it Is very good device. But I nevera used a Milwaukee, so, maybe I am not the best to said wich Is Better.

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Do you just put probe in aquarium ?
Do you have to calibrate it often ?

[RedGabino]

Originally Posted by M4rtin

Awsome, looking forward to comparisson



Do you just put probe in aquarium ?
Do you have to calibrate it often ?

Yes, every 5 or 6 times you use it, but it is super Easy.

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[M4rtin]

Originally Posted by Optionman

i have the milwaukee and just ordered the pinpoint as well. i've had some issues with the milwaukee lately and want a second opinion. i will update after i get it and use it.

Got your pinpoint yet ?
Easy to use ?

[Optionman]

Yes. Super easy to calibrate and use. Will do more side by side comparison and post later today.


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[Optionman]

Initial observation is all other devices read higher


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[Optionman]

Here are some photos. I calibrated the pinpoint 5 days ago and today it was in need of slight recalibration. Photo 1 is today’s recalibration. Photos 2& 3 are Milwaukee after recalibrated and with pinpoint cal fluid (1.026/35 ppt).

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Clearly the Milwaukee runs high all things equal.


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[M4rtin]

Originally Posted by Optionman

Here are some photos. I calibrated the pinpoint 5 days ago and today it was in need of slight recalibration. Photo 1 is today’s recalibration. Photos 2& 3 are Milwaukee after recalibrated and with pinpoint cal fluid (1.026/35 ppt).

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Clearly the Milwaukee runs high all things equal.


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Thank you, always nice when someone replies.
Will order Pinpoint I guess, easier to dump in bucket when mixing salt.