Laboratory Bench Meters — Precision pH, ORP, Conductivity & Dissolved Oxygen

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Pacific Sensor Technologies supplies a complete range of laboratory bench meters for precise measurement across pH, ORP, conductivity, TDS, salinity, dissolved oxygen, and ISE (ion selective electrode) parameters. Whether you’re working in water treatment, food processing, life sciences, environmental monitoring, or education, our Milwaukee MAX series bench meters deliver the accuracy and reliability your laboratory demands.

Unlike portable handheld meters, bench meters offer a stable, mains-powered platform with larger displays, multi-parameter measurement, advanced data logging, and GLP (Good Laboratory Practice) compliance — making them the preferred choice for quality control laboratories and research environments throughout Australia.

Browse our range below, or contact our measurement specialists on 1300 662 720 for application advice.

Pacific Sensor Technologies supplies a complete range of laboratory bench meters for precise...

Why Choose a Bench Meter for Your Laboratory?

Bench meters are the gold standard for laboratory measurement. Unlike portable meters, bench-top instruments are designed for continuous use in a fixed laboratory environment and offer superior accuracy, repeatability, and multi-parameter capability.
Key advantages include:

  • Multi-parameter measurement in a single instrument (pH + ORP + conductivity + temperature)
  • Data logging and USB/RS232 connectivity for GLP and audit trail compliance
  • Automatic temperature compensation (ATC) for accurate readings across sample temperatures
  • Compatibility with a wide range of electrodes and probes
  • Large, backlit displays for clear reading in any laboratory lighting

 

Our Milwaukee MAX series bench meters are designed and certified to meet the needs of professional Australian laboratories, with full local support and NATA-accredited calibration available.

Applications — Industries We Serve

Our bench meters are trusted across a wide range of Australian industries:

  • Water treatment & municipal utilities — pH, ORP, conductivity, and dissolved oxygen monitoring
  • Food & beverage processing — HACCP-compliant pH and conductivity measurement
  • Life sciences & pharmaceutical — GLP data logging bench meters for research compliance
  • Environmental monitoring & testing laboratories — water quality analysis
  • Education & universities — accurate teaching instruments with clear displays
  • Mining & industrial process control — robust multi-parameter bench measurement

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a bench meter used for?

A bench meter (also called a benchtop meter or laboratory bench meter) is a mains-powered instrument designed for fixed-position use in a laboratory. It measures parameters such as pH, ORP (redox potential), conductivity, TDS, salinity, dissolved oxygen, and ISE with high accuracy and repeatability.

What is the difference between a bench meter and a portable pH meter?

Bench meters are larger, mains-powered instruments that offer greater measurement stability, multi-parameter capability, data logging, and GLP compliance features. Portable meters are battery-powered and designed for field or on-site use. For quality control laboratories, bench meters are the preferred choice.

Which Milwaukee bench meter is right for my application?

For basic pH and ORP measurement, the MW150 MAX is ideal. For pH/ORP with data logging and ISE capability, choose the MW160 MAX. For conductivity and TDS, the MW170 MAX is recommended. For all-in-one pH, ORP, conductivity, and TDS measurement, the MW180 MAX is the most comprehensive option. Contact our team for application-specific advice.