2014 Titrator Product Survey

While titration is a basic analytical method, titrators are specialized instruments that perform titrations with minimal operator intervention. They can thus minimize errors, improve throughput, and facilitate documentation. There are two major titrator types: potentiometric acid-based designs and Karl Fischer titrators.

Written byTrevor Henderson, PhD
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Top 6 Questions You Should Ask When Buying a Titrator

  1. How precise is the titrant delivery system? Is the titrant delivery system certified for accuracy?
  2. Can additional titrants be used without having to purge burettes?
  3. What information is included in the titrator’s display and reports?
  4. Is the titrator limited to proprietary electrodes? What is the replacement cost for electrodes?
  5. Is the software field upgradeable?
  6. What is the service and repair policy?
    • Is on-site support offered?
    • If something goes wrong with the meter, can it be fixed locally?
    • What is the general turnaround time for repair?

Types of titrators used by survey respondents:

Potentiometric43%
Karl Fischer Coulometric23%
Karl Fischer Volumetric28%
Other5%

Titrator components used by survey respondents:

Evaporator10%
Karl Fischer oven23%
Autosampler44%
Homogenizer15%
Other8%

Nearly 34% of respondents plan on purchasing a titrator in the next year. The budget ranges for these purchases are as follows: 

Less than $1,000
$1,000 - $5,000
$5,000 - $15,000
$15,000 - $30,000
$30,000+

Top 10 features/factors respondents look for when purchasing a titrators:

Ease of use92%
Accuracy92%
Reliability91%
Low maintenance85%
Price83%
Warranty78%
Ease of installation76%
Operating costs74%
Service and support72%
Flexibility of automation67%

Completed Surveys: 174


For more information on titrators, including useful articles and a list of manufacturers, visit www.labmanager.com/titrators 

See the most recent survey results here

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    Trevor Henderson BSc (HK), MSc, PhD (c), has more than two decades of experience in the fields of scientific and technical writing, editing, and creative content creation. With academic training in the areas of human biology, physical anthropology, and community health, he has a broad skill set of both laboratory and analytical skills. Since 2013, he has been working with LabX Media Group developing content solutions that engage and inform scientists and laboratorians. He can be reached at thenderson@labmanager.com.

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