The 0-32% brix refractometer from a.s is a colostrum measurement device to accurately and quickly test the quality of colostrum.
The concentration of antibodies (immunoglobulins) in colostrum is vital for calves’ healthy start. The colostrum meter registers the volume of solids in the colostrum optically; this is the dry matter. A brix meter measures the refraction of light shining through a solution. The angle of refraction relates to the volume of dry matter in the solution. The more dry matter, the better the quality. Normal cow’s milk contains 12.5% dry matter while fresh colostrum preferably contains more than 25%. The instrument does not depend on the temperature, and bases the scores for quality of the colostrum on a numerical scale.
The colostrum meter is supplied as a complete package:
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