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TDS Meters & Total Dissolved Solids Measurement

Total dissolved solids (TDS) is usually estimated from conductivity using a conversion factor, or measured gravimetrically by evaporation.

LimitSANS 241: ≤ 1 200 mg/L (aesthetic).
Measurement options

Laboratory, portable and online TDS measurement

Laboratory

Conductivity meters with a configurable TDS factor, or the gravimetric method using a drying oven and analytical balance.

Portable & field

Handheld conductivity and TDS meters for field screening.

Online & process

Online conductivity sensors with TDS calculation in the controller.

Products

Products for TDS

Common questions

Is TDS the same as conductivity?

No. Meters calculate TDS from conductivity using a factor, typically between 0.5 and 0.7 depending on the ions present. For reported values, confirm the factor or use the gravimetric method.

Applications

Need to measure TDS?

Tell us your sample type, range and whether you need lab, portable or online measurement. We will recommend the right option.