Handheld Alcohol Refractometer 0-80% ATC – Spirits Tester & Alcoholometer for Wine, Whisky, Beer

The Handheld Alcohol Refractometer 0-80% ATC is expertly designed for the measurement of alcohol content (ethanol and water mixture) in distilled spirits. Whether you’re working with whiskey, brandy, vodka, gin, tequila or slivovitz, this device provides reliable and precise results when you need them.

What sets it apart

• Wide measuring range of 0-80% v/v for alcohol content with a clear scale division (typically 1% increments). 
• Built-in Automatic Temperature Compensation (ATC) ensures accurate readings even when liquids vary in temperature — a key feature of quality handheld refractometers.
• Durable handheld construction, commonly incorporating aluminum body plus ABS or rubberized components for light portability and robust use. Similar models list “aluminum and ABS rubber” materials. 

Key Features

• Wide Measuring Range: Ideal for spirits with 0-80 % v/v alcohol content.
• Automatic Temperature Compensation (ATC): Accommodates temperature fluctuations so you get correct readings quickly.
• Durable and Portable: With materials engineered for durability, scratch resistance and handheld convenience.

User-friendly Operation:

• Calibration: Simply place 2-3 drops of distilled water on the prism, close the cover plate, align with a light source and calibrate to zero.
• Testing: Apply 2-3 drops of your sample to the prism, close the cover plate, then view the alcohol percentage through the eyepiece.

Versatile Application: Perfect for bartenders, alcohol retailers, craft distillers, food producers and enthusiasts who require quick, on-site measurement of distilled beverages.

Important Notes / Best Practices

• Always calibrate the refractometer before your first use (and periodically) for optimal accuracy.
• Not recommended for measuring alcohol volume in wine, beer or sugary beverages — as sugar and other compounds interfere with the refractive index and can skew results. 
• After each use, clean, dry and store the refractometer carefully to ensure long-term performance and accuracy.

Why choose this model
Compared to simpler alcohol hydrometers or low-range refractometers, this handheld refractometer offers a broad measurement range (0-80 % v/v) and ATC capability. For example, one listing specifically states the instrument is “designed for testing Spirit Alcohol Volume Percent… ideal for Brandy, Whisky, Vodka etc. (Not recommended for wine…)”  What this means for you: less guesswork, faster tests, and an instrument built for the rigours of a distillation or quality-control environment.

Technical Snapshot (based on typical comparable models)

1. Measuring Range: 0-80% v/v alcohol content
2. Scale Division: ~1% increments (some 2% in higher range) 
3. Material: Aluminum body, ABS/rubber grip (varies by manufacturer)
4. ATC Compensation Range: Typically 0–30°C (check specific spec sheet) 
5. Calibration: Using distilled water; user-adjustable for fine-tuning
6. Usage: Handheld, portable, ideal for on-site tests in bars, distilleries, labs