AwTester Professional Portable Water Activity Meter
Laboratory Accuracy in a Portable Design
Fast, Reliable and Cost-Effective Water Activity Measurement
AwTester is a professional handheld water activity meter designed for food manufacturers, pharmaceutical companies, laboratories and quality control departments.
Combining laboratory-grade accuracy with portable convenience, AwTester provides fast, reliable and repeatable water activity measurement for production lines, laboratories and field inspections.
AwTester is a professional portable water activity meter designed for rapid and accurate measurement of water activity (Aw) in food, pharmaceutical, biotechnology and industrial applications.
Combining advanced sensor technology with a compact handheld design, AwTester delivers laboratory-grade performance while remaining easy to carry and operate in production facilities, laboratories, warehouses and field environments.
With a minimum test time of only 3 minutes, built-in data storage, multilingual operation and optional wireless communication, AwTester provides an efficient and affordable solution for modern quality control and research applications.
Why Choose AwTester Professional Water Activity Meter?
Compact and Portable
Unlike traditional benchtop instruments, AwTester is lightweight and easy to carry. Its compact design allows users to perform measurements anytime and anywhere, making it ideal for laboratories, production lines, warehouses and field inspections.
Fast Measurement
AwTester offers both Standard and Fast Measurement Modes.
- Fast measurement results in as little as 3 minutes
- Typical measurement time approximately 5 minutes
- Improved testing efficiency without significant loss of accuracy
Professional Accuracy
Equipped with an advanced professional sensor, AwTester provides highly accurate and repeatable measurements for demanding quality control applications.
- Accuracy up to ±0.015 Aw
- Resolution up to 0.0001 Aw
- Long-term stability better than 0.0025 Aw/year
Excellent Value
AwTester delivers professional-grade performance at a fraction of the cost of many traditional laboratory water activity instruments, providing an ideal balance of performance, functionality and affordability.
Smart Data Management
- Storage for up to 5030 measurement records
- Measurement history review
- Software data export
- Optional Bluetooth printing
- Easy documentation and quality traceability
Global Ready
Supports multiple languages including:
- English
- Chinese
- French
- Spanish
Suitable for international users and global distribution.
Key Features
✔ Laboratory-grade accuracy
✔ Fast measurement mode (minimum 3 minutes)
✔ Portable handheld design
✔ Standard measurement mode
✔ Advanced water activity sensor
✔ High-resolution color TFT display
✔ Data storage up to 5030 records
✔ USB communication
✔ Optional Bluetooth printer support
✔ Multi-point calibration
✔ Multilingual user interface
✔ CE, FCC, PSE and RoHS certified
✔ Rechargeable and battery-powered operation
✔ Cost-effective solution for professional users
Typical Applications
Food Industry
- Bakery products
- Snacks and confectionery
- Dairy products
- Meat products
- Dried foods
- Coffee and tea
- Shelf-life studies
- Quality control
Pharmaceutical Industry
- Pharmaceutical manufacturing
- Stability testing
- Raw material inspection
- Quality assurance
Biotechnology & Research
- Biological sample analysis
- University laboratories
- Research institutes
- Scientific studies
Industrial Applications
- Tobacco products
- Animal feed
- Paper industry
- Material science
- Chemical products
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Measurement Type | Water Activity (aw) |
| Measurement Range | 0.0000 – 1.0000 aw -10.00 – 50 ℃ |
| Resolution | 0.0001 aw / 0.01℃ |
| Accuracy | ±0.015 aw / ±0.1℃ |
| Sensor Type | Professional Water Activity Sensor |
| Fast Measurement Mode | Yes |
| Fastest Measurement Time | 3 Minutes |
| Typical Measurement Time | 5 Minutes |
| Data Storage | 5030 Records |
| Display | Color TFT Screen |
| Calibration | Multi-point Calibration |
| Language Options | English, Chinese, French, Spanish |
| Communication | USB |
| Bluetooth Printing | Optional |
| Power Supply | USB / 4 × AA Batteries |
| Operating Temperature | -10 – 40°C |
| Long-Term Stability | <0.0025 Aw/year |
| Certifications | CE, FCC, PSE, RoHS |
Comparison with Traditional Laboratory Instruments
| Feature | AwTester | Traditional Bench Meter |
|---|---|---|
| Portable Design | ✓ | ✗ |
| Field Testing | ✓ | ✗ |
| Fast Measurement | ✓ | ✓ |
| Battery Operation | ✓ | ✗ |
| Data Storage | ✓ | Limited |
| Cost Effective | ✓ | ✗ |
| Laboratory Accuracy | ✓ | ✓ |
AwMini vs AwTester
| Feature | AwMini | AwTester |
|---|---|---|
| Design | Compact Portable | Professional Portable |
| Target User | Small businesses & routine testing | Industrial QC & laboratories |
| Price Level | Entry Level | Professional Level |
| Operation | Simple | Advanced |
| Data Function | Basic | Enhanced |
| Auto Shutdown | YES | NO (For continuous measurement) |
| Rechargeable Lithium Battery | YES | NO (AA×4) |
Smart Data Management
AwTester helps users maintain complete testing records for quality assurance and regulatory compliance.
Features include:
- Storage of up to 5030 measurements
- Review historical test records
- Data export through software
- Optional Bluetooth printing
- Traceable quality documentation
- Simplified audit preparation
Ordering Information
| Model | Description |
|---|---|
| AwTester (order number:1003) | Portable Water Activity Meter |
| Standard Package | Main Unit, Probe, AwBase, Sample Cups×10, USB Cable, User Manual, Carrying Case，AwSoft(download) |
Small Size. Professional Accuracy. Exceptional Value.
AwTester combines laboratory-grade measurement performance with true portability.
Whether used in food production, pharmaceutical manufacturing, research laboratories or field inspections, AwTester helps professionals obtain fast, reliable and accurate water activity measurements while reducing testing costs and improving operational efficiency.
Accurate Measurements Anywhere.
Faster Decisions. Better Quality Control.
