PH probe calibration

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Robert1969
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PH probe calibration

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Was wondeing how often I should calibrate my PH probe?
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Re: PH probe calibration

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I think this is a personal preference.
I never calibrate mine, but I know people that do that every week.
What I do often though is place the probe in vinegar to kill any bacteria/algae growth that covers the glass bulb.
They can cause a small drift in readings.
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Re: PH probe calibration

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I didn't know that. Thank you
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