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Notify me when its in stockThis fruit firmness measuring device is a dual scale model.
The device contains 1 measuring tip. The diameter of the measuring tip is 3.5 mm.
The GY-1 fruit firmness tester is easily portable due to its compact structure.
Delivered in a protective plastic case.
The rear dial of the device is white.
The firmness of the fruit at harvest time is an important factor determining post-harvest durability.
As the fruit matures, cells and intercellular spaces develop, and pectin and hemicelluloses break down.
This process leads to a decrease in the resistance of cell walls and a reduction in flesh firmness.
If the decrease in firmness becomes stable and noticeable after the onset of ripening, flesh firmness becomes a good indicator of maturity.
For example; the change in flesh firmness in pears and apples is less noticeable at an early stage and has low stability.
Fruit flesh firmness is an important criterion for harvest in many fruits and vegetables.
The desired firmness value for harvest varies depending on environmental conditions and nutritional status.
In hot, dry, and sunny years, flesh firmness increases, while it decreases in cool and humid conditions.
Factors that increase fruit size (rootstock, soil moisture, excessive nitrogen) generally decrease flesh firmness.
Besides soft pitted fruits, flesh firmness is also used as a measure of harvest and durability in fruits like kiwi, peach, apricot, and plum.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Measurement Range: 2 - 15 kg/cm²
Accuracy: ±0.1
Pressure Foot Diameter: Ø 3.5 mm
Needle Length: 10 mm
Product Dimensions: 140 x 60 x 30 mm
Weight: 300 grams
