{"title":"Chemical Test Strips","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eHere are \u003cstrong\u003ecommon examples\u003c\/strong\u003e of \u003cstrong\u003echemical test strips\u003c\/strong\u003e (also called test papers or dipsticks). These are simple, portable tools that use color-changing chemical reagents to detect specific substances or properties in liquids, often by dipping the strip and comparing the result to a color chart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH Test Strips\u003c\/strong\u003e Measure acidity or alkalinity (pH scale, typically 0–14 or narrower ranges like 4.5–10). \u003cstrong\u003eCommon uses\u003c\/strong\u003e: Testing pool\/spa water, soil, urine\/saliva, drinking water, aquariums, food production, or lab experiments. Wide-range versions cover broad pH; narrow ones offer higher precision.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePool and Spa Water Test Strips (Multi-Parameter)\u003c\/strong\u003e Often 4-way, 6-way, or 7-way strips that test multiple chemicals at once. \u003cstrong\u003eTypical parameters\u003c\/strong\u003e: Free chlorine (or bromine), total chlorine, pH, total alkalinity, cyanuric acid (stabilizer), total hardness, and sometimes calcium hardness or phosphates. \u003cstrong\u003eUses\u003c\/strong\u003e: Maintaining safe swimming pool or hot tub chemistry to prevent algae, scaling, or irritation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChlorine Test Strips (Sanitizer \/ Residual Chlorine)\u003c\/strong\u003e Measure free or total chlorine concentration (usually in ppm, e.g., 0–200 ppm or higher). \u003cstrong\u003eUses\u003c\/strong\u003e: Restaurants\/food service (3-compartment sinks, wiping cloths, dishwashers), drinking water treatment, pools\/spas, and industrial sanitizing. Ensures proper disinfection levels (e.g., 50–200 ppm for chlorine sanitizers).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuaternary Ammonium (Quat \/ QAC) Test Strips\u003c\/strong\u003e Detect quaternary ammonium compound sanitizer levels (typically 150–400 ppm). \u003cstrong\u003eUses\u003c\/strong\u003e: Food service and commercial kitchens for surface sanitizing. Color change (often yellow to green) indicates if the solution is effective.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIodine Test Strips\u003c\/strong\u003e Measure iodine-based sanitizer concentration. \u003cstrong\u003eUses\u003c\/strong\u003e: Similar to quat or chlorine strips in restaurants and food processing where iodine sanitizers are used.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeracetic Acid Test Strips\u003c\/strong\u003e Detect peracetic acid (PAA) levels, a common no-rinse sanitizer. \u003cstrong\u003eUses\u003c\/strong\u003e: Food processing, brewing, dairy, and medical equipment disinfection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUrine Test Strips (Dipsticks)\u003c\/strong\u003e Multi-pad strips that test 5–10+ parameters simultaneously. \u003cstrong\u003eTypical parameters\u003c\/strong\u003e: Glucose, ketones, protein, blood, nitrites, leukocytes, bilirubin, urobilinogen, pH, specific gravity. \u003cstrong\u003eUses\u003c\/strong\u003e: Medical screening for diabetes, kidney issues, urinary tract infections, or general health monitoring (at home or in clinics).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOther Specialized Chemical Test Strips\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNitrate \/ Nitrite Test Strips\u003c\/strong\u003e — For water quality or aquarium testing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness Test Strips\u003c\/strong\u003e — Calcium\/magnesium levels in water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChlorine Dioxide or Hydrogen Peroxide Strips\u003c\/strong\u003e — For specific disinfectants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy Metal or Iron\/Copper Test Strips\u003c\/strong\u003e — For water contamination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFryer Oil \/ TPM Test Strips\u003c\/strong\u003e — Measure total polar materials in cooking oil to check when it needs changing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeroxide or Ascorbic Acid Strips\u003c\/strong\u003e — In food\/beverage or cosmetic testing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eHow They Work (Generally)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDip the strip in the sample (or apply a drop).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWait a short time (seconds to 1–2 minutes).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompare the developed color(s) to the printed chart on the bottle for a semi-quantitative reading (e.g., “pH 7.2” or “chlorine 100 ppm”).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvantages\u003c\/strong\u003e: Fast, inexpensive, no lab equipment needed. \u003cstrong\u003eLimitations\u003c\/strong\u003e: Less precise than liquid test kits or digital meters; results can be affected by temperature, lighting, or user error.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"g5586357","title":"Spill Kit, 7 gal Volume Absorbed per Kit, Bag, Silver","description":"Spill Kit, Fluids Absorbed Universal, Volume Absorbed Per Kit 7 gal, Container Type Bag, Silver, Filled, Sorbents Included (15) Pads (19 in L x 15 in W), (3) Socks (4 ft L x 3 in W), PPE Included (1) Pair Goggles, (1) Pair Nitrile Gloves, Additional Components Included (1) Disposal Bag, Handbook, UV Resistant Yes, Includes Mounting Fasteners No, EPA 40 CFR 112.7(c)(1)(vii), OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120(j)(1)(vii), OSHA 29 CFR 1910.22(a)(2), TAA Compliant, Land Fill Disposable No, Package Quantity 4","brand":"BRADY","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42211727147088,"sku":"SKA-ATK-TAA","price":344.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0242\/9940\/5392\/files\/Z1qMvyjcpEx.jpg?v=1776362101"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0242\/9940\/5392\/collections\/Chemical_Test_Strips.jpg?v=1776352445","url":"https:\/\/store.zoellerpumps.co.za\/af\/collections\/chemical-test-strips.oembed","provider":"store.water-services.us","version":"1.0","type":"link"}