eXact iDip Test Strips
Meter-read reagent strips for compatible eXact photometer methods
eXact Strip Micro products release a measured reagent into the photometer sample cell as the strip is moved according to the method. The photometer reads the developed colour or turbidity; these are not ordinary visual dip strips.
Match the strip part number to the photometer, programmed test, parameter and range. Follow the specified fill level, zeroing, dipping motion, mixing and read time because each step forms part of the method.
Match strip, method and photometer before ordering
- Use the exact strip part number.
- Confirm method is enabled on the instrument or app.
- Check sample type and measurement range.
- Follow dip time and motion exactly.
- Keep strips sealed, dry and within expiry.
Our practical view: eXact iDip strips are parameter- and instrument-specific. We match the product code to the meter and expected range, because a strip for copper, chloride or hardness cannot be substituted by appearance.
Choosing eXact iDip Test Strips from a measured water result
eXact iDip test strips are consumables used with compatible photometers and app-connected meters. Different packs measure chloride/salt, calcium hardness, metals, copper and other parameters, often with their own procedure and test count. Check compatibility with the exact iDip instrument and water type. Shelf life, storage, sample volume and reaction timing all affect accuracy.
What to check before ordering
- Match the strip product code to the instrument and parameter.
- Confirm the test range covers the concentration you expect.
- Store packs sealed and dry, and follow the app or meter timing exactly.
Products you can compare in this section
Current examples include Aqua Source eXact iDip Chloride Salt Test Strips – 25 Tests, Aqua Source eXact iDip Copper Test Strips – 50 Tests, Aqua Source eXact iDip Total Chlorine Test Strips – 100 Tests, Aqua Source eXact iDip Nitrate Test Strips – 50 Tests and Aqua Source eXact iDip Total Alkalinity Test Strips – 25 Tests.
Keep a note of lot numbers and expiry dates where results support livestock or treatment decisions. If a reading is outside the kit range, dilute only when the method explicitly provides for it.
Need to compare the wider range? Return to Water Testing and Purifiers for the surrounding product family.
eXact iDip Test Strips Testing Guide
The strip is a reagent-delivery device
Its pads are designed to release chemistry into a defined sample volume for instrument reading.
Timing is part of the calibration
Changing the dip or development time can change reagent release and colour response.
A clean built-in cell protects repeatability
Rinse and clean using the manufacturer procedure so residue from one method does not affect the next.
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eXact iDip Test Strips Frequently Asked Questions
These eXact iDip Test Strips answers cover the recurring buying and testing questions we encounter. The exact instrument, reagent and application instructions still take priority.
Are eXact iDip strips normal visual test strips?
No. Compatible Strip Micro products are designed to deliver reagent into an eXact photometer cell for an instrument reading.
Will every eXact strip work with every eXact photometer?
No. Match the instrument, programmed method, strip part number, parameter and range.
Why does dipping technique matter?
The specified motion and time control reagent release and mixing, so altering them can change the result.
How should eXact test strips be stored?
Keep them in their original closed packaging under the stated temperature and humidity conditions and observe the expiry date.
How do I choose the right eXact iDip Test Strips product?
For eXact iDip Test Strips, define the sample type, expected concentration, reporting unit and confidence required before comparing compatible instruments, reagents and standards.
Why does the measurement range matter?
When testing eXact iDip Test Strips, a result outside the method range may be invalid, while an unnecessarily broad range can hide useful detail at low concentrations.
Why must I record the unit with a water-test result?
A eXact iDip Test Strips value is meaningful only with its unit, reporting form and method; similar-looking numbers can otherwise describe different results.
How can I improve repeatability when using eXact iDip Test Strips?
For repeatable eXact iDip Test Strips results, use a representative sample, clean equipment, accurate volume and consistent timing, and keep optical cells free from fingerprints and bubbles.
What should I do if a water-test result looks wrong?
If a eXact iDip Test Strips result looks wrong, repeat a fresh sample, confirm the method and range, inspect the reagents and validate with a suitable standard or independent method where needed.
How should water-test reagents and standards be stored?
Store eXact iDip Test Strips reagents and standards sealed, labelled and within the stated temperature and expiry limits, and protect them from contamination.
Can eXact iDip Test Strips prove water is safe to drink?
No. A eXact iDip Test Strips field test covers defined parameters only and cannot establish overall drinking-water or microbiological safety.
What details should I record with a test result?
With a eXact iDip Test Strips result, record the date, time, sampling point, temperature where relevant, instrument, method, chemical form, unit and recent treatment or maintenance.
