- Raw and treated drinking-water checks
- Distribution and corrosion investigations
- Filter and treatment performance
- Boiler, cooling and process water
- Discoloured-water incident response
- Field screening before laboratory confirmation
Portable Iron Testing
Investigate source water, treatment performance, distribution changes and industrial water using portable photometric iron measurements.
What does iron show?
Iron may be naturally present, introduced by corrosion or released from deposits. Portable photometry can provide rapid total or dissolved iron checks when the method, digestion needs, sample preparation and measuring range are defined correctly.
Read the Drinking Water Inspectorate treatment guidance for authoritative background. Return to our portable water-quality parameters guide to compare other measurements, or visit PMA for wider water and wastewater instrumentation support.
Where portable iron testing is useful
Portable instruments for iron
The correct instrument depends on the measurement method, expected range, water matrix, other parameters and how results need to be recorded.
MD 100 portable photometer
A compact photometer available in parameter-specific combinations for focused routine water testing.
Best for: simple repeatable checks with a defined iron method.
View MD 100
MD 610 multiparameter photometer
A multiparameter photometer for iron and other reagent-based water tests with result storage and mobile transfer.
Best for: broader field or laboratory testing programmes.
View MD 610
Not sure which iron option fits?
Tell us what water you are testing, the expected range, where the measurement will be made and which other parameters matter.
Portable iron testing FAQs
What does portable iron testing show?
Iron may be naturally present, introduced by corrosion or released from deposits. Portable photometry can provide rapid total or dissolved iron checks when the method, digestion needs, sample preparation and measuring range are defined correctly.
Where is portable iron testing useful?
Common uses include raw and treated drinking-water checks, distribution and corrosion investigations, filter and treatment performance, boiler, cooling and process water. The best sampling point should always be chosen around the decision the result needs to support.
Which portable instrument can measure iron?
MD 100 portable photometer and MD 610 multiparameter photometer provide different levels of capability. The preferred option depends on the method, range, sample and other parameters.
Can a portable result help verify an online analyser?
Yes. A carefully collected portable result can provide an independent spot check during commissioning or investigation. Sampling location, timing, preparation and method differences must be considered before comparing readings.
What information should I provide before requesting a quote?
Share the water type, expected range, sampling location, testing frequency, other required parameters, record-keeping needs and any site constraints. This helps PMA confirm the complete practical package.
Can PMA help select the correct method and equipment?
Yes. PMA can review the application, expected conditions, measurement method, reagents or sensors, calibration needs and supporting accessories before quotation.
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