The measurement accuracy of the new testo 270 is an enormous help here. Thanks to the fast and easily executed measurements, clarity is provided as to whether the cooking oil is still within the optimum range, or whether it already contains too many oxidants. This ensures that the cooking oil always has the best possible quality, in spite of the fact that no oil is wasted by premature replacement. “That also makes it easier for businesses to comply with legal requirements at all times”, adds Stephanie Knill, Product Manager for the testo 270 with the Lenzkircher measuring instrument manufacturer.

The users of the new testo 270 profit from its speed in measurement. With an automatic final value recognition, the so-called Auto-Hold, the instrument provides an audible signal as soon as the end of the measurement is reached. The measurement result, the TPM content of the analyzed oil, is now displayed twice. For one, the percent value is shown on a very easily legible, backlit display. In addition to this, an alarm bar based on the traffic light principle shows the status of the cooking oil. “Green means the optimum range, yellow means still OK, and if it’s red, the oil needs to be changed”, Testo’s Product Manager explains the simple but ingenious system which makes handling the instrument considerably easier for the users during “hot” operation. The limit values can be defined by the user according to individual quality requirements.

In addition to the TPM measurement, the testo 270 also has a temperature warning system. It is triggered when the oil has reached a temperature of over 190 degrees during measurement.

Secure measurement in the long term

Regarding instrument testing, the testo 270 also fulfils all user requirements, as it offers two possibilities for calibration and adjustment in practice. The most exact variant is the use of a reference oil whose TPM content is exactly known. If the measurement values do not correspond, the instrument can be easily adjusted, and security in everyday kitchen work is guaranteed again This can be carried out by the user himself. Another method, and one often used in practice, is an adjustment on site with the user’s own, unused oil. The starting TPM value can be easily determined using the testo 270. In large restaurants, fast food chains or food producers, the polar material composition is often known by the producer. You can, for example, always carry out quick checks when the oil is changed.

A great advantage with the new Testo cooking oil tester is that the sensor has been designed to be especially short, allowing tests to be carried out conveniently and without problems, even when there is only a small quantity of oil present, for example in flat fryers. Businesses in which breaded steaks or fish fingers are deep-fried can thus also fully utilize the advantages of the testo 270. In order to protect the highly sensitive sensor from breakage and scratching, it is embedded in metal and additionally laminated with a protective layer, which also considerably eases cleaning.

The housing of the testo 270 is also of a robust, but at the same time ergonomic, design. Thanks to the “TopSafe” protection case, the instrument is watertight. The “TopSafe” can be removed easily, and is dishwasher-safe – meaning optimum hygiene. The handstrap which can be used optionally in connection with the “TopSafe” is particularly convenient. It secures the instrument on your wrist during measurement, and is often used to hang the instrument up within easy reach of the fryer.

Its measurement accuracy and robust design, coupled with its easy handlng, make the testo 270 an indispensible assistant where fried goods are produced, high quality standards have to be met, and the maximum useful life of cooking oil is the objective.

For more information on the T270 and how you can save on your cooking oil costs call the Eurotec Instrumentation Team today. Request a FREE copy of the Guide to Cooking Oil Measurement by going to the contact us page.