Digital CO2 meter for beer and carbonated beverages in bottles and cans type ICD
The digital CO2 meter type ICD enables the determination of CO2 content in beer, carbonated beverages and sparkling wines in bottles, cans and PET bottles, expressed in volume percent or g/L.
Measurement Principle:
The instrument uses Henry’s law. The CO₂ content is determined by measuring the temperature and the partial pressure of CO₂ in equilibrium after mechanical shaking of the beverage.
Operating procedure:
The instrument is designed for use with various types and heights of bottles and cans. The bottle is placed on the lifting mechanism platform; by moving the lever, the bottle is hermetically sealed, and the crown cap is subsequently pierced. A probe with a hand pump is then inserted into the bottle. By briefly opening and immediately closing the release valve, the pressure inside the bottle is reset to zero.
The release of bound carbon dioxide from the beverage is carried out by pulling out and pressing the pump piston located at the top of the probe three times, thereby increasing the pressure of the released CO2 in the bottle. After this preparation, the measurement is started by pressing the CO2 measurement button. The instrument automatically measures pressure and temperature, calculates the carbon dioxide content, and displays the measured values in g/L and volume percent on the display.
Technical data:
| Parameter | Range / Value | Accuracy |
| CO2 measurement | 2 to 9.99 g/L (1 to 5.15 vol) | 0.05 g/L |
| Temperature | −3 to +30 °C | 0.05 °C |
| Pressure | 0–600 kPa (0–6 bar) | 0.5 % |
| Display | 3.5″ colour touchscreen | — |
| Data memory | 250 measurement samples | — |
| Dimensions (H×W×D) | 530 x 240 x 300 mm | — |
| Weight | 3 kg | — |
Scope of Delivery:
CO2 meter type ICD, AC/DC adapter, User’s Guide
Accessories (optional):
- Adapter pro PET bottles.
- Sampling probe for taking beverage samples from a bottle or can into an O2 meter.
Advantages & Benefits:
- High accuracy & calibration capability — suitable for ISO 9001/9002 laboratories.
- Fast & reproducible CO2 release using pressure pulse generated by piston.
- In addition to CO2 measurement, the device allows for independent measurement of temperature and pressure.
- 25+ years of manufacturing experience, thousands of units in operation worldwide.
- Excellent price-to-performance ratio.
- After purchasing a sampling probe, the device can also be used as a sampler for taking beverage samples from a bottle or can into any type of oximeter capable of measuring the amount of dissolved O2 in the beverage.
Downloads
Product sheets, catalogues and technical documentation.
Frequently asked questions
What are the differences between the individual types of instruments for measuring CO2 content in carbonated beverages in bottles, cans, and PET bottles?
We manufacture two types of these instruments: ICA and ICD.
The ICA type is analog and equipped with a nomogram, from which the operator reads the CO2 content based on the measured pressure and temperature values.
The digital ICD type automatically measures pressure and temperature, calculates the CO2 content, and displays it on the screen in units of g/L and volume percent. This eliminates any potential operator reading errors.
Both ICA and ICD types release bound CO2 from the beverage by a pressure shock generated by pressing the pump piston, which speeds up the measurement and improves its reproducibility.
The ICA type is a simpler and the most cost-effective solution, which is especially appreciated by microbreweries and smaller producers.
Can the ICD-type instrument also be used to measure CO2 in cans and PET bottles?
Yes. For cans, it can be used without any additional accessories. For measuring CO2 in PET bottles, it is necessary to purchase a PET bottle adapter, which prevents the bottle from collapsing during piercing (it serves as a bottle support).