ATAGO PAL-COFFEE Digital Brix & TDS Refractometer – Professionally Refurbished with 3-Year Warranty

Professional coffee measurement. Thoroughly cleaned, calibration verified, and backed by a 3-year warranty.

The ATAGO PAL-COFFEE (BX/TDS) is a compact digital refractometer designed for coffee professionals who want to measure beverage concentration rather than rely on taste alone. It measures both % Brix and total dissolved solids (TDS), making it useful for dialing in espresso, evaluating brewed coffee, developing recipes, and maintaining consistent beverage quality.

This is a professionally refurbished instrument offered by National Industrial Supply. Each unit is deep cleaned, and its calibration is confirmed against known samples before sale. You get a proven ATAGO measurement platform without paying full new-equipment pricing, plus a 3-year warranty from NI Supply.

Why Choose This Refurbished ATAGO PAL-COFFEE?

• Two measurement scales: Measures both Brix and TDS, providing flexibility for coffee concentration analysis.
• Fine measurement resolution: Displays readings in 0.01% increments, helping you detect small differences between samples.
• Verified calibration: Calibration is checked against known samples before the unit is sold.
• Deep-cleaned refurbishment: The instrument is thoroughly cleaned and prepared for its next working environment.
• Three-year warranty: Added protection and confidence when purchasing refurbished equipment.
• Compact and portable: A handheld digital design suited to café counters, roasting facilities, training environments, and quality-control work.
• Designed for coffee: Unlike a standard sugar-focused Brix refractometer, the PAL-COFFEE provides a dedicated coffee TDS scale for measuring dissolved-solids concentration.

Who Should Use the ATAGO PAL-COFFEE?

Specialty coffee shops and espresso bars

Measure espresso concentration and compare shots when adjusting grind settings, dose, beverage yield, or brewing parameters. Use objective measurements alongside tasting to help establish repeatable recipes.

Coffee roasters

Evaluate brewed samples during product development and quality control. Compare how different roast profiles, beans, and brewing parameters affect beverage concentration.

Coffee laboratories and quality-control teams

Use numerical measurements to document results, compare samples, and support repeatable testing procedures.

Coffee educators and barista trainers

Demonstrate how brewing variables affect concentration. Quantitative measurements can help students understand the relationship between brewing technique and the beverage in the cup.

Serious home baristas

Take the guesswork out of comparing espresso and brewed coffee. Track results as you experiment with grinders, coffee beans, recipes, and brewing methods.

What Can You Measure?

The PAL-COFFEE measures two different concentration scales:

Total Dissolved Solids (TDS)

TDS is the primary scale used to assess coffee beverage concentration. It indicates the proportion of dissolved material in the sample and is commonly used in coffee brewing analysis. Combined with beverage mass and the appropriate brewing calculations, TDS can help estimate extraction yield.

Brix

Brix is a concentration scale traditionally associated with dissolved sucrose. The PAL-COFFEE also provides a Brix reading for users who need that measurement or want to compare both scales.

Important distinction: Coffee TDS measures beverage concentration, not coffee quality by itself. A higher reading does not automatically mean a better cup. Flavor, extraction, brewing method, and personal preference still matter.

Simple Digital Measurement

The PAL-COFFEE is designed for quick, straightforward measurements:

1. Place a small sample of coffee on the measurement surface.
2. Press the START button.
3. Read the digital result.
4. Clean the measurement surface after testing and follow the manufacturer’s instructions for subsequent measurements.

ATAGO specifies a measurement time of approximately 3 seconds for the PAL-COFFEE BX/TDS model. Automatic temperature compensation helps support consistent measurements across varying sample temperatures within the instrument’s specified operating range.

For best repeatability, use a consistent sampling procedure. Filter samples when appropriate to remove suspended particles, allow samples to be representative of the beverage being tested, and keep the measurement surface clean.

Professionally Refurbished and Calibration Verified

Buying refurbished should not mean guessing about the condition of your instrument.

Every ATAGO PAL-COFFEE sold under this listing is:

• Deep cleaned before sale.
• Checked against known samples to confirm calibration.
• Backed by a 3-year NI Supply warranty.

This is a practical option for coffee professionals who want the capabilities of an established instrument brand while controlling equipment costs.

Please note that this is a refurbished instrument, not a new unit. Cosmetic condition may vary. Contact us if you need clarification about the condition of the particular unit available.

Technical Specifications

Specifications are based on ATAGO’s published PAL-COFFEE BX/TDS documentation. Accuracy figures are manufacturer specifications, not a claim that every individual reading will be within that tolerance under all sample conditions.

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

Is this ATAGO PAL-COFFEE new or refurbished?

This is a refurbished unit. It is deep cleaned and its calibration is confirmed against known samples before sale.

Does it come with a warranty?

Yes. This refurbished unit includes a 3-year warranty from National Industrial Supply. Contact us for the applicable warranty terms.

What is the difference between Brix and TDS?

Brix is traditionally used to measure sugar concentration in aqueous solutions. Coffee TDS is used to assess the concentration of dissolved material in brewed coffee. The PAL-COFFEE BX/TDS provides both readings, with TDS being the more directly relevant scale for standard coffee concentration analysis.

Can I use it to dial in espresso?

Yes. TDS measurements can help you compare espresso concentration when adjusting grind size, dose, yield, and other brewing variables. Use the readings alongside taste and a consistent preparation method.

Can it measure regular brewed coffee and cold brew?

It is suitable for measuring coffee beverage concentration within its stated TDS and Brix ranges. For cold brew concentrates, check that the sample falls within the instrument’s measurement range.

Can it calculate extraction yield?

The refractometer supplies the TDS reading used in extraction-yield calculations. You must also know the relevant coffee dose and beverage mass and apply the appropriate formula. The refractometer alone does not determine extraction yield.

How accurate is the PAL-COFFEE?

ATAGO specifies Brix accuracy of ±0.10% and TDS accuracy of ±0.15%, with resolution of 0.01% on both scales. Actual measurement repeatability depends on sampling, cleanliness, temperature, and technique.

Can it measure hot coffee?

The PAL-COFFEE features automatic temperature compensation designed to support stable readings across its specified temperature compensation range. Follow ATAGO’s instructions for handling and measuring hot samples.

A refurbished unit can provide a lower-cost way to access a professional instrument. This listing also includes deep cleaning, calibration verification against known samples, and a 3-year warranty from NI Supply.

What is included with the purchase?

The purchase includes the refurbished ATAGO PAL-COFFEE BX/TDS refractometer. Please contact NI Supply to confirm the included accessories and battery status for the particular unit before ordering.

Questions Before You Buy?

National Industrial Supply has supplied refractometers and measurement equipment to customers who need practical, reliable measurement tools. If you need help confirming that the PAL-COFFEE fits your coffee testing application, contact us before ordering.

National Industrial Supply (NI Supply)
Temecula, California
Website: www.nisupply.com
Email: nisupply@gmail.com