Specifications

Application

Hydroponics & Horticulture

In hydroponics and horticulture, pH balance directly affects nutrient availability. If the pH drifts too far from the optimal range (typically 5.5–6.5 for most plants), nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium become less accessible—no matter how well-formulated your nutrient mix is. The result? Slowed growth, nutrient deficiencies, and reduced yields.

The Milwaukee MC110 PRO pH Monitor helps you avoid these issues by providing continuous, accurate monitoring of your nutrient solution’s pH. You’ll know the exact moment your pH begins to drift, allowing you to take fast corrective action. No more guessing, no more crop stress – just healthy, thriving plants with optimized root-zone conditions.

How to Use the MC110 in Hydroponics

1. Mount the Monitor
   Secure the MC110 on a wall or stable surface near your nutrient reservoir or hydroponic tank using the included mounting bracket.
2. Install the Electrode
   Place the pH probe directly into your nutrient solution or tank, ensuring it's fully submerged and not resting on the bottom.
3. Connect the Power Supply
   Plug in the adapter to power the monitor. The digital display will activate immediately.
4. Calibrate the Monitor
   Use Milwaukee’s pH 7.01 and pH 4.01 buffer solutions to perform a two-point manual calibration for optimal accuracy.
5. Monitor Continuously
   Once calibrated, the MC110 provides real-time pH readings. The built-in visual LED alarm will alert you if levels stray outside your desired range.
6. Adjust Nutrient Solution as Needed
   If the pH goes off track, add pH up or pH down solutions accordingly to bring it back into range. The MC110 helps you respond faster, minimizing plant stress.
7. Maintain the Electrode
   After use or every few weeks, clean the probe with MA9016 cleaning solution and store it in MA9015 storage solution to extend lifespan.

Aquariums & Aquaculture

In both home aquariums and professional aquaculture, pH stability is crucial to aquatic health. Even slight deviations can stress fish, disrupt biological filtration, and hinder coral or plant growth. In reef tanks, for instance, pH swings can harm sensitive invertebrates and corals, while in freshwater tanks or fish farms, poor pH control can increase disease risk and reduce breeding success.

With the Milwaukee MC110 PRO pH Monitor, aquarists and fish farmers gain peace of mind through continuous, real-time pH tracking. No more manual testing or worrying about overnight fluctuations – just accurate, around-the-clock monitoring to help you maintain ideal water chemistry and safeguard your aquatic life.

How to Use the MC110 in Aquariums & Fish Farms

1. Choose Your Mounting Spot
   Mount the MC110 monitor securely above or beside your tank or pond system. Ensure the display is easy to view at a glance.
2. Position the pH Electrode
   Submerge the electrode into the aquarium or aquaculture system, making sure it stays in a well-circulated area (away from filters or heaters that might skew readings).
3. Power Up the Unit
   Plug in the included power adapter. The digital display will turn on, ready to begin monitoring.
4. Calibrate the Device
   For accurate performance, calibrate using Milwaukee's MA9004 (pH 4.01) and MA9007 (pH 7.01) buffer solutions before first use and periodically after that.
5. Start Monitoring pH Levels
   With the electrode in place, the MC110 will display live pH readings. The built-in LED alarm will alert you if levels drift outside your target range, so you can take immediate action.
6. Adjust pH as Needed
   Use aquarium-safe pH up/down solutions, buffers, or water changes to correct imbalances and restore stable conditions.
7. Care for the Electrode
   Clean the probe regularly with MA9016 cleaning solution and store it in MA9015 storage solution when not in continuous use. Proper care ensures longer life and consistent accuracy.

Laboratory & Education

In laboratories and academic environments, precision and consistency are non-negotiable. Whether you're conducting environmental research, chemistry experiments, or biology lab work, even small pH shifts can alter outcomes and compromise the integrity of data. For educational settings, students learning the scientific method need tools that are both reliable and easy to use.

The Milwaukee MC110 PRO pH Monitor is a trusted companion in both teaching labs and professional research spaces. It provides continuous, accurate pH readings, allowing instructors, students, and researchers to focus on data interpretation instead of troubleshooting equipment. From monitoring aqueous solutions in environmental science to supporting chemistry demonstrations over multiple lab periods, the MC110 is built for long-term performance.

How to Use the MC110 in Labs & Classrooms

1. Set Up the Monitor in a Safe Location
   Mount the MC110 on a stable lab bench or workstation where it’s easily visible and protected from splashes or movement.
2. Install the pH Electrode
   Place the electrode in a beaker, flask, or test container holding your solution. For classroom use, ensure students can observe the probe placement and read the display.
3. Connect Power Supply
   Plug in the AC adapter to power the monitor. The large, clear digital display makes it easy to track results during lectures or experiments.
4. Perform a Two-Point Calibration
   Use Milwaukee's MA9004 (pH 4.01) and MA9007 (pH 7.01) buffer solutions to calibrate the monitor before each new experiment or lesson.
5. Begin Monitoring
   Once calibrated, the monitor will continuously display the pH of the solution in real time—perfect for extended observation or reaction tracking.
6. Record & Analyze
   Students or researchers can log data at intervals or in real time, encouraging hands-on learning and accurate research documentation.
7. Maintain the Electrode for Accuracy
   After use, clean the electrode with MA9016 cleaning solution and store it in MA9015 storage solution to preserve performance.

Swimming Pools & Spas

Maintaining proper pH in pools and spas isn’t just about water clarity—it’s critical for swimmer health, equipment protection, and the effectiveness of sanitizing agents like chlorine. A pH that’s too low (acidic) can cause skin and eye irritation, corrosion of ladders, pumps, and heaters, while a pH that’s too high (alkaline) can lead to scaling, cloudy water, and reduced sanitizer performance.

The MC110 PRO pH Monitor by Milwaukee Instruments offers a dependable solution with continuous, accurate pH tracking. This professional-grade monitor helps both residential and commercial users maintain ideal pH levels (typically between 7.2–7.6), ensuring optimal conditions for swimmers and extending the life of pool infrastructure.

Whether you're a facility manager, pool technician, or a homeowner who takes water care seriously, the MC110 empowers you to react quickly to fluctuations and make informed treatment decisions.

How to Use the MC110 in Pools & Spas

1. Mount the Monitor in a Dry, Visible Area
   Install the MC110 near the pool control center or water treatment area, ideally in a shaded and splash-protected spot for easy viewing.
2. Place the Electrode in Circulating Water
   Submerge the pH electrode in a location where water is constantly moving, such as the return line or filtration outlet. This ensures accurate, representative readings of the pool’s overall pH.
3. Connect to Power
   Plug in the monitor using the included AC adapter. The digital display will begin showing live pH readings immediately.
4. Calibrate with Buffer Solutions
   Perform a two-point calibration using Milwaukee buffer solutions (pH 4.01 and pH 7.01) to ensure accuracy. Calibration should be repeated regularly, especially before the swimming season starts.
5. Monitor Continuously
   With the MC110 installed and calibrated, you’ll get up-to-date pH readings throughout the day. This allows you to react quickly to changes caused by weather, bather load, or chemical additions.
6. Adjust Treatment Accordingly
   Based on readings, adjust your chemical dosing—like adding acid to lower pH or soda ash to raise it—while ensuring chlorine works at peak effectiveness.
7. Clean & Store the Electrode When Not in Use
   If the monitor will be inactive for an extended period (e.g., offseason), clean the electrode and store it in Milwaukee’s MA9015 storage solution to preserve its life.

Water Treatment & Purification

In both large-scale municipal facilities and compact home treatment systems, pH control is a critical step in the purification process. Whether you're neutralizing acidic water, enhancing disinfection efficiency, or preventing scaling and corrosion, precise pH monitoring helps ensure compliance with safety standards, protects infrastructure, and improves overall water quality.

The Milwaukee MC110 PRO pH Monitor is a professional, fixed-installation solution that provides continuous, high-accuracy pH readings. It empowers water treatment operators, facility managers, and even advanced home users to keep pH within target ranges—typically between 6.5 and 8.5 depending on application—ensuring optimal dosing of chemicals like chlorine, lime, or acid neutralizers.

How to Use the MC110 in Water Treatment & Purification

1. Secure the Unit in a Stable Location
   Mount the MC110 on a clean, dry surface near your water treatment panel or chemical injection system. Ensure it’s easily visible for regular checks.
2. Submerge or Install the pH Electrode in a Sample Line
   Place the electrode in a pipe loop, sampling tank, or inline cell where it receives a consistent flow of water. This provides real-time data representative of the system's overall water chemistry.
3. Power and Calibrate the Monitor
   Plug in the unit and calibrate it using certified buffer solutions (pH 7.01 and pH 4.01). Accurate calibration is crucial for precise pH control in treatment systems.
4. Monitor pH Continuously
   Use the digital display to track pH fluctuations in real-time. If the system veers out of range, the MC110 allows you to act before water quality is compromised.
5. Fine-Tune Chemical Dosing
   Adjust dosing pumps or chemical feeders based on the monitor’s readings. For example, if pH is too low, increase alkaline dosing (like soda ash); if too high, use acid feed to bring it down.
6. Maintain the Electrode Regularly
   Clean the probe to remove scale or biofilm and recalibrate as needed—especially after major chemical adjustments. Store the probe in MA9015 storage solution if it’s not in continuous use.

Food & Beverage Production

In the food and beverage industry, pH is not just a measurement—it's a critical factor in flavor development, microbial safety, texture, and shelf life. From wine fermentation to cheese aging or sauce production, maintaining a stable pH is key to producing a consistent and high-quality product every time.

The Milwaukee MC110 PRO pH Monitor offers a professional-grade, continuously operating pH monitoring solution ideal for small wineries, microbreweries, kombucha makers, and artisanal food processors. It bridges the gap between handheld testers and costly industrial automation, delivering real-time monitoring without overcomplicating your process.

By having a reliable pH readout visible at all times, producers can confidently manage processes like:

• Malolactic fermentation in wine
• Mash conversions in brewing
• Acidification in sauces, yogurts, and preserves
• Ensuring pH-critical HACCP compliance in processing plants

How to Use the MC110 in Food & Beverage Applications

1. Install the Monitor Near Your Processing Station
   Mount the MC110 in a clean, splash-protected area within reach of your production line, fermentation tanks, or pH-critical mixing zones.
2. Place the pH Probe in a Sampling Point or Tank
   The probe can be immersed in a sample jar, installed in a sample loop, or placed directly into small tanks during fermentation. Use a secure holder to keep the probe in place.
3. Calibrate with Food-Grade Buffer Solutions
   Before each production cycle, calibrate using certified pH 7.01 and 4.01 buffer solutions. Regular calibration ensures precise readings essential for food safety.
4. Monitor Continuously During Production
   Keep an eye on the display throughout the batch or fermentation process. This allows you to make quick adjustments to ingredients, temperature, or time based on real-time pH changes.
5. Adjust Ingredients Based on Readings
   Use pH readings to guide the addition of acids (e.g., citric or tartaric acid) or bases (e.g., calcium carbonate). In fermentation, you may also use pH to determine phase transitions or end points.
6. Clean and Store the Probe Correctly
   After use, rinse the probe with distilled water and clean it using MA9016 cleaning solution to remove residues. Store in MA9015 storage solution to maintain sensor health.