Plastic Measuring Cylinder 100ml
This 100ml Plastic Measuring Cylinder is a durable graduated cylinder ideal for accurate liquid measurement and testing when home brewing, winemaking and distilling.
Made from polypropylene (PP) with easy-to-read 1ml graduations, its tall, narrow shape makes it particularly useful as a test cylinder for taking hydrometer and alcometer readings without requiring a large sample.
Why You'll Love It
- 100ml capacity
- Graduated in 1ml increments
- Approximately 24cm high
- Approximately 28mm internal diameter
- Durable polypropylene (PP) construction
- Wide, sturdy base
- Ideal for hydrometers and alcometers
- Suitable for measuring a wide range of liquids
- Acid and alkaline resistant
- Lightweight alternative to a glass measuring cylinder
Why Use a Measuring Cylinder for a Hydrometer?
A tall, narrow measuring cylinder allows you to take a hydrometer reading using a relatively small sample of beer, wine, cider or wash.
Simply fill the cylinder with enough liquid to allow your hydrometer to float freely, then take your reading according to your hydrometer instructions.
The approximately 28mm internal diameter makes this cylinder particularly suited to hydrometer and alcometer testing.
Suitable for Brewing & Distilling
This plastic measuring cylinder is a useful addition to your homebrew testing equipment and can be used for:
- Hydrometer gravity readings
- Alcometer testing
- Beer and wort samples
- Wine and cider testing
- Distilling wash samples
- Measuring liquid ingredients
- General homebrew measurements
Polypropylene Plastic Construction
The cylinder is manufactured from polypropylene (PP), providing a lightweight and durable alternative to glass.
Polypropylene is also resistant to acids and alkalis, making the cylinder useful for measuring a variety of liquids and chemicals.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 100ml |
| Graduations | 1ml |
| Material | Polypropylene (PP) |
| Height | Approx. 24cm |
| Internal Diameter | Approx. 28mm |
| Base | Wide, sturdy base |
| Suitable For | Hydrometers, alcometers & liquid measurement |
Frequently Asked Questions
What size is this measuring cylinder?
The cylinder has a 100ml capacity and is approximately 24cm high.
Is this a graduated measuring cylinder?
Yes. The cylinder features 1ml graduations for measuring liquid volume.
Can I use it with a hydrometer?
Yes. Its tall, narrow design makes it ideal for taking hydrometer samples when brewing beer, wine or cider.
Can I use it with an alcometer?
Yes. The cylinder is suitable for holding samples when taking alcometer readings.
Is it glass or plastic?
This measuring cylinder is made from durable polypropylene (PP) plastic.
Why choose a plastic measuring cylinder instead of glass?
Plastic is lightweight and considerably less prone to breakage during everyday brewing and distilling use.
Buy a Plastic Measuring Cylinder in Australia
Buy a 100ml Plastic Measuring Cylinder from Border Brewing Supplies for hydrometer testing, alcometer testing, home brewing, winemaking and distilling.
Available online Australia-wide, with local Click & Collect from our Tweed Heads South home brew shop for customers across Tweed Heads, the Gold Coast and Northern NSW.
