{"product_id":"vee-gee-6603ds-1s-dual-scale-hydrometer-sg-baume-heavy-1000-1225-165mm-compact","title":"VEE GEE 6603DS-1S Dual Scale Hydrometer, Specific Gravity\/Baumé Heavy, 1.000–1.225, 0–26°, 165 mm","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eVEE GEE 6603DS-1S is the compact short-form dual-scale borosilicate glass hydrometer reading both Specific Gravity (1.000 to 1.225) and Baumé Heavy (0° to 26°) on the same stem, 165 mm overall length. It covers the same measurement range as the full-size \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=6603DS-1\"\u003e6603DS-1\u003c\/a\u003e (305 mm) but in a compact format suited to smaller sample containers, field use, or bench-space-limited labs. Calibrated at 15°C (60°F). Subdivisions: 0.005 SG \/ 1° Baumé. Autoclavable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e165 mm Compact Format — Same Range as 6603DS-1:\u003c\/strong\u003e At 165 mm (6.5 in), the 6603DS-1S fits in smaller hydrometer cylinders and graduated cylinders where the full 305 mm instrument would not. It covers SG 1.000–1.225 \/ 0–26° Baumé Heavy — slightly wider than the 6603DS-1 (to SG 1.220) due to the compressed scale on the shorter stem.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual Scale — Specific Gravity and Baumé Heavy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Read both SG and Baumé Heavy simultaneously — no conversion tables required. Covers dilute brines, sugar solutions, weak acids, and other aqueous solutions with specific gravities at or above water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubdivisions: 0.005 SG \/ 1° Baumé:\u003c\/strong\u003e Practical resolution for process and QC measurement in routine laboratory and industrial applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalibrated at 15°C (60°F):\u003c\/strong\u003e Factory-calibrated at the standard reference temperature for density and specific gravity measurement, consistent with ASTM and international standards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorosilicate Glass Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chemically resistant; transparent for clear meniscus reading; autoclavable at 121°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in USA:\u003c\/strong\u003e VEE GEE Scientific hydrometer manufactured to USA quality standards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1-Year Warranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Backed by VEE GEE Scientific's standard instrument warranty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto my-4\"\u003e\n \u003ctable class=\"min-w-full text-left text-sm border-collapse border border-gray-300\"\u003e\n \u003cthead class=\"bg-gray-100 font-semibold\"\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003eProperty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003c\/thead\u003e\n \u003ctbody\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e6603DS-1S\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasuring Scales\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003eSpecific Gravity and Baumé Heavy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecific Gravity Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e1.000 to 1.225\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBaumé Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e0° to 26° Bé (Heavy scale)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubdivisions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e0.005 SG \/ 1° Baumé\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e165 mm (6.5 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalibration Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e15°C (60°F)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003eBorosilicate Glass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003eClear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAutoclavable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e1 Each\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003eUnited States\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003eVEE GEE Scientific\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e1 Year\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003e6603DS-1S vs. 6603DS-1: Short-Form vs. Full-Length\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto my-4\"\u003e\n \u003ctable class=\"min-w-full text-left text-sm border-collapse border border-gray-300\"\u003e\n \u003cthead class=\"bg-gray-100 font-semibold\"\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003cth class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003eSG Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003cth class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003eBaumé\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003cth class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003cth class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003eBest Use\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003c\/thead\u003e\n \u003ctbody\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6603DS-1S\u003c\/strong\u003e (this item)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e1.000–1.225\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e0–26° Heavy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e165 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003eSmall cylinders, field use, limited bench space\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/search?q=6603DS-1\"\u003e6603DS-1\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e1.000–1.220\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e0–26° Heavy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e305 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003eStandard lab hydrometer cylinder, easier reading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003e6603DS Series — Complete Dual-Scale SG\/Baumé Hydrometer Selection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto my-4\"\u003e\n \u003ctable class=\"min-w-full text-left text-sm border-collapse border border-gray-300\"\u003e\n \u003cthead class=\"bg-gray-100 font-semibold\"\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003cth class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003eSG Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003cth class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003eBaumé Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003cth class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003cth class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003c\/thead\u003e\n \u003ctbody\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/search?q=6603DS-13\"\u003e6603DS-13\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e0.600–1.000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e10–100° Bé Light\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e305 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003eSolvents, oils, liquids lighter than water\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/search?q=6603DS-1\"\u003e6603DS-1\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e1.000–1.220\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e0–26° Bé Heavy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e305 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003eDilute brines, sugar solutions, weak acids\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6603DS-1S\u003c\/strong\u003e (this item)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e1.000–1.225\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e0–26° Bé Heavy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e165 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003eSame range, compact short-form\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/search?q=6603DS-2\"\u003e6603DS-2\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e1.200–1.420\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e24–42° Bé Heavy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e305 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003eConcentrated brines, phosphoric acid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/search?q=6603DS-2S\"\u003e6603DS-2S\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e1.200–1.425\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e24–42° Bé Heavy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e165 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003eSame range, compact short-form\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/search?q=6603DS-3\"\u003e6603DS-3\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e1.400–1.620\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e42–55° Bé Heavy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e305 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003eConcentrated sulfuric\/nitric acid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/search?q=6603DS-4\"\u003e6603DS-4\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e1.600–1.820\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e55–65° Bé Heavy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e305 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003eHigh-density acids and electrolytes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/search?q=6603DS-5\"\u003e6603DS-5\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e1.800–2.020\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e64–72° Bé Heavy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e305 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003eFuming sulfuric acid, dense solutions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/search?q=6603DS-7\"\u003e6603DS-7\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e1.000–2.000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e0–72° Bé Heavy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003e305 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-2 border border-gray-300\"\u003eWide-range screening across all densities\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the 6603DS-1S less accurate than the 6603DS-1 because it is shorter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe short-form format compresses the scale over a shorter stem length, which slightly reduces the spacing between graduation marks compared to the full-size 305 mm instrument. For most routine QC and process-control applications the 0.005 SG \/ 1° Baumé subdivisions are adequate. For applications requiring the highest read accuracy at a single point in the range, the full-length 6603DS-1 is generally preferred due to wider graduation spacing. Both instruments are calibrated at 15°C (60°F) to the same standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does the 6603DS-1S go to SG 1.225 while the 6603DS-1 only goes to SG 1.220?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe slightly extended upper SG range (1.225 vs. 1.220) in the short-form is common with compressed-scale hydrometers — fitting the same physical measurement range onto a shorter stem naturally shifts the endpoint slightly. The difference is 5 SG units (0.005) and is not operationally significant for most applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003eOrdering\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eAuthorized dealer, ships from USA inventory. Serving academic, government, and research laboratories nationwide.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VEE GEE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48100352524520,"sku":"6603DS-1S","price":29.94,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/5361\/1240\/files\/unnamed_3244e63a-cc8b-40c3-a748-aa7f88f037a7.jpg?v=1772739517","url":"https:\/\/labsupplies.com\/products\/vee-gee-6603ds-1s-dual-scale-hydrometer-sg-baume-heavy-1000-1225-165mm-compact","provider":"LabSupplies.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}