This device is a digital Frying Oil Tester produced by the French company Alla France. It is widely used in restaurants and commercial kitchens to detect the degree of oil oxidation, and it is one of the approved and required devices within municipal requirements to ensure food safety. [1, 2, 3, 4]
Here are the most prominent technical specifications for the oil and the device: [5, 6]
## 1. Measurement of Polar Compounds (PC)
* Measurement range: 0% to 40%.
* Accuracy: ± 2%.
* Resolution: 1% (or 0.5% in some advanced versions). [5, 7, 8]
## 2. Temperature Measurement
* Temperature measurement range: 50+ to 250+ degrees Celsius.
* Accuracy: ± 1 degree Celsius. [7, 8]
## 3. Visual Indicator System (LED Warning Lights)
The device has 3 colored lights that provide an immediate assessment of the oil's condition based on the percentage of polar compounds: [5, 7]
* Green light (0% - 15%): The oil is in excellent and normal condition.
* Yellow light (16% - 24%): The oil is acceptable but should be monitored.
* 🔴 Red light (25% and above): The oil is spoiled and unfit for human consumption and must be changed immediately (according to French and international standards and regulations). [5, 9, 10]
## 4. Additional Features and Specifications
* Compatibility: Compatible for use with induction cookers.
* Power and Charging: Works with a rechargeable battery via a USB port.
* Protection: Equipped with a red rubber cover for protection against shocks and heat during use and falls.
* Case Accessories: The device comes with a protective aluminum case, a USB charging cable, and a recalibration liquid (reference oil). [2, 7, 9]