Setting a new industry standard for fast, error-free water analysis

Water quality monitoring

Setting a new industry standard for fast, error-free water analysis

06 May, 2026

Hach has unveiled the DR4900 Spectrophotometer to meet laboratories' demand for accurate, efficient, and user-friendly water analysis. Built on Hach's legacy of trusted spectrophotometry technology since 1955, the DR4900 is a next-generation instrument engineered to empower lab professionals in municipal and industrial facilities to achieve precise results.

The DR4900 maintains the trusted core of previous Hach models, while introducing a large 10-inch (25.4 cm) touchscreen and built-in temperature and turbidity diagnostics, which represents the most common source of measurement error. This feature provides an extra layer of confidence in every measurement taken for anyone using Hach's reliable TNTplus or LCK vial chemistries and prevents the need for rework. With access to over 200 pre-programmed methods, labs can streamline their testing on a single, reliable platform. For customers in Europe, The Hach Environmental Center is dedicated to supporting the circular economy through its innovative recycling service for cuvette tests.

"Our customers rely on precise data to make important decisions, where mistakes, rework, or operational interruptions are not acceptable. The DR4900 builds upon Hach's trusted spectrophotometer platform and introduces advanced diagnostics along with an updated user interface," stated Nicole Puhl, Vice President of Product & Strategy at Hach. "This ensures that laboratory professionals can confidently obtain accurate results on the first attempt, allowing them to concentrate on delivering safe and dependable water analysis, every time."

Available now, globally, the DR4900 Spectrophotometer sets a new standard for benchtop spectrophotometry, supporting both existing Hach customers and laboratories seeking to modernise their water testing capabilities.

IET 36.3 May

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