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Presidium to Launch ARI

It’s an instrument to help identify colorless diamond against CVD/HPHT lab-grown colorless diamond and all types of moissanite.

Published

3 years ago

September 18, 2020

INSTORE Staff

(PRESS RELEASE) ARI is developed as a handheld PRESIDIUM DIAMOND VERIFICATION INSTRUMENT to help identify colorless diamond against CVD/HPHT lab-grown colorless diamond and all types of moissanite. It is suitable for testing on both loose and mounted stones, including jewelry pieces with a closed back setting.

Through advanced proprietary technology, ARI measures the UV light absorbance ability of diamond and moissanite. With its touchscreen colour LCD display, ARI provides a clear and accurate result of “Diamond”, “CVD/HPHT/Type IIa” and “Moissanite” within 3 seconds.

ARI comes with 1‐year warranty.

Features of ARI

User‐safe UV Retractable Optical Probe activates only when tip is in contact with the diamond
Alert Buzzer for loss of contact between optical probe tip and diamond during testing
A 6‐Language selection in the Graphic User Interface (GUI)
Battery operated with stylish ergonomic design for portability and ease of use
Tests on colourless diamonds and moissanites from D to J colour
Catered for both left‐handed and right‐handed users alike

Benefits of ARI

Identifies colourless diamonds against Lab Grown CVD/HPHT diamonds and all types of
moissanites, including the new “low conductivity” moissanites
Tests on loose or mounted diamonds in all jewelry settings, including closed‐back setting
Replaceable Optical Probe tip technology for users to replace any worn or damaged probe tips
yourself, minimizing any equipment downtime
Instantaneous results in 3 seconds for consecutive testing
Tests on polished diamonds and moissanites of all proportional cuts as small as 0.02ct

Power & Battery

3 x AAA alkaline batteries (up to 4 hours of continuous usage) or AC adaptor
Standby time: 10 minutes from the last measurement

Recommended Operating Conditions

Operating Temperature: 18°C – 27°C (65°F – 80°F)
Storage Temperature: 10°C – 51°C (50°F – 124°F)

Dimensions & Weight

Length: 190mm (7.5 inches)
Width: 46mm (1.8 inches)
Height: 25mm (0.9 inches)
Weight: 60g (0.13lb)

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