The ARI by Presidium® identifies colorless diamonds against CVD/HPHT lab-grown colorless diamonds and all types of colorless moissanite. It is suitable for testing on both loose and mounted stones, including jewelry pieces with a closed back setting.

Through advanced proprietary technology, the ARI measures the UV light absorbance ability of diamond and moissanite. With its touch screen color LCD display, ARI provides a clear and accurate results between a Diamond, CVD/HPHT, IIa type or Moissanite within 3 seconds. 1-year manufacturer’s warranty. Made in Singapore.

Features:

• User-safe UV retractable optical probe activates when the tip is in contact with the stone being tested.
• Alert buzzer indicating loss of contact between optical probe tip and stone during testing.
• Select between 6 languages (English, Simplified Chinese, French, German, Italian and Spanish.
• Battery operated with stylish ergonomic design for portability and ease of use (plug Adapter sold separately, see 817004).
• Tests on colorless diamonds and moissanites from D to J color.
• Operates for both left-handed and right-handed users alike.
• Comes complete with ARI Hand-held Tester, protective carrying case, stone rest, quick guide and USB cable.

Benefits:

• Identifies colorless diamonds against lab grown CVD/HPHT diamonds and all types of moissanites, including the new “low conductivity” moissanites
• Replaceable optical probe tip technology allows users to replace a worn or damaged tip minimizing equipment downtime.
• Tests on loose or mounted diamonds in all jewelry settings, including closed-back settings.
• Instantaneous results in 3 seconds for consecutive testing.
• Tests on polished diamonds and moissanites of all proportional cuts as small as 0.02ct.