Stihl 15411852 Wood Moisture Meter for Firewood Humidity Measuring Device

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There are several different types of moisture meter, and the brennenstuhl one is a dual probe pin-type meter. It also beeps when it detects moisture, which is useful when checking wall dampness in areas where it’s harder to see the backlit screen. To find out how well this little device dealt with damp, I tested it out on fresh cut wood, seasoned timber, and an assortment of building materials around the home and garden. This specific model is included in this list instead of other meters by the same brand because of its high accuracy and ease of use.

It’s also a no-frills device with a single button a very few additional features beyond measuring the water content of a bit of wood. Also, feel free to leave any questions or comments about anything to do with the Stihl wood water content tester and I’ll answer it asap. On the other hand, some meters require you to follow a series of steps manually to get the device working accurately. If you have a specific use of the moisture meter, you can choose the meter which offers the range you want. You will see a green glow when the readings show a moisture content of 6-15% indicating that the wood is perfect for burning brightly with optimum heat.I tested other pieces of green wood from trees that I’ve taken down more recently and it came back with a much higher moisture content reading, so it seems to display what I would expect it to. If you’re at all serious about seasoning your firewood ready for the colder seasons, a moisture meter is an incredibly handy and rather inexpensive tool to add to your kit. Consequently- this essential, compact, and cheap tool will result in considerable financial and health benefits for you in the long run. This is handy if you’re reaching to take a reading and can’t see the screen, or you want to remember a specific reading. These aspects definitely set this product apart from the others on my list, as it’s rare to find a moisture meter with a battery included.

Happiest when found in his shed, he hopes his daughter will find a passion for making things as well. These features can indicate whether your log storage area is suitable, as well as checking the dampness of the wood itself.The analog moisture meters have been the standard for many years and professionals prefer it to this day because of their ease of use and can be a good option for new years for the same reason. You don’t have much information on what moisture meters are, how they work and what features to look for. This moisture meter features a carry pouch and two spare pins, as well as a bright orange protective cap which is easy to spot. This is also a pin-type moisture meter, however, you’ll have the option to choose either 3/16” or 7/16” pins depending upon your firewood type.

The settings need to be changed depending on what you’re measuring the moisture content of, and this will be displayed on the LCD display. uk, Telephone 020 8908 4744 Please have your 'invoice number' to hand so we can deal with your request. For some professional or DIY jobs, a pinless moisture meter will avoid marking wood, but these are more expensive than traditional pin meters. A very useful gadget that reads the moisture content of logs and will indicate if they are seasoned and ready for burning. To get an accurate reading from soft materials like soil, you can push the pair of probes all the way in.This avoids the frustrating scenario of having crawled into an awkward place to take a reading, and then finding that the reading has disappeared before you’ve managed to wiggle out and check the screen. Answer: The accuracy of your firewood moisture readings does not depend only on the accuracy of the moisture meter you are using. The fluctuations in the electromagnetic wave due to varying degrees of moisture level in the wood are then recorded by the pad to give the reading of the moisture content. Since it is a pin-type moisture meter, it features two short pins inside the top cover which are well built for durability. These features can be super helpful if you’re going to be using your moisture meter a lot, as you won’t want to be caught without a spare battery when you need one.