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MOISTURE METER FOR BUILDING MATERIALS – BAG-418

The Moisture Meter for Building Materials is designed to rapidly and accurately measure the moisture content of hundreds of tons of building materials without sampling, chemicals, balances or ovens.

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Moisture Meter for Building Materials

The Moisture Meter for Building Materials is designed for the rapid and accurate measurement of moisture content in minerals and construction materials. It enables moisture testing of large quantities of material without the need for sampling, chemicals, balances, or drying ovens, making it ideal for both laboratory and field applications.

Available in 1 metre and 2 metre stack-type probe lengths, the instrument is suitable for environments where materials are being shipped, stored, or processed.


Moisture Meter for Rapid Material Testing

The Moisture Meter for Building Materials provides a fast and reliable solution for determining the moisture content of bulk minerals and construction materials. Its advanced measurement technology allows operators to perform accurate moisture analysis directly within material stockpiles, eliminating the need for time-consuming sample preparation.

Designed for use in warehouses, production facilities, quarries, and construction sites, the instrument offers efficient moisture monitoring for quality control and process optimization.


Key Features of the Moisture Meter for Building Materials

  • Rapid moisture content measurement
  • Accurate testing of large quantities of material
  • No sampling required
  • No chemicals required
  • No balances required
  • No drying ovens required
  • Suitable for minerals and construction materials
  • Ideal for shipped, stored, or processed materials
  • Available with 1 metre and 2 metre stack-type probes
  • Portable battery-powered operation
  • Suitable for laboratory and on-site use

Moisture Meter for Building Materials Models

Product Code Product Name
BAG-418/1 Moisture Meter, Stack Type – 1 Metre Probe
BAG-418/2 Moisture Meter, Stack Type – 2 Metre Probe

Technical Specifications

Specification Humidity Temperature
Measurement Range Typically 0–25% -20 to 60°C
Resolution ±0.1% 0.1°C
Accuracy Better than ±0.5% of range Better than ±0.5°C
Measurement Technique Temperature-compensated electric field BS 1904 / DIN 751 Platinum Sensor
Power Supply 4 × 1.5 V AA batteries (or equivalent)

Applications of the Moisture Meter for Building Materials

The Moisture Meter is suitable for:

  • Building materials testing
  • Mineral moisture measurement
  • Aggregate stockpile monitoring
  • Construction material storage facilities
  • Material processing plants
  • Shipping and receiving operations
  • Quality control laboratories
  • Production facilities
  • Laboratory and field testing

Why Use a Moisture Meter for Building Materials?

The Moisture Meter for Building Materials offers a practical and efficient method for measuring the moisture content of bulk materials quickly and accurately.

Because the measurement process does not require sampling, chemicals, balances, or drying ovens, the instrument significantly reduces testing time while maintaining reliable results. Its portable design and stack-type probes make it ideal for moisture monitoring in environments where minerals and construction materials are transported, stored, or processed.


Frequently Asked Questions About the Moisture Meter for Building Materials

What is a Moisture Meter for Building Materials?

A Moisture Meter for Building Materials is a portable instrument used to rapidly and accurately measure the moisture content of minerals and construction materials without requiring sample preparation.

Does the Moisture Meter require material sampling?

No. The instrument measures moisture content directly within the material, eliminating the need for sampling.

Are chemicals, balances, or drying ovens required?

No. Moisture measurement is performed without the use of chemicals, laboratory balances, or drying ovens.

What is the humidity measurement range?

The typical moisture measurement range is 0–25%.

What is the temperature measurement range?

The instrument measures temperatures from -20°C to 60°C.

Which probe lengths are available?

The Moisture Meter is available with:

  • 1 metre stack-type probe
  • 2 metre stack-type probe

Where can the Moisture Meter for Building Materials be used?

The instrument is suitable for environments where minerals and construction materials are:

  • Stored
  • Processed
  • Transported
  • Shipped

It is commonly used in production facilities, warehouses, quarries, laboratories, and construction sites.

How is the Moisture Meter powered?

The instrument operates using 4 × 1.5 V AA batteries or equivalent power cells, providing convenient portable operation.