Reed ST-123 Moisture Meter

If you are looking to measure the moisture content of sawn timber (also cardboard and paper) and hardened materials like plaster, concrete and mortar, this Reed ST-123 moisture detector are able to provide accurate, reliable measurements. The meter has replaceable 8mm long integrated electrode and can measure the moisture of wood in a range of 6% to 44%.

How to use Reed Moisture Detector (ST-123)

When you remove the cap from the top side and place on the bottom side of the instrument, the moisture meter will switch on automatically. Push the measuring electrodes as deep is possible into the material, keeping vertical direction against the wood fibre Once the measurement is finished, reattach the cap on the top side and the instrument switches itself off. Characteristics due to growth or type of wood and deviating wood . temperatures may make it necessary to correct the displayed values. . Measurements should be carried out according to the drying and weighing/ calcium carbide method in the case of inspections or for reference purposes.

REED ST-123 Specifications

• Measuring principle: Electrical resistance
• Electrode length: 8 mm
• Electrodes: Integrated, replaceable
• Measuring range:
  Wood: 6 – 44 %
  Material: 0.2 – 2.0 %
• Display Wood: ±1 %
• Accuracy: Material: ±0.05 %
• Auto power OFF After approx. 15 minutes
• Battery: 3 × Cr 2032, replaceable
• Housing material: Impact-proof plastic housing
• Ambient temperature: 0 – 40°C
• Ambient Relative humidity: 0 – 85 %RH
• Dimensions: 130 × 40 × 25 mm
• Weight: 100g
• Warranty: 1 year