The Protimeter Mini can be used for making rapid moisture assessments in a wide range of building materials including wood, masonry, drywall, plaster and concrete. The instrument measuring pins are small and sharp which means measurements can be taken at the surface with virtually no mark left behind.
The numerical values represent the actual percent moisture content of wood (%MC) and the wood moisture equivalent (WME) of other materials. The Protimeter Mini can be used to determine if the fabric of a building is in a dry, borderline or damp condition.
When taking readings in awkward positions, the Protimeter Mini can be used with the moisture probe and lead, supplied as standard with the instrument. The optional Protimeter Hammer Electrode can also be used with the Protimeter Mini for determining moisture gradients in wood.
Optional Deep Wall Probes can be used with Protimeter Mini to measure the moisture level at depth in a wall, irrespective of the surface condition. Deep Wall Probes are very useful accessories when investigating the cause of the moisture problems within buildings
Applications
The Mini moisture meter series has been the choice for thousands of users across the world for more than 30 years. The enduring popularity and success of these instruments is attributable to their versatility, simple design, robust construction and ease of use.
Typical users include:
- Home inspectors
- Flooring contractors
- Termite pest control officers
- Wood product manufacturers and traders
- Cleaning and floor restoration professionals
- Woodworkers
Building Surveying
The Mini is ideal for assessing the moisture condition in buildings. A color-coded scale enables the user to assess the moisture level of wood and dry wall at a glance. The numerical values represent the actual percent moisture content of wood (% MC) and the wood moisture equivalent (WME) of concrete, dry wall and other materials. The Mini can be used to determine if the fabrics of a building are in a dry, borderline or damp condition.
Optional hammer electrode and deep wall probes can be used with the Mini to measure the moisture level at depths in walls and floors, regardless of the surface condition. These options are useful accessories when investigating the cause of moisture problems within buildings.
Quality Control Applications
The Mini is a precision instrument suitable for a wide range of quality control applications on construction sites, for manufacturers and storage environments. Contractors use the meter to assess if plasterwork is sufficiently dry for painting. Manufacturers of wooden products such as furniture, roof trusses and pallets use the Mini for checking the moisture content of timber as delivered, and through the manufacturing process. Home inspectors check moisture levels to assess the risk of mold grade.
When taking readings in awkward positions, the Mini can be used with the moisture probe and lead, supplied as standard with the instrument.