THIS ITEM IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE.
The SurveyMaster, Model BLD5360 has been replaced by the Next Generation SurveyMaster, Link to Replacement Item, Model BLD5365
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The Surveymaster incorporates two
modes of operation (Search and Measure) that enable the user
to distinguish surface moisture from sub-surface moisture, essential
information when trying to establish the extent and cause of a moisture
problem.
The Search Mode is used to assess the moisture level
beneath the surface of solid walls and floors independently
of surface conditions. The nominal depth of the
measurement is 3/4" (19mm) this depends on the density
and other characteristics of the material. When held
against the surface, as shown below, the instrument
transmits a signal into the material. The relative moisture
level is shown on the digital display and its moisture
condition is shown on the accompanying scale of
color-coded lights. This measurement presentation helps
the user to:
- Look for moisture behind wall and floor coverings,
such as tile and vinyl
- Assess, in relative terms, if the material is in a dry,
borderline or damp condition
- Map the extent of the problem numerically
- Not adversely affected by surface moisture such as condensation
- Non-invasive Pinless radio frequency finds moisture at
depth where moisture is not always directly visible up
to 3/4" (25.4 mm) below the surface
- This mode of measurement is not adversely affected
by the presence of surface moisture
Applications: Shower pans, behind ceramic tile, fine finishes,
water stains, tile and vinyl floor coverings, joists,
around toilets, drywall, below grade floors and walls,
plaster, masonry, concrete and concrete block.
The Measure Mode is used to measure the moisture level at the
surface and at incremental depth, when used with the
auxiliary deep wall probes. Measure mode readings are
precise and specific to the immediate area of contact of
the electrodes. The actual moisture content of wood is
shown on the digital display with the corresponding
moisture condition shown on the accompanying scale of
color-coded lights. Wood Moisture Equivalent (WME) values
are shown for other non-conductive, porous building
materials
- Pin-type probes measure moisture in wood and other
building materials (use provided calibration chart for
more precise readings)
- Detects moisture directly in materials and below wall and floor
coverings such as tile, wood and vinyl
- Deep wall probes establish the presence of moisture in
wall cavity insulation, sub and surface structures
- Assess, in relative terms, if the material is in a dry, borderline or damp
condition
- Pin measurement moisture range
(WME): 7% to 99%
- Max. needle
penetration: 0.4" (10mm)
- Non-Invasive (RF) moisture range: 6 to 100% (relative) up to 3/4"(19.05mm)
deep
- Resolution: 0.1%
- Power: (1) 9v battery (included)
- Dimensions (L×W×D): 6.8" × 1.2" × 1.9" (175×30×48mm )
- Weight: 3.5 oz (100g)
- Audible alert
(may be switched on/off by the user)
- Auto power off
(ay be switched off, or set between 1-3 minutes, by the user)
- Dual Display
LCD and LED
- Digital 60 LED’s Green (dry) , Yellow (at risk) and Red (wet)
- Digital LCD
- Reset reading for sensitivity adjustment
- Hold Feature
Supplied with:
- Carrying pouch with Velco flap & belt loop (POU8512)
- Insulated 5.5" deep wall probes (BLD5018)
- Heavy duty plug in extension pin probe
(36" lead) BLD5060
- 9v Battery
- Manufacturer's warranty (2 years parts and labor)
- Instruction manual & wood calibration chart for 150 commonly used species
- (2) Spare Pins (BLD500)
- Calibration Check Device (BLD5086)
Download Users Manual (PDF format)
Options:
- Exterior Insulation and Finished Systems EIFS probe
(BLD5070)
- Hammer electrode probe (BLD5050)
