Valiant FIR421 Digital Moisture Meter for Firewood Timber and Brickwork, Black

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If you sell firewood, customers will want to know its moisture content, so it’s great to be able to provide this figure. A pin-type moisture meter is also called a damaging meter because it requires you to penetrate the surface of the material you are trying to get the moisture level of. To save battery life, many moisture meters come with a feature of automatic powering off the device when it has been inactive for several minutes. You should make sure that this feature is on the list of the ones you will buy.

That is why it is very important to only use seasoned wood and why the Stihl moisture meter is such as good choice. It’s specially designed with this is mind which is why the screen is very clear and just gives out the moisture reading. Both moisture meters are prone to inaccuracies as the reading can be skewed due to factors like temperature for pin meters and irregular surfaces for pinless meters. With a huge range of seriously clever electronic equipment from smart home appliances to engraving machines, German engineering firm brennenstuhl are a trusted name in the industry. If you are measuring the moisture content of your firewood, a pin meter is recommended because a small hole in the wood is not a problem for something that will eventually burn.Mold & humidity detection with precise readings - the built-in sensor measures and displays moisture, temperature, and relative humidity (rh) in your walls, floors and ceilings to prevent costly water damage to your home. This meter also features zero calibration, ATC (Automatic Transmission Control) overrunning, and temperature calibration prompts. The MD918 meter has a temperature compensation function that keeps the object tested at the same temperature at least within 5 minutes. Technical Specifications

There are also multiple displays offered on some models that show the readings of moisture and temperatures separately. Ease of Use If you have a specific use of the moisture meter, you can choose the meter which offers the range you want. Whether you are looking for the best moisture meter for firewood or want a decent one to monitor wood in your workshop, this device can help save time and money. See our recommended moisture meter here along with all of our other recommended fireplace & stove tools. What Is A Moisture Meter? Displays–Both pin and pinless meters can in any of four these four display types: analogue, LED, digital LED or digital LCD. Digital LEDs and digital LCDs are the best options. An analogue display will be inconvenient in such a job where accuracy is a top priority. Some meters come with a “hold” feature which helps to take readings in awkward positions or in poorly lit areas where it’s hard to read the display. Therefore, the ability to hold the reading until you can bring it to light and read is essential.This moisture meter features a carry pouch and two spare pins, as well as a bright orange protective cap which is easy to spot. These included additions further increase its value for money – not all units come with spare pins (the Brennenstuhl Moisture Detector doesn’t). Our recommended moisture meter can be found here, along with all our other recommended essential fireplace and stove tools.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) explains that the ideal moisture range for firewood is between 15% and 20%. If you do not know the wood species that you are testing, the instructions recommend using mode 3, as many species of wood fall into this category.

Fuel quality is the single most important aspect of making a successful fire. To burn effectively the moisture content of firewood needs to be less than 20%, whether it’s being used in an open fire or a stove. To use this meter, you simply remove the probe cover, push them into the material to be measured, press the button and your readings are displayed instantly. The meter has a full lifetime guarantee from the manufacturer. Technical Specifications All types of tree are different. So, to get the most accurate readings you’ll need a moisture meter that can base its reading depending on the specific wood species. This is because your wood is drier on the outside because of the effect of the sun and air. Finally, it is always a good idea to take more than one measurement in different parts of the wood for increasing the precision of your readings. Final Conclusion