Amphenol AAS-920-085D Protimeter dual-function moisture meter Datasheet

PROTIMETER
Surveymaster™
Protimeter Dual-Function
Moisture Meter
The Surveymaster™ can help building
professionals—such as contractors, surveyors,
home builders and architects—assess building
moisture levels during new build and refurbishing
activities. Excessive moisture in buildings can lead
to decay and deterioration of components and
decorative finishes. Professionals involved with
the identification, management and remedy of
moisture need tools that help them to:
• Identify the extent of the moisture penetration
• Diagnose the cause of the problem
• Monitor change in the moisture level
Protimeter moisture meters and hygrometers
satisfy these requirements comprehensively. The
Surveymaster™ is the preferred industry choice for
surveying and investigating moisture in buildings.
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Two Operational Modes
This reliable moisture meter has two modes of
operation—search and measure. These functions
can help the user to distinguish sub-surface from
surface moisture, essential information when
trying to establish the extent and cause of a
dampness problem.
Search Mode
Non-Invasive
Measure Mode
Pin-Type
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 inch (19 mm); this depends
on the density and other characteristics of the material
being measured. 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:
This mode is used to measure the moisture level at the
surface and at incremental depth, when used with the
auxiliary 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.
• 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.
• Non-invasive pinless radio frequency finds moisture
at depth where moisture is not always directly
visible—up to 3/4 in (25.4 mm) below the surface.
• This mode of measurement is not adversely affected
by the presence of surface moisture.
• Pin-type probes measure moisture in wood and
other building materials (use provided wood species
calibration chart for more precise readings)
• Deep wall probes establish the presence of moisture
in wall cavity insulation, sub and surface structures
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.
Note: Metal additives in concrete can create false
positive readings.
Options
• Exterior Insulation and Finished Systems (EIFS) probe
finds moisture in exterior insulation finishing systems
• Hammer electrode for wood floor applications
Applications: Wood and wood floors, subfloors, drywall,
concrete and concrete block, stucco, plaster, masonry
and EIFS.
Reference mode
(Patent Pending)
In both Pin and Search mode, Protimeter’s patent
pending Reference Mode can be used. Reference
mode can be useful when trying to establish what
materials are above or below a point of reference or
dry standard.
Measure the dry standard or baseline material until
the meter’s reading is stable then press for seconds.
This will store the reading until the mode changes of
the meter turns off. Now all readings taken after will be
displayed as normal, but below you will see a second
reading that shows you if the material is measured
above or below the original reading.
Depth of moisture
Non-invasive up to 3/4 in (19 mm)
Pin up to 1/2 in (12.7 mm)
Case
Pouch with belt loop
Power
Surveymaster™
Specifications
Rapid, non-invasive and pin moisture evaluation
in building materials. Detects moisture directly in
materialssuch as concrete and below wall and floor
coverings such as tile, wood and vinyl
Range
70 to 999 relative (non-invasive)
Dry (green) —70-169
At risk (yellow) —170 - 199
Wet (red) —200-999
7.9% to 99% WME (pin measurement)
Dry (green)-7-16.9
At Risk (yellow) 17-19.9
Wet (red)) — 20-99.9
Display 1
Digital LCD backlit
Display 2
60 LEDs green (dry), yellow (at risk) and red (wet)
9 V (supplied)
Warranty
2 years on mechanical or manufacturing defects. Does
not include wearing part or accessories.
Options
Hammer Electrode
BLD5055
EIFS Probe
BLD5070
Part Number
BLD5365
Technical Specifications
Standard Supply
Instrument, 5 in (127 mm) deep wall probes, moisture
probe, calcheck, 2 spare pins, pouch and instructions
Weight, Including Batteries
8 oz. (225 gm)
Dimensions
7.5 in x 2.75 in x 1.9 in (190 mm x 70 mm x 49 mm)
Battery
One 9 V 6F22R
Features
User adjustable features:
• Auto shut off 1-6 mins.
• Hold feature
• Backlight on/off.
• Audible on/off.
• Dry, At Risk and Wet Indicator on/off.
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AAS-920-085D-03/2014
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