The Moisture Encounter ME5 from Tramex is a non-destructive dual-depth moisture meter for wood and building materials (plasterboard, roofing, plaster, tiles, masonry), ideal for locating and mapping moisture problems in the building envelope.
- Non-destructive measurement: wood and building materials
- Dual depth: up to 30 mm or 10 mm
- 5 sensitivity scales: wood, shallow depth, plasterboard, plaster, masonry
- Range on wood: 5–30% MC
- Comparative scale: building materials 0–100
- Analogue display: large, easy-to-read dial
- Only 270 g: light and easy to handle
The Moisture Encounter ME5 detects and assesses moisture in building materials by non-destructively measuring electrical impedance: a low-frequency signal is transmitted into the material through the electrodes in the base, and its strength varies in proportion to the moisture present, with the reading shown on a large analogue dial.
The dual depth makes it possible to compare surface and deep moisture and to eliminate the influence of the substrate when testing coverings. It is used to locate moisture problems, map their extent and monitor drying.
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Technical characteristics
| Feature | Value |
| Instrument type | Non-destructive dual-depth moisture meter for wood and building materials |
| Measuring principle | Electrical impedance measurement; low-frequency signal from the electrodes in the base |
| Sensitivity scales | 5 (Wood, Shallow depth, Plasterboard and Roofing, Plaster and Tiles, Masonry) |
| Range on wood (%MC) | 5–30% |
| Comparative scale for building materials | 0–100 |
| Penetration depth | up to 10 mm (shallow) / up to 30 mm (deep) |
| Dimensions | 160 × 85 × 38 mm |
| Weight | 270 g |
| Housing | ABS |
| Power supply | 2 × AA alkaline (included) |
| Display | Analog |
Part numbers, accessories and spare parts
Order codes for the ME5 and its accessories. The article codes will be added as soon as they are available.
Instrument – complete kit
| Part number | Product code | Description |
| — | ME5 | Moisture Encounter ME5 – moisture meter for wood and building materials (basic instrument) |
Accessories
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Part number
Product code
Description
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E5-HBS
Extension handle with bracket for ME5 and CME5
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ME5-CC
Calibration Check Box: calibration and verification box for the ME5
Technical documentation
| Document | Type |
| ME5 data sheet (EU) | Datasheet (PDF) |
| ME5 user guide | User manual (PDF) |
Frequently asked questions
On wood and building materials such as plasterboard, roofing, plaster, tiles and masonry, non-destructively.
The ME5 measures up to 10 mm (shallow depth) or up to 30 mm (normal depth), making it possible to compare surface and deep moisture and to eliminate the influence of the substrate.
From 5% to 30% moisture content (%MC); for the other building materials the 0–100 comparative scale is used.
Yes, it is used to monitor the progress of drying in building materials and surfaces.
Contacts & Information
Contact for general information : info@roder.it
Machine Vision Division of RODER : www.visiotronix.com
RODER Instruments Division : www.innovacheck.com
More about RODER : about us
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