Tramex MEX5 Moisture Encounter & Humidity Metre

Tramex MEX5 Moisture Encounter & Humidity Metre

The Tramex Moisture Encounter MEX5 is a digital Dual-Depth, non-destructive moisture and humidity meter, ideal for surveying moisture and humidity conditions in building structures.

The MEX5 measures moisture content in wood and drywall and provides comparative readings in various building materials such as roofing, plaster, tile and masonry. It also features a built-in hygrometer for ambient conditions and psychrometric values, an Infrared Surface Thermometer and also incorporates optional external in-situ RH probes for in-situ equilibrium RH readings, as well as Pin probes for wood, drywall, and WME readings. These individual and collective features make the MEX5 an essential and indispensable asset for professionals in the building moisture inspection and restoration industry.

The MEX5 moisture meter features dual depth measuring range. Deep Depth penetration of up to 1¼" (30mm) and Shallow Depth penetration of up to ⅜” (9mm). The dual depth readings of surface and core moisture can be compared to eliminate the influence of the substrate when testing coverings. The pinless moisture meter measures moisture content % of wood from 0-30%. The meter can be expanded with the use of pin probes for wood, wood by-products and drywall as well as relative humidity sensor probes for evaluating ambient conditions.

Features:

• NDT - Non destructive testing:
  • %MC (Moisture Content) dual depth measurement of wood
  • Comparative dual depth of drywall, roofing, plaster, tile and masonry
  • Dual depth comparative readings of surface and core moisture for eliminating influence of substrate on moisture testing of coverings
  • LED indicator Low/Med/High for all NDT scales
  • Built-in Hygrometer readings on permanent display
  • Built-in Surface Temperature Infrared Thermometer
  • Adjustable Specific Gravity for NDT wood readings
  • Baseline reference reading set point adjuster to compare to known dry / drying goal reading
• Built-in hygrometer and Infrared Surface Thermometer:
  • Psychrometric evaluations of Ambient RH, Temp, Dew Point Temp, Humidity Ratio (GPP, g/kg)
  • Surface Temperature
  • Delta Temperature value 
  • Enthalpy readings
  • Emissivity adjustment for surface temperature correction

Comparative vs Quantitative Testing:

• Comparative Testing
  • Establish a known dry/reference area, then compare readings from other
    areas to identify moisture difference or anomalies
• Quantitative Testing
  • Provides a quantitative reading for concrete testing, reducing the need to
    simply compare one area of the slab against another

Applications:

• Water Damage Restoration
  • Identify elevated moisture in walls and buildings
  • Assess Concrete Slabs were required
    • ME5 / MEX5 for Comparative Testing
    • CME5 / CMEX5 for Quantitative Testing
• Building Surveyors & Inspectors
  • Non-invasive investigation of walls and other building materials
  • Concrete-specific testing where required
    • ME5 / MEX5 for Comparative Testing
    • CME5 / CMEX5 for Quantitative Testing
• Pest Control
  • Moisture investigation within walls and building materials as part of the
    inspection process
    • ME5 / MEX5 for Comparative Testing
• Mold Remediation
  • Locate areas of elevated moisture in building materials and support moisture
    investigation
    • ME5 / MEX5 for Comparative Testing
• Flooring Installers / Inspectors
  • Assess concrete moisture before installation and investigate moisture-related
    flooring issues
    • ME5 / MEX5 for Comparative Testing
    • CME5 / CMEX5 for Quantitative Testing
• Concrete Testing Professionals
  • Dedicated Concrete moisture assessment and, where required, RH testing
    • CME5 / CMEX5 for Quantitative Testing

Specifications:

• Power: 2 x AALR6 ALKALINE (included)
• Display: Digital 58mm x 35mm (2.3" x 1.4")
• Construction: ABS Body
• Depth of penetration:
  • Shallow signal: up to 9mm (⅜”)
  • Deep signal: up to 30mm (1¼")
• Measuring range of MEX5 moisture meter:
  
  • NDT Moisture content for Wood: 0 → 30% MC
  • NDT Comparative for Building Materials: 0 → 100
  • Pin % MC  Wood: 6 → approx 50% MC
  • Pin % MC Drywall: 0 → 8.5% MC
  • Relative Humidity: 0 → 99%
• Dimensions: 180mm x 85mm x 40mm
• Weight: 0.29kg

Warranty:

• 12 Months Warranty Covered by Tramex