SD Moisture Meter
All Ligno-Scanners give true wood moisture readings in percent using built-in corrections for different species. Corrections can also be programmed by entering the specific gravity between 0.3 and 1.0. The resolution is 0.1% for the entire measuring range. The HOLD function is available in all pinless meters from Lignomat.
Why choose a Ligno-Scanner D from Lignomat:
Lignomat’s unique measuring technology assures calibration accuracy, reliability, and repeatability backed by a 2-year warranty on all meters
Ligno-Scanner SD dual depth moisture meter is calibrated for wood. The meter has 2 independent sets of calibrations, one for 1/4″ deep and one for 3/4″ deep. Standard pinless moisture meters have a fixed 3/4″ measuring depth.
The measuring depth of a pinless meter is crucial. Moisture readings are too low when the Scanner is placed on a workpiece that is thinner than the measuring depth. Scanners never measure any deeper than the measuring depth.
The entire measuring pad has to be on a flat and smooth surface for accurate readings
Species Corrections for Ligno-Scanners and Ligno-VersaTec correlate directly to the Specific Gravity. Example: For a specific gravity of 0.57 (0.57g/cm 3 )set species # 57. Specific Gravity for most wood species can be found on the Internet. We also include a Species Chart with recommended settings. The Ligno-Scanners SDM and the Ligno-VersaTec have calibrations built-in for drywall and concrete and a reference scale for non-wood building materials. Measuring range: 5-60% dependent upon Species. For hardwoods the Scanners read lower than 5%, for softwoods, the Scanners start reading above 5%. Resolution of read-out: 0.1% Less accurate above Fiber Saturation Point at 30%.
Wood Moisture Meter:
The Ligno-Scanner SD is calibrated to measure thinner and thicker boards. Ideal when working with different thicknesses of wood or taking readings at different depth levels to compare surface or core moisture. The ¼” measuring depth works great for stacked veneer and when checking waterborne finishes between applications. It is also ideal to measure the top layer of engineered panels. The ¾” measuring depth is great for hardwood floor installers, inspectors, and cabinetmakers because it can be used on finished products where it will leave no pin holes.
This meter has a unique feature that includes 71 species settings or specific gravity settings 0.3- 1.0. Lignomat’s pinless meter also gives moisture readings in the percentage of moisture content. There is an additional reference scale when measuring non-wood building materials that can be used for comparative readings.