Non-Destructive Wood Moisture Tester
Instant Moisture Testing without Sample Alteration !
This simple-to-use device allows the user to conduct accurate field testing of moisture
values on a variety of solid substances. Simply place the instrument on the object to be
measured and the moisture value is displayed in less than 3 seconds. Conventional
destructive tests are now obsolete!
The HM530 uses a high density coil to produce high frequency capacitance. Two aluminum
plates on the bottom of the unit generate the field. When placed on the test sample, the
changes in the dielectric constant is measured. When calibrated, this dielectric constant
is converted into a moisture value. Using pre-determined specific gravity settings for the
type of wood to be measured, the HM530 will automatically provide moisture values.
Adjustment may be made for thickness and temperature, including an utomatic temperature
correction mode. In addition, the integrated correction dial allows the system to be adjusted
to coincide with local standards.
Successful applications include:
o Multi-laminate lumbers (such as plywood)
o Particle board and fiber boards
o Hard and Soft Woods
o Kiln-dried Woods
o Rare and Fine woods
o Please use our HI500 for non-wood dense solids
Simple Operation
1. Set the Density, Penetration Depth, and Temperature Compensation
2. Place the HM530 on the surface to be tested.
3. Tests are easily repeatable **** simply lift the unit and place it back on the surface of
the wood.
Additional Moisture Testing Devices
We offer a complete line of testing machines for moisture assessment. We manufacture
primary methods, such as moisture balances and secondary methods, such as near-infrared
spectrophotometers, di-electric have desktop units to determine static and dynamic friction,
fluctuations in frictional resistance due to abrasion, evaluation of film adhesion, surface
scratch hardness, surface stickiness, tensile strength, and peeling resistance.
Specifications
Model	HM530
Measurement Range	2-150%
Accuracy	+/-.5%, +/-1% (over 20%)
Calibrations	Over 400 Species provided in the manual. Bias adjustment also may be used for local standards.
Function o Alarm o Thickness Adj. o Spec. Gravity Adj. o Temp. Adjustment o Power Saver o Limit Detector	Y 10-40mm .1-1.25g/cm2 0-70ðC Y Y
Batteries	1-9V
Dimensions (mm)	110H x 56W x 130D
Weight (Net/ Shipment)	1/3 lbs.
Warranty	All Kett HM530 Moisture Meters are covered by a three-year manufacture’s warranty on parts and labor.