What does a moisture analyzer measure?

A moisture analyzer determines the moisture content of a sample. There are several types of moisture content (Mc) instruments. Traditional moisture analyzers use the loss loss on drying method and are often referred to as moisture balance or moisture meter.

What is rapid moisture analyzer?

A rapid moisture analyzer, also called Fast Moisture Tester or Moisture Balance, determines the precise moisture content of a sample by analyzing the overall weight loss of a sample upon heating, otherwise known as “LOD” – Loss on Drying Principle.

What is a normal reading on a moisture meter?

You should be aware that a moisture reading of 0-15% is quite normal and gives no cause for concern. However, moisture readings in excess of 15% indicate the need for further inspection. Levels between 25-30% indicate that there may be water ingress, meaning that remedial work could be required.

What is an acceptable level of dampness in a wall?

* A moisture content of less than 5% is perfectly acceptable. * For a wall to have rising damp and it must have a moisture content in excess of 5%. * A moisture content of less than 5% is unlikely to be rising damp. * A wall must have in excess of 5% hygroscopic moisture content before it has rising damp.

How is dryness measured?

For the wet basis, the amount of water is divided by the total weight of the sample (solids plus moisture). For the dry basis, the amount of water is divided by the dry weight (solids only). Unfortunately, moisture content is often reported only as a percentage, without any indication of which method was used.

What is moisture content in DB?

Dry Basis. Dry Basis Moisture Content. Dry basis moisture content (designated Md in the text) is described by the percentage equivalent of the ratio of the weight of water (WW) to the weight of the dry matter (Wd).