Soil Moisture Meter
Product Code : JA-ELA-5418
The Soil Moisture Meter (SKU JA-ELA-5418) is a battery-powered digital meter supplied by JaincoLab for measuring the moisture content of soil in the field or the laboratory. It reads 7% to 40% moisture on an LCD with an accuracy of ± 3%, compensates automatically for temperature, and uses a 600 mm sensor pushed into the soil. The body measures 200 x 120 x 55 mm, and the meter weighs about 3 kg.
Specifications
The Soil Moisture Meter measures 7% to 40% moisture at ± 3% accuracy with automatic temperature compensation, and runs on four 1.5 V batteries.
| Product | Soil Moisture Meter |
| SKU | JA-ELA-5418 |
| Measuring range | 7% to 40% |
| Accuracy | ± 3% |
| Display | Digital LCD |
| Temperature compensation | Automatic |
| Sensor | 600 mm |
| Power | Battery, 4 x 1.5 V |
| Body dimensions | 200 (L) x 120 (W) x 55 (H) mm |
| Weight (approx.) | 3 kg |
Uses of the soil moisture meter
Moisture content affects plant growth, soil strength and irrigation needs, and a direct reading in the field avoids drying samples in an oven.
- Soil moisture surveys in agriculture and horticulture practicals
- Deciding when to irrigate crop plots and nurseries
- Field work in geography and environmental science
Scope of supply and ordering
The meter is supplied by JaincoLab with its 600 mm sensor; batteries, carrying case, quantity, packing and lead time are confirmed on the quotation.
Frequently asked questions
What moisture range does it read?
7% to 40%, with an accuracy of ± 3%.
What power does it use?
Four 1.5 V batteries.
How big and heavy is the meter?
The body is 200 x 120 x 55 mm, the sensor is 600 mm long, and the meter weighs about 3 kg.
Does it correct for temperature?
Yes. Temperature compensation is automatic.
Related products
Field and soil instruments are in the educational laboratory apparatus range.
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