{"product_id":"testo-616-moisture-meter-0560-6160","title":"Testo 616 Moisture Meter","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #007acc; border-bottom: 2px solid #f0f0f0; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-top: 35px;\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.6; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eThe Testo 616 professional moisture meter provides you with a precise and non-destructive means of measuring the moisture content of wood and various building materials. This allows for efficient moisture detection and monitoring of drying processes after water damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.6; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eOperating the Testo 616 is straightforward: simply select the appropriate characteristic curve for your material and place the meter’s measuring claw against the surface. The instrument immediately displays the moisture content as a weight percentage, referencing the dry weight of the material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.6; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eDespite only surface contact, the Testo 616 is capable of determining moisture content in wood, walls, or flooring down to a significant depth of 2 inches (5 cm), making it a powerful tool for comprehensive assessments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #007acc; border-bottom: 2px solid #f0f0f0; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-top: 35px;\"\u003eWhy It Matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.6; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eAccurate moisture measurement is critical for the integrity of building materials and timber products. Incorrect moisture levels in wood can lead to warping, shrinking, or swelling, causing structural damage or aesthetic issues in furniture and building components. The Testo 616 ensures you can verify material suitability before installation or processing, preventing costly future repairs and maintaining high quality standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #007acc; border-bottom: 2px solid #f0f0f0; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-top: 35px;\"\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.6; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTesto 616 moisture meter for wood and building materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalibration certificate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBatteries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #007acc; border-bottom: 2px solid #f0f0f0; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-top: 35px;\"\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.6; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ \u003cstrong\u003ePrecise, Non-Destructive Measurement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Accurately measures moisture in wood and building materials without causing damage, up to a depth of 2 inches (5 cm).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ \u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Material Curves:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features 10 characteristic curves for various materials, including soft wood, hard wood, pressboard, anhydrite screed, cement screed, lime sand brick, gas concrete, concrete, high insulation bricks, and brickwork.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ \u003cstrong\u003eUser-Friendly Display:\u003c\/strong\u003e Equipped with a backlit display for clear readings in any light condition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ \u003cstrong\u003eData Management:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes a hold function to freeze readings and min\/max memory for tracking moisture fluctuations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ \u003cstrong\u003eErgonomic Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Comfortable to hold and operate, ensuring ease of use during prolonged tasks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ \u003cstrong\u003eWeight Percentage Output:\u003c\/strong\u003e Displays moisture content as a weight percentage relative to the dry mass, providing clear, actionable data.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #007acc; border-bottom: 2px solid #f0f0f0; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-top: 35px;\"\u003eApplications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.6; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Damage Restoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quickly detect moisture in walls and floors, identifying damaged areas without invasive procedures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrying Process Monitoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Continuously monitor drying stages after water damage, ensuring materials reach optimal moisture levels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarpentry and Joinery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Verify the moisture content of wood before processing or installation to prevent future deformations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilding Inspections:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perform moisture inspections to ensure compliance with building schedules and standards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #007acc; border-bottom: 2px solid #f0f0f0; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-top: 35px;\"\u003eTradie Pro Tip\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cblockquote style=\"border-left: 4px solid #007acc; background-color: #f9f9f9; font-style: italic; padding: 15px; margin: 20px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.6; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eThe Testo 616 is a must-have for any tradie dealing with timber or structural repairs. Use its non-destructive capabilities to quickly identify hidden moisture pockets before they become costly problems, ensuring long-term integrity of your work. Always cross-reference with ambient conditions for a complete picture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #007acc; border-bottom: 2px solid #f0f0f0; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-top: 35px;\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-size: 16px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"color: #007acc; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; padding: 10px; text-align: left; background-color: #f5f5f5;\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"color: #007acc; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; padding: 10px; text-align: left; background-color: #f5f5f5;\"\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; padding: 10px;\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; padding: 10px;\"\u003e3 x 2 x 9 in. \/ 70 x 58 x 234 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; padding: 10px;\"\u003eOperating temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; padding: 10px;\"\u003e41.0° to 104.0 °F \/ +5 to +40 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; padding: 10px;\"\u003eHousing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; padding: 10px;\"\u003eABS \/ TPE \/ Metal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; padding: 10px;\"\u003eProtection class\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; padding: 10px;\"\u003eIP30\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; padding: 10px;\"\u003eBattery type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; padding: 10px;\"\u003e9V block battery, 6F22\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; padding: 10px;\"\u003eBattery life\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; padding: 10px;\"\u003e60 h\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; padding: 10px;\"\u003eDisplay update\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; padding: 10px;\"\u003e0.5 s\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; padding: 10px;\"\u003eUnit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; padding: 10px;\"\u003eWater content in percent by weight based on dry mass (%)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; padding: 10px;\"\u003eMeasurement depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; padding: 10px;\"\u003eup to 5 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; padding: 10px;\"\u003eMeasuring rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; padding: 10px;\"\u003e0.5 sec\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; padding: 10px;\"\u003eStorage temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; padding: 10px;\"\u003e-4.0° to 158.0 °F \/ -20 to +70 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; padding: 10px;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; padding: 10px;\"\u003e9 oz. \/ 260 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; padding: 10px;\"\u003eHumidity - Capacitive Measuring range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u0026lt; 50 % (wood), \u0026lt; 20 % (building materials)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; padding: 10px;\"\u003eHumidity - Capacitive Resolution\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; padding: 10px;\"\u003e0.1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #007acc; border-bottom: 2px solid #f0f0f0; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-top: 35px;\"\u003ePair With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.6; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThermal Imagers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eData Loggers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHumidity Sensors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.6; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEnsure the integrity of your projects with the reliable Testo 616 Moisture Meter. 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