The Extech MO260 Moisture Meter is a portable, battery-powered wood moisture meter that measures moisture in wood and other materials such as particle board, carpeting, and ceiling/bathroom tiles. The meter uses a non-invasive method (pinless) to detect moisture in wood and a pin method to detect moisture in drywall and other building materials. The meter is shipped fully tested and calibrated and, with proper use, will provide years of reliable service.
The Extech MO260 is a dual moisture meter that measures moisture in wood and other materials using both pin and pinless methods. It features a digital LCD display with backlighting and a tri-color LED bargraph to indicate moisture levels. The device includes replaceable electrode pins, a protective cap, and a 9V battery. It is designed for non-invasive (pinless) measurements up to 0.75" deep and pin measurements for wood and building materials. Calibration is built-in and can be checked using test points on the protective cap.
| Display | Backlit LCD digital display and tri-color LED bargraph scale |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 0.1% |
| Accuracy (Pin Mode) | ± (5% rdg + 5 digits) |
| Measurement Principle (Pinless) | Electromagnetic sensor |
| Range (Pinless) | 0.0 to 99.9 %Relative |
| Electrode Pin Length | 11mm (0.44") |
| Power Supply | 9V alkaline battery |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 50 °C (32 to 122°F) |
| Operating Humidity | 80% Relative Humidity maximum |
| Dimensions | 203 x 58 x 43mm (8 x 2.3 x 1.7") |
| Weight | 204g (7.2 oz) |
Pinless measurement depth is to 0.75" (22mm) below the surface.
The bargraph indicates WET / DRY measurements using green (dry), amber (moderate moisture), and red (very moist).
Switch to REL mode, press and hold MODE for 3 seconds until 'rEL' appears, then release to complete calibration.
Accuracy is ± (5% reading + 5 digits).