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- Brand
- EXTECH
- Model
- MO260
- Documents
- 2
- Languages
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- Last added
- 2023-10-18
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Extech MO260 Moisture Meter User Manual
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.
Read onlineExtech MO260 specifications
| 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) |
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Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Questions answered in these manuals
How deep does the pinless mode measure?
Pinless measurement depth is to 0.75" (22mm) below the surface.
What does the tri-color LED bargraph indicate?
The bargraph indicates WET / DRY measurements using green (dry), amber (moderate moisture), and red (very moist).
What materials can the moisture meter measure?
It measures relative moisture in wood, particle board, carpeting, and ceiling/bathroom tiles using pinless technology.
From: EXTECH MO260-RK ....Restoration Kit MO100-PINS ..Replacement Pins (20 pins) User Manual
What materials can the pinless moisture meter measure?
The device measures relative moisture in wood, particle board, carpeting, and ceiling or bathroom tiles.
From: EXTECH MO260-RK ....Restoration Kit MO100-PINS ..Replacement Pins (20 pins) User Manual
