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Non-Destructive Moisture Detector for the Marine Industry
Model SKIPPER PLUS


The Skipper Plus Moisture Meter is used for:
  • Early detection before blistering appears.
  • Identifying the affected area.
  • Monitoring hull during de-humidification and repairs.
  • Checking stripped or peeled areas for dryness prior to re-coating.

To achieve a lasting finish and strength of wooden boats and boat parts it is essential to ensure that they are well maintained and do not contain excess moisture. Excess moisture can rot and decay the wood itself.

Features
  • Non-destructive detection and measurement of moisture in Wooden boats, GRP (Glass Reinforced Plastic) boat hulls, wooden parts, components, decks etc.
  • Three measurement ranges optimized for testing of different materials such as Hardwood, GRP and Surface moisture.
  • Deep signal penetration to detect elevated moisture through most covering and coating materials and deep into the core of composite hulls without having to damage or puncture the material being tested.
  • External rubber electrodes in direct contact with material being tested for best sensitivity, repeatability and greater depth of signal penetration.
  • Wide range of readings for wood of 5% to 30% on hard wood scale and 0 to 100 on comparative scale for GRP and other materials.
  • Large, clear, easy to read display giving meaningful readings.
  • Hold function enables user to “freeze” the reading, useful when taking readings in awkward places where the meter face may not be visible.
  • High Moisture Audio Warning Tone that can be switched on or off.
  • Automatic Power Cutoff switches “Off” when not in use to save battery.

Technical Data
  • Measuring method: non-destructive signal resistance
  • Measurement frequency: 31 KHZ.
  • Electrodes: co-planar conductive rubber.
  • Dimensions: 150 x 80 x 30 mm (6 x 3.2 x 1.2 inches).
  • Weight: 260 grams (9 ounces) including battery.
  • Battery: 9 volts PP3 or equivalent.