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Surveymaster Moisture Meter
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The Protimeter Surveymaster Moisture Meter (part number BLD5375) is a dual-function moisture meter that measures moisture in buildings and related structures using both pin and non-invasive modes. It allows you to assess moisture levels for new and refurbishment work and to diagnose moisture-related problems in existing buildings, where undetected damp drives decay, mould and the failure of finishes and coatings.

Two measurement methods are combined in one instrument of the Protimeter Surveymaster Moisture Meter. Pin mode reads electrical resistance between two pins for moisture content of 7.9% to 99% WME, to a depth of up to 12.5 mm. Non-invasive mode reads relative moisture from 70 to 999 to a depth of up to 20 mm without marking the surface, and is not adversely affected by surface moisture. Results are shown on a backlit digital LCD and on a 60-LED bar that signals Dry (green), At Risk (yellow) or Wet (red), so a surface can be classified at a glance.

The Protimeter Surveymaster Moisture Meter has Bluetooth connectivity to the Protimeter Connect app for saving and downloading time and date stamped readings, plus in-built and periodic WME auto calibration checks, field calibration of the non-invasive mode, over-the-air firmware upgrades and a multilingual interface. The Surveymaster Moisture Meter weighs 225 g, runs on two AA batteries and carries a two-year warranty. Supplied by BAMR, South Africa's authorised distributor.

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Surveymaster Moisture Meter

SKU · BLD5375

The world's original and best-selling dual-function moisture meter with both pin and non-invasive measurement capabilities.

  • Bluetooth Connectivity for data recording Bluetooth Connectivity for data recording
  • Auto shut off 0-10 min Auto shut off 0-10 min
  • Hold feature Hold feature
  • Backlight On/Off Backlight On/Off
  • Buzzer On/Off Buzzer On/Off
  • Dry, At Risk, and Wet Indicator On/Off Dry, At Risk, and Wet Indicator On/Off
  • In-built WME auto calibration check In-built WME auto calibration check
  • Periodic WME auto calibration check Periodic WME auto calibration check
  • Field calibration for non-invasive mode Field calibration for non-invasive mode
  • Over the air firmware upgrade Over the air firmware upgrade
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When to use the Surveymaster Moisture Meter

Use the Surveymaster on a building survey when you need both a non-invasive scan and a pin reading from one meter, with clear dry, at risk and wet bands. It scans up to 20 mm non-invasively and reads up to 12.5 mm on pins, with Bluetooth for recording. The decision is whether your survey needs that dual function rather than a single mode meter.

  • 1
    Two meters in one
    Non-invasive scanning finds damp behind a surface and pin mode confirms moisture in the material, so one instrument covers both stages of a survey.
  • 2
    Clear dry, at risk, wet bands
    The colour banded LED scale and indicators give a fast dry, at risk or wet call, which speeds rapid assessment across a property.
  • 3
    Bluetooth recording
    Bluetooth connectivity logs readings for the report, so survey data does not depend on hand written notes.
  • 4
    Calibration checks built in
    In-built and periodic WME auto calibration checks plus field calibration for non-invasive mode help keep readings trustworthy between jobs.
Specifications

Specifications

RangeRelative (non-invasive)70 to 999
Dry (green)
At risk (yellow)
Wet (red)
Pin Measurement7.9% to 99% WME
Dry (green)
At Risk (yellow)
Wet (red)
DisplayDisplay 1Digital LCD backlit
Display 260 LEDs green (dry), yellow (at risk) and red (wet)
Depth of moistureNon-invasiveup to 20 mm
Pinup to 12.5 mm
CasePouch with belt loop
Power2x AA (supplied)
Warranty2 years on mechanical or manufacturing defects.
Does not include wearing part or accessories.
Part NumberBLD5375
Weight225g (including Batteries)
Dimensions190 mm x 70 mm x 49 mm
Battery2x AA (supplied)
User adjustable features:
Auto shut off 1-6 mins.
Hold feature
Backlight on/off.
Audible on/off.
Dry, At Risk and Wet Indicator on/off.
Range - Relative (non-invasive)
70 to 999
Range - Relative (non-invasive) - Dry (green)
70-169
Range - Relative (non-invasive) - At risk (yellow)
170-199
Range - Relative (non-invasive) - Wet (red)
200-999
Range - Pin Measurement
7.9% to 99% WME
Range - Pin Measurement - Dry (green)
7-16.9
Range - Pin Measurement - At Risk (yellow)
17-19.9
Range - Pin Measurement - Wet (red)
20-99.9
Display - Display 1
Digital LCD backlit
Display - Display 2
60 LEDs green (dry), yellow (at risk) and red (wet)
Depth of moisture - Non-invasive
up to 20 mm
Depth of moisture - Pin
up to 12.5 mm
Warranty
2 years on mechanical or manufacturing defects. Does not include wearing part or accessories.
User adjustable features - Auto shut off
Auto shut off 1-6 mins.
User adjustable features - Hold feature
Hold feature
User adjustable features - Backlight
Backlight on/off.
User adjustable features - Audible
Audible on/off.
User adjustable features - Indicators
Dry, At Risk and Wet Indicator on/off.
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Packing List

Packing List

Surveymaster Instrument
Calcheck
2 spare pins
Pouch
Instructions
Accessories

Accessories

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Answers

Frequently asked questions

Does the Surveymaster measure using pins, non-invasively, or both?

The Surveymaster is a dual-function meter offering both pin measurement (6-99% WME, up to 10mm depth) and non-invasive measurement (70-999 relative scale, up to 20mm depth).

How are results displayed on the Surveymaster?

The Surveymaster has two displays: a backlit digital LCD and a 60-LED bar with green (dry), yellow (at risk) and red (wet) zones.

What user-adjustable settings does the Surveymaster offer?

Users can adjust auto shut-off (0-10 minutes), the hold feature, backlight on/off, audible on/off, and the dry/at risk/wet indicator on/off.

What is the warranty and how is it powered?

The Surveymaster carries a 2-year warranty on mechanical and manufacturing defects (excluding wearing parts and accessories). It runs on 2 x AA batteries, which are supplied.

What accessories are compatible with the Surveymaster?

Compatible accessories include deep wall probes (240mm, BLD5020), a heavy-duty hammer electrode (BLD5055) and an EIFS probe (BLD5070).

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