The Tramex ME5 Moisture Encounter 5 (part number ME5) is a dual-depth, non-destructive moisture meter for measuring and evaluating moisture content in wood, plaster, drywall, brick and roofing. Hidden or elevated moisture behind finishes leads to decay, mould, adhesive failure and coating breakdown, so locating and mapping it without cutting into the building fabric is central to inspection, drying and restoration work.
The Tramex ME5 Moisture Encounter 5 transmits a low-frequency electronic signal into the material through electrodes in its base and measures the electrical impedance, which varies in proportion to the moisture present, displaying the result on a large analogue dial. Five sensitivity ranges cover wood and timber, shallow depth, drywall and roofing, plaster and tile, and masonry. The wood scale reads from 5 to 30%, while a 0 to 100 comparative scale serves all other materials. Dual-depth operation gives a shallow reading to around 10mm and a deep reading to around 30mm, allowing surface and core moisture to be compared and substrate influence to be eliminated. It detects moisture through paint, wallpaper, drywall, ceramic tiles, floor coverings, wood, ceiling tiles, roofing membranes and asphalt composition shingles.
A Bluetooth connection links the meter to its companion iOS and Android app for reporting, a hold function freezes the reading where the face is not visible, and a high-moisture audio warning tone can be enabled or disabled. Housed in a rugged ABS enclosure, it measures 160 x 85 x 38mm, weighs 270g and runs on two AA alkaline cells. The Tramex ME5 is supplied by BAMR, South Africa's authorised distributor.
Tramex ME5 Moisture Encounter 5
The Tramex Moisture Encounter - ME5 is a Dual-depth, non-destructive, instant moisture meter for measuring and evaluating moisture content wood, plaster, drywall, brick, roofing.
- 5 Ranges of sensitivity Wood & Timber / Shallow Depth / Drywall & Roofing / Plaster & Tile / Masonry
- Dual-Depth penetration Allows for comparative of surface and core moisture and elimination of substrate influence on the testing of coverings.
- Deep signal penetration Up to 30mm in wood and drywall, detects elevated moisture through most covering materials without having to damage or puncture the materials being tested.
- Shallow Depth scale Designed to have a field penetration of up to 10mm.
- Wide range of readings From 5% to 30% on Wood Scale and 0 to 100 on comparative scale for all other materials.
- Material penetration Detects moisture through paint, wallpaper, drywall, ceramic tiles, floor coverings, wood, ceiling tiles, roofing membranes, and asphalt composition shingles.
- Bluetooth connection To accompanying iOS & Android App allowing for continual development and integration of apps and reporting.
- Hold Function Enables the user to 'freeze' the reading, useful when taking readings where the meter face may not be visible.
- High Moisture Audio Warning Tone Which can be enabled or disabled.
- Large clear easy to read analog display Giving meaningful readings.
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When to use the Tramex ME5 Moisture Encounter 5
Use the ME5 when you need to find and evaluate moisture in building materials without drilling pins. It is a dual-depth, non-destructive meter with five sensitivity ranges for wood, drywall, roofing, plaster, tile and masonry, reading through paint, wallpaper, tiles and roofing membranes to a depth of up to 30 mm.
- 1Non-destructive through finishesIt detects elevated moisture through paint, tiles, floor coverings and roofing membranes without puncturing them, so you survey occupied buildings without damage.
- 2Dual-depth comparisonComparing surface and core readings to 30 mm lets you separate damp coverings from a wet substrate, which is what drives a repair decision.
- 3Five material rangesDedicated scales for wood, drywall and roofing, plaster and tile, and masonry give meaningful readings across the materials found in one survey.
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When to use this
When to use the Tramex ME5 Moisture Encounter 5
Use the ME5 when you need to find and evaluate moisture in building materials without drilling pins. It is a dual-depth, non-destructive meter with five sensitivity ranges for wood, drywall, roofing, plaster, tile and masonry, reading through paint, wallpaper, tiles and roofing membranes to a depth of up to 30 mm.
- 1Non-destructive through finishesIt detects elevated moisture through paint, tiles, floor coverings and roofing membranes without puncturing them, so you survey occupied buildings without damage.
- 2Dual-depth comparisonComparing surface and core readings to 30 mm lets you separate damp coverings from a wet substrate, which is what drives a repair decision.
- 3Five material rangesDedicated scales for wood, drywall and roofing, plaster and tile, and masonry give meaningful readings across the materials found in one survey.
Lower-budget alternatives
Ten minutes on a call with one of our specialists usually saves you from buying the wrong instrument.
Book a 10-minute callOr , our product assistant, for an instant answer.
Specifications
Specifications
- Wood Moisture Content
- 5 to 30%
- Reference scale for building materials
- 0 to 100
- Display
- Analogue
- Depth of penetration (Shallow signal)
- up to 10mm
- Deep signal
- Up to 30mm
- Construction
- ABS Body
- Power
- 2 x AALR6 ALKALINE (included)
- Size
- 160mm x 85mm x 38mm
- Weight
- 270g
Packing List
Packing List
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Frequently asked questions
What materials can the Tramex ME5 measure moisture in?
The ME5 is designed for measuring moisture in wood, plaster, drywall, brick and roofing.
What measurement depths does the ME5 offer?
The ME5 provides two depths: a shallow signal penetrating up to 9mm and a deep signal penetrating up to 30mm.
What is the moisture content range for wood on the ME5?
For wood, the ME5 measures moisture content from 5% to 30%. For building materials it uses a reference scale of 0 to 100.
How is the ME5 powered and what does it weigh?
The ME5 runs on 2 x AA LR6 alkaline batteries (included) and weighs 270g.
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