Quick Answer: The Wood Moisture Meter is a pin-type digital meter that measures the water content of wood and building materials by electrical resistance, using 10 millimetre hardened steel pins.
Last updated: October 2026
Key Features
Pin-type electrical resistance measurement
Hardened steel electrode pins, 10 millimetres long
Built-in wood groups to allow for different densities
Automatic temperature compensation
Data hold; large LCD
ABS housing; 9V battery
Technical Specifications
Specification
Value
Principle
Electrical resistance (pin type)
Moisture range (wood)
0% to 99.9%
Electrodes
Hardened steel pins, 10 millimetres
Species selection
Multiple built-in wood groups
Display
Large LCD
Operating temperature
0° to 40 °C (32° to 104 °F)
Power
9V DC battery
Housing
ABS
About This Product
Students press the pins into a board or timber sample and read its moisture as a percentage, then repeat the test as the wood dries to follow how quickly it loses water. It suits material science, wood technology, construction and forestry practicals, where hardwoods such as oak or teak can be compared with softer species.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the Wood Moisture Meter take a reading?
Its hardened steel pins, 10 millimetres long, are pushed into the wood and the meter measures electrical resistance to give the moisture content.
Can it allow for different types of wood?
Yes. It has several built-in wood groups to compensate for density.