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Catalogue_Electronic Moisture Meters 11.2014 V. 3.13

Catalogue_Electronic Moisture Meters 11.2014 V. 3.13
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Catalogue_Electronic Moisture Meters 11.2014 V. 3.13

Product catalog summary
Introduction
GANN is a family-owned company from Baden-Württemberg, Germany, specializing in moisture measurement technology since 1931. The company has over 60 years of experience in producing handheld meters and control systems for timber dryers.
Product Overview
The catalogue highlights GANN's electronic moisture meters, particularly the Hydromette series, which includes devices for measuring moisture in wood, construction materials, bulk materials, air humidity, and temperature, as well as control systems for timber dryers.
Measuring Techniques
  • Wood Moisture: Electrical resistance or capacitive radio frequency measurement.
  • Bulk Materials: Electrical resistance measurement with HS or HST electrodes.
  • Structural Moisture: Electrical resistance, capacitive radio frequency field, sorption isotherms, and Calcium Carbide Method (CM).
  • Air Humidity: Capacitive sensors.
  • Temperature: Resistance-based Pt100 and infrared sensors.
  • Grain Humidity: Electrical resistance for various grains and cereals.
Product Series
Blue Product Series: Models like BL Compact, BL Compact S, and others for specific applications.
Compact and Classic Series: Models with features for different measuring tasks.
Accessories
Includes electrode pins and data loggers to enhance meter functionality.
Measuring Accuracy
Emphasizes the importance of precise measurements in real-world applications.
Conclusion
The catalogue is a comprehensive guide to GANN's moisture measurement products, showcasing their commitment to quality and innovation.
Device Specifications and Applications
  • BL H 40: Measures wood moisture (5-70% dry mass) and temperature (-50 to +250 °C), suitable for sawmills.
  • BL HT 70: Measures wood moisture and temperature (-50 to +380 °C), ideal for sawn timber.
  • BL E: Triple measuring instrument for wood, structural moisture, and temperature.
  • BL UNI 10: Multi-purpose meter for structural moisture, air humidity, and temperature.
  • Compact Series: Quick moisture measurement for building restoration and firewood moisture.
  • H 35: Electronic wood moisture meter for joiner’s workshops.
Hydromette Series
  • HT 65: Measures wood moisture in sawn timber, suitable for sawmills.
  • HT 85 T: Multipurpose meter for wood and structural moisture.
  • M 2050: Offers wood moisture and temperature measurement with data storage.
  • HB 30: Electronic meter for wood and structural moisture.
  • UNI 1 & UNI 2: Connect to various electrodes for structural moisture, air humidity, and temperature.
  • RTU 600: Versatile meter for wood moisture, structural moisture, air humidity, and temperature.
  • M 4050: Provides structural and wood moisture, air humidity, and temperature measurement.
RTU 600 Packages
Compact design suitable for small sample quantities.
CM Series Meters
CM-B Pro and CM-P Pro units for determining moisture in building materials using the Calcium Carbide Method.
Hydromat CM-P Pro
Designed for moisture measurement in building materials with comprehensive equipment.
Gauges and Accessories
Includes base and premium gauges, digital timers, electronic scales, and test weights.
Data Loggers
Klima 20 and Klima 30 for recording air temperature and humidity.
Wood and Bulk Material Accessories
Electrodes for resistance-based moisture measurement and push-in electrodes for bulk materials.
Specifications and Procedures
Details on electrodes and sensors for moisture and temperature measurement, including depth of penetration and recommended usage ranges.
Electrodes and Accessories
Descriptions of various electrode types for structural moisture measurement.
Air Humidity and Temperature Measurement
Active electrodes for air humidity and temperature measurement.
Infrared and Surface Temperature Sensors
Infrared sensors for non-contact surface temperature measurements.
Temperature Sensors
Various sensors for measuring in liquids, solids, and gases.
Miscellaneous Accessories
Cables and adapters for connecting electrodes to meters and PCs.
Specifications
Details on test adapters, carrying cases, software packages, and electrode pins.
Procedures and Recommendations
Emphasizes measuring accuracy and the importance of sensor quality and calibration.
Key Accessories
Includes antistatic wristbands, power supplies, and contact pastes.
Measuring Accuracy Details
Discusses factors affecting accuracy, such as measuring circuit and calibration standards.
Measuring Techniques and Equipment
Details on moisture measurement techniques and equipment for construction and wood drying processes.
Measuring Accuracy
Importance of optimal contact between sensors and materials for accurate measurements.
Capacitive Radio Frequency Measurement
Effective for unmixed materials, with decreased accuracy for mixed materials.
Measuring Air Relative Humidity
Conversion of air humidity values into weight percentage values using sorption isotherms.
Calcium Carbide Method
Used for determining humidity content of screeds.
Proper Measurements
Importance of following operating instructions to avoid errors.
Measured Value Assessment
Professional assessment of measured values considering environmental factors.
Manual Monitoring of the Drying Process
Use of measuring point selectors for monitoring moisture.
Measuring Point Accessories
Details on electrodes, cables, and mounting brackets.
Replacement Parts for Drying Process Monitoring
Availability of different lengths and types of electrodes.
Company Background
Brief history of GANN Mess- und Regeltechnik GmbH and its developments in moisture measurement technology.
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ELECTRONIC MOISTURE METERS

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TRADITION & INNOVATION

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OUR E XPERTISE … … FOR YOUR SUCCESS Our family-owned company was founded in 1931 and is located in the core area of Baden-Württemberg, Germany. For more than 60 years, we have gathered expertise in moisture measurement and provide our customers with various products that are based on this knowledge. Already in 1948, GANN created and produced the first Hydromette unit. We are committed to our company philosophy »Quality has a name«. Therefore we design and manufacture our products only in Germany. We are focusing on two main business activities – handheld meters as well as measuring and control...

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Wood Moisture Bulk Materials Structural Moisture Temperature: Surface Temperature: Material Grain Humidity * For this purpose, electrical resistance meas- WOOD MOISTURE Products and accesso- AIR HUMIDITY Products and accessories ries that are identified by this icon are used to that are identified by this icon are used to meas- measure moisture in wood. For this, our Hy- ure air relative humidity. For measuring, capaci- dromette units use two measuring techniques: tive sensors are used that operate rapidly and electrical resistance measurement or ca- urement is used. ACCESSORIES For products...

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■ 04 BLUE PRODUCT SERIES 28 22 Packages blue product series 39 measuring ranges CM Accessories and Replacement Parts Accessories Data Logger Accessories for WOOD MOISTURE Accessories for BULK MATERIALS Accessories for STRUCTURAL MOISTURE Accessories for AIR RELATIVE HUMIDITY Accessories MISCELLANEOUS Replacement Parts Measuring Accuracy Drying Process Monitoring Replacement Parts

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OUR BLUE PRODUCT SERIES COMPACT UNITS n Handy units for quick moisture measurement LCD display n MIN, MAX, and HOLD feature n Automatic unit shutdown n 3-line block battery or rechargeable battery 175 [L] x 50 [W] x 30 mm [H] QUALITY MADE IN GERMANY

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MEASURING RANGES MOISTURE 6 to 25% (dry mass) n STRUCTURAL MOISTURE 0.4 to 6.0 wt.-% n WOOD The BL Compact unit is an electronic moisture meter for various types of wood as well as for soft building and insulating materials. The sensor pins are driven into the material to be measured and allow the measurement of moisture in sawn timber, chipboard, veneers and wood fibre materials up to 25 mm in thickness as well as of regular gypsum and mixed plaster. After measuring, the construction material specific minimum and maximum values can be retrieved. PROPERTIES wood species correction n Characteristic...

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The BL Compact S is an electronic moisture meter for various wood fuels, suited for measuring various types of hardwood or softwood. BENEFITS n Environmental protection (lower emission) and chimney protection (better combustion) n High energy yield, since the wood is burned in its optimum moisture state n Oven MEASURING RANGE MOISTURE 10 to 50% (dry mass) n WOOD APPLICATION Measuring the moisture of firewood using the BL Compact S unit – the best energy balance and lowest emission values are obtained at approx. 20% wood moisture The BL Compact and BL Compact S units come with a protective cap...

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BLUE PRODUCT SERIES curves for 7 types of building materials and 2 types of insulating materials as well as trend display for hardwood and softwood n Audible alarm feature n Automatic calibration n Unit temperature display n 200 The BL Compact B unit is an electronic structural moisture meter for non-destructive building material moisture measurement. The Hydromette unit uses the dielectric constant/ radio frequency principle of measurement. The versatile ball sensor is used to sense moisture in building materials of any kind as well as to determine the moisture distribution in walls, ceilings,...

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The BL Compact TF 2 unit is a precise thermo hygrometer for measuring the temperature and air relative humidity in many applications (e.g. residential space, air conditioning, printing shops, warehouses, museums). On the easy-to-read display, three different measured values may be shown, e.g. a combination of air humidity, air temperature, and dew point temperature. interface for transferring the measured values to a PC on which the DIALOG BL+ optional software is executed (for long-term measurements or process monitoring) n Storage of the 5 most recent measured values n 185 mm [L] MEASURING...

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BLUE PRODUCT SERIES APPLICATION Moisture measurement using sorption isotherms for quantitatively assessing damage caused by moisture The BL Compact RH-T 165/320 unit is a precise thermo hygrometer designed to be used for quickly measuring the relative humidity and temperature of the air. Using programmed sorption isotherms, the weight and mass percentages can be determined for various building and insulation materials, as well as for hardwood and softwood. The meter has a slim sensor pipe and is therefore suited to be used for a large variety of applications, e.g. humidity analyses in cases of...

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HYDROMET TE BL COMPACT RH-T FLEX 250 / 350 The BL Compact RH-T FLEX 250/350 unit is a precise thermo hygrometer designed to be used for quickly measuring the relative humidity and temperature of the air. Using programmed sorption isotherms, the weight and mass percentages can be determined for various building and insulation materials, as well as for hardwood and softwood. The unit has a slim and flexible sensor pipe (gooseneck) and is therefore particularly suited to be used for humidity analyses, e.g. for damage survey or while the building is drying. Additional applications include checking...

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BLUE PRODUCT SERIES APPLICATION The flexible sensor pipe can be used to easily and conveniently carry out measurements in places that are difficult to access. 11 For packages, please refer to page 5, 7 and 12

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HYDROMET TE BL COMPACT TF-IR The BL Compact TF-IR unit has sensors for surface temperature infrared measurements as well as for measuring air temperature, and air relative humidity. This combination of the different measuring techniques enables the TF-IR unit to be used for quickly and reliably assessing dew point undershoots or determining borderline conditions on surfaces such as walls, ceilings, floors as well as on window or door lintels. In addition to displaying the measured value, the unit creates an audible signal when a critical surface temperature is detected. When using the unit in...

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