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Tramex Moisture Encounter 5 (ME5)
Tramex Moisture Meter ME5(Basic moisture tester for wood, walls, and general building use.)
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Tramex Moisture Encounter 5 (ME5)
The Tramex Moisture Encounter 5 (ME5) is a dual-depth, non-destructive moisture meter designed for instant and reliable moisture measurement across a wide variety of building materials. With both deep depth penetration up to 30mm and shallow depth penetration up to 10mm, the ME5 delivers precise readings without damaging the surface.
Its five sensitivity ranges — Wood & Timber, Shallow Depth, Drywall & Roofing, Plaster & Tile, and Masonry — make it a versatile tool for testing throughout the building envelope.
The ME5 is also a trusted instrument for pest controllers and building inspectors, providing a quick way to detect potential termite activity. Elevated moisture levels often indicate termite presence, as these pests require damp, humid conditions to survive.
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Key Features
- Five sensitivity ranges: Wood & Timber, Shallow Depth, Drywall & Roofing, Plaster & Tile, Masonry
- Dual-depth penetration for comparing surface and core moisture, while minimizing substrate influence on coverings
- Deep signal penetration up to 30mm in wood and drywall, detecting elevated moisture through most coverings without cutting or puncturing
- Shallow depth scale designed for field penetration up to 10mm
- Measurement range: 5–30% on the wood scale, 0–100 comparative scale for all other materials
- Detects moisture through paint, wallpaper, drywall, ceramic tile, floor coverings, wood, ceiling tiles, roofing membranes, and asphalt shingles
- Bluetooth connectivity with iOS & Android apps for extended reporting and app integration
- Hold function to freeze readings where visibility is limited
- High moisture audio warning tone (enable/disable as needed)
- Large, clear analog display for easy, meaningful readings
- Durable, ergonomic ABS enclosure
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Specifications
- Size: 160mm x 85mm x 38mm
- Weight: 270g
- Construction: ABS body
- Power: 2 × AA alkaline batteries (included)
- Display: Analog
Depth of penetration:
- Â Shallow signal: up to 10mm
- Deep signal: up to 30mm
Measuring range:
- Wood moisture content: 5–30%
- Reference scale (building materials): 0–100