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- [ Digital psychrometer ]
- [ Digital Wood Moisture
Meter ]
- [ Moisture Encounter ]
-[ Moisture System
Model MMS ]
- [ Paper Moisture Tester ]
- [ Temperature Humidity
TH8 ]
- [ Wet wall detector ]
- [ Wood Moisture Meter ]

 Non-Destructive Moisture Detector for Boats

non-destructive_moisture_detector_for_boats.jpg (11681 octets)Used by:

  • Boat owners
  • Designers
  • Marinas
  • Surveyors
  • Boat yards
  • Brokers

The SKIPPER non-destructive moisture meter provides a complete, safe method for detecting excess moisture in GRP and wooden boats. Three scales of sensitivity allow moisture detection in fresh or salt water.

  • Identify the presence of osmosis in fiberglass hulls
  • Confirm if wooden boats are dry before painting or varnishing
  • Check it racing boats are carrying excess moisture weight
  • Trace deck and bulkhead leaks

How it works

  • The SKIPPER moisture meter detects moisture in wood or GRP (Glass Reinforced Plastic) by measuring the resistance between two low frequency AC signals transmitted from the soft rubber electrodes on the base of the instrument.
  • Because salt water is more conductive than fresh water, the SKIPPER is fitted with different ranges of sensitivity to allow testing of wood or GRP in either fresh or salt water environment
  • Simply select the correct scale:
    Scale 1: Moisture in wood in fresk water or GRP in salt water
    Scale 2: Moisture in GRP in fresh water
    Scale 3: Moisture in wood in salt water

Testing for moisture
Hold the SKIPPER to the surface or slide it across large areas to detect the presence of moisture. The soft rubber electrodes will not scratch or damage even the most highly glossed finish. Readings are taken directly from the analog dial and an audio signal sounds when excess moisture is encountered.

Technical data:

  • Measuring method: non-destructive signal resistance
  • Measurement frequency: 5-25 KHZ depending on range used
  • Electrodes: Co-planar conductive rubber.
  • Dimensions: 150 x 80 x 30 mm (6 x 3.2 x 1.2 inches).
  • Weight: 260 grams (9 ounces) including battery
  • Battery: 9 volts PP3 or equivalent.