Short Description

The Lutron MS-7000 is a professional digital wood moisture meter designed for accurate measurement of moisture content in wood, timber, and building materials. It features a separate two-pin moisture probe, 9 selectable wood species groups (covering approximately 150 wood species), manual temperature compensation, built-in self-calibration, and an RS-232 interface for data transfer. The instrument is ideal for woodworking, sawmills, furniture manufacturing, construction, flooring inspection, and quality control.

Key Features

• Professional Digital Wood Moisture Meter
• Moisture Measurement Range: 9% to 30%
• 9 Wood Species Groups
• Supports Calibration for Approximately 150 Wood Species
• Separate Remote Two-Pin Moisture Probe
• Manual Temperature Compensation (0–50°C)
• Built-in Self-Calibration
• Large Dual LCD Display
• Data Hold Function
• Maximum & Minimum Memory Recall
• Auto Power Off
• Low Battery Indicator
• Microprocessor-Based Circuit
• RS-232 PC Interface
• Rugged ABS Plastic Housing
• Fast Measurement Response

Applications

Ideal for:

• Woodworking
• Timber Industry
• Furniture Manufacturing
• Lumber Yards
• Sawmills
• Flooring Installation
• Building Inspection
• Construction Industry
• Moisture Damage Assessment
• Quality Control
• Interior Decoration
• Research Laboratories

Technical Specifications

Moisture Measurement

Wood Species Selection

• 9 Material Species Groups
• Covers approximately 150 different wood/timber species

Measurement Principle

• Conductivity measurement using a two-pin electrode probe
• Moisture percentage is calculated based on the selected wood species group.

Temperature Compensation

Calibration

• Built-in Self-Calibration Circuit
• Push-button Calibration Function

Display

• Super Large Dual LCD Display
• Digit Height: 13 mm
• Simultaneous Measurement Display
• Low Battery Indicator

Functions

• Wood Moisture Measurement
• Material Group Selection
• Manual Temperature Compensation
• Data Hold
• Maximum Reading Recall
• Minimum Reading Recall
• Self Calibration
• Auto Power Off
• RS-232 Data Output

Probe

• Separate Remote Moisture Probe
• Two Stainless Steel Contact Pins
• Replaceable Electrode Pins

Sampling Time

• Approximately 0.8 Seconds

Data Output

• RS-232 Serial Interface
• Compatible with optional PC communication accessories

Operating Conditions

Operating Temperature

• 0°C to 50°C

Operating Humidity

• Less than 80% RH

Power Supply

• 1 × 9V Battery (006P / PP3 / MN1604)

Power Consumption

• Approximately 6.5 mA

Dimensions

Main Unit

• 180 × 72 × 32 mm

Moisture Probe

• 23 mm Diameter × 165 mm Length

Weight

• Approximately 330 g

Construction

• Heavy-Duty ABS Plastic Housing
• Microprocessor-Controlled Electronics
• Stainless Steel Replaceable Probe Pins

Standard Package Includes

• Lutron MS-7000 Moisture Meter
• Remote Moisture Probe
• Extra Contact Pins (1 Set)
• Hard Carrying Case
• User Instruction Manual

Optional Accessories

• RS-232 Communication Cable
• USB Interface Cable (via optional converter)
• PC Data Logging Software
• Replacement Electrode Pins

Advantages

• Measures Moisture Quickly & Accurately
• Supports a Wide Variety of Wood Species
• Ideal for Timber Inspection
• Built-in Self-Calibration
• Large Easy-to-Read LCD
• Durable Industrial Design
• Portable & Lightweight
• Suitable for Field & Laboratory Use
• Reliable Microprocessor-Based Performance
• RS-232 Connectivity for Data Recording

Industries Served

• Wood Processing
• Furniture Manufacturing
• Construction
• Building Inspection
• Flooring Industry
• Timber Trading
• Interior Design
• Quality Assurance
• Educational Institutions
• Research Laboratories