Many modern hygrometers use digital displays and have a variety of special features to make them more versatile as humidity testing tools. However, not every user needs or favors a digital hygrometer. Some users prefer an analog hygrometer design that emphasizes simplicity and reliability over gimmicky features.
One example, the high-end analog pin hygrometer, is favored by both amateurs and professionals with Delmhorst's own BD-10 humidity testing device.
Why do users love BD-10? The reasons are:
It is an easy to learn analog hygrometer.
The bright and clear analog display on the BD-10 is designed to be very easy to read, and the needle hygrometer is easy to use - simply insert the needle into the material to be measured and press the button. A needle on the analog display will move to indicate the moisture content of the material being tested.
The BD-10 Moisture Meter from Delmhorst is calibrated for wood moisture reading gauges used on floors, wood studs, and other hardwood materials. For all other building materials, the BD-10 has a secondary reference moisture reading scale. While a lumber reading scale is capable of providing a quantitative measurement of moisture in wood, a reference scale can provide a qualitative measurement of moisture. This reference moisture reading chart is typically used for quick pass/fail moisture content assessments in non-wood materials.
Because the meter is the analog type with simple button press operation, it is very easy to learn. This makes it ideal for amateur users and professionals who need a simple moisture testing device for their employees to use while they are used to testing moisture levels.
Built-in hygrometer calibration check
Any humidity testing equipment, no matter how rugged, will eventually slip out of calibration. It is important to have a means of testing the accuracy of needle hygrometers at a split second's notice. In most cases this requires a secondary device such as a Moisture Content Standard (MCS). However, in the case of the BD-10 Needle Hygrometer, the unit has built-in calibration checks.
To verify the accuracy of Delmhorst's BD-10 Hygrometer, all you have to do is push a button. The meter takes care of the rest. If the hygrometer is accurate, the needle should fall somewhere within the green band on the analog display.
Rugged and lightweight hygrometer construction
Like all of Delmhorst's needle hygrometers, the BD-10 is designed from the ground up to be light enough not to be a burden on the user's tool belt, yet strong enough to withstand the harsh conditions that may arise on the job site. This helps ensure that the BD10 will provide years of reliable use.
This humidity testing device weighs only 10 ounces and has easy-to-replace pins on the top, making it easy to keep the meter in great shape.
Versatile probe socket compatible with any Durmhorst electrode
Like all of Delmhorst's needle hygrometer models, the BD-10 has a universal probe socket design that allows the user to connect any Delmhorst hygrometer electrode to it. This greatly increases the utility of the BD-10 Needle Hygrometer, as specialized electrodes can allow it to be used for testing different construction materials in areas that are difficult to reliably reach with the standard needle on top of the meter.
For example, the 26-ES electrode can penetrate deep into the insulation to test safely, or it can penetrate the wall with an insulating needle to test the fiberglass (or other insulation) behind it.
