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Digital Handheld Soil Moisture Meter

Digital Handheld Moisture Meter
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$351.45

Item# HSM50

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Digital Handheld Moisture Meter HSM50 HSM50
  • Designed for Moisture Level of Soil or Other Similar Material
  • Easy to Operate
  • Data Hold Function
  • Microprocessor Based

HSM50 Model Options

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Display Type
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The HSM50 Precision Digital Soil Moisture Meter from OMEGA includes a heavy-duty probe to enable quick and accurate readings of moisture levels in soil or compost. Data is displayed quickly on an LCD screen. The ideal tool for anyone who needs to monitor moisture levels in soil, it is utilized by landscapers, soil scientists, nursery managers, turf managers and in many other fields where soil moisture needs to be monitored.

SPECIFICATIONS
Display LCD Size: 28 x 19 mm (1.1 x 0.75")
Measurement Range: 0 to 50% moisture content on soil
Resolution: 0.1%
Accuracy: ±(5% + 5 d) full scale @ 23°C (73°F) ±5°
Probe: 2 pins moisture electrode
Data Hold: Freeze the display reading
Sampling Time: Approx. 0.8 sec
Operating Temperature: 0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F)
Operating Humidity: Less than 80% RH
Power Supply: 4 “AAA” batteries (included)
Current Draw: Approx. DC 5 mA
Weight: 267 g (0.58 lb)
Dimensions:
Meter: 172 L x 40 W x 40 mm D (6.8 x 1.6 x 1.6")
Probe: 202 L x 10 mm D (8 x 0.4")
Total Length (Meter/Probe): 374 mm (14.7")
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Rated 4 out of 5 by from Simple to use Seems to work great. A little concerning it has a ‘.1 Year Warranty’
Date published: 2019-02-11
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How does soil temperature affect the accuracy of the result?

Asked by: Rob1
Thanks for your question. The operating temperature for this model is 0° to 50°C. Outside of this temperature range, the meter may no longer read properly (or at all) and the accuracy rating no longer applies. Please contact our Tech Support if you have any further questions for your application.
Answered by: Jane
Date published: 2019-05-09

What is the operating principle for this meter? Is it robust to salinity in the soil? I need to measure soil moisture along the coast.

Asked by: Zoya
The probe would be able to measure the moisture in most soil types and if there is salinity involved it is recommended to clean the probe after each use as to avoid the initiation of corrosion.
Answered by: ANBENG
Date published: 2021-08-07

I got the probe but the value jumps from 2 to 40, I stayed more than a minute and the reading didn't got stable. 1. How long should I stay to get it stable? I know my range must be between 35% and 40% 2.Does the reading depends on the sample size?

Asked by: Gustavo
Thank you for your question? This probe only works with soil or other similar material. Hope this was helpful?
Answered by: application engineer je
Date published: 2019-07-10

My HSM50 moisture meter is not powering on and is out of warranty. I replaced the batteries, but no joy. Is there anything that I should be checking? Are repairs available?

Asked by: GregRSF
Hi Greg, Sorry to hear of the problem. Check the battery terminals for any corroded terminal or lead wire. Please forward question to TEMP@OMEGA.COM Best regards OMEGA
Answered by: NorwalkAE_RS
Date published: 2022-03-25

Does the product work well in agricultural settings to measure soil moisture under pivot irrigation?

Asked by: pivot
The probe is the only portion that should be exposed to direct moisture. The display area which holds the electronics should not be exposed to direct irrigation water spray.
Answered by: ANBENG
Date published: 2020-02-15

What is the length of the probe?

Asked by: Donna
Hi, thanks for connecting with us. Sorry this data is missing, please see the dimensions here: Meter: 172 L x 40 W x 40 mm D (6.8 x 1.6 x 1.6") Probe: 202 L x 10 mm D (8 x 0.4") Total Length (Meter/Probe): 374 mm (14.7") Please email us at flow@omega.com with any further questions.
Answered by: Jane
Date published: 2019-06-18

Would this handheld moisture meter work to detect moisture in powders?

Asked by: Ricky123
Very dry soil can have the consistency of powder so the HSM50 should allow a relative measurement of moisture in powder if it is similar.
Answered by: ANBENG
Date published: 2020-04-03
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