Lignomat SDM Ligno-Scanner – SDM Moisture Meter

• Digital display
• Rugged design for easy operation
• Wide range wood scale (5-60%)
• Reference Scale for non-wood building materials (0-99)
• Built-in corrections for 71 wood group

The Ligno-Scanner SDM clearly outperforms most pinless moisture meters on the market today. The meter has 2 independent sets of calibrations one for measuring 1/4″ deep and one for measuring 3/4″ deep. Dual-depth settings are available for different wood species, drywall, and reference scales for concrete and other building materials. The bamboo calibration settings (flat and vertical grain and strand, carbonized) are for a measuring depth of 1/4″.

Why choose a Ligno-Scanner SMD from Lignomat:

Lignomat’s unique measuring technology assures calibration accuracy, reliability and repeatability backed by a 2-year warranty on all moisture meters. The Ligno-Scanner SDM pinless moisture meter has very unique features such as calibrations to measure the moisture in bamboo.

The moisture meter of choice for multi-material applications: flooring, restoration, inspection, and construction.

The measuring depth of a pinless meter is crucial. Moisture readings are too low when the Scanner is placed on a workpiece that is thinner than the measuring depth. Scanners never measure any deeper than the measuring depth.

The entire measuring pad has to be on a flat and smooth surface for accurate readings

Species Corrections for Ligno-Scanners and Ligno-VersaTec correlate directly to the Specific Gravity. Example: For a specific gravity of 0.57 (0.57g/cm 3 )set species # 57. Specific Gravity for most wood species can be found on the Internet. We also include a Species Chart with recommended settings. The Ligno-Scanners SDM and the Ligno-VersaTec have calibrations built-in for drywall and concrete and a reference scale for non-wood building materials. Measuring range: 5-60% dependent upon Species. For hardwoods the Scanners read lower than 5%, for softwoods, the Scanners start reading above 5%. Resolution of read-out: 0.1% Less accurate above Fiber Saturation Point at 30%.

The Ligno-Scanner SDM dual measuring depth: ¼” (7mm) and ¾” (20mm). Great for measuring thin and thick materials. Great for measuring engineered products, where the surface is of a different material than the core. Great for checking surface moisture after coatings, water spills, or cleaning.

Pin meters:

The pocket-size mini-Ligno Series has been popular since its introduction more than 30 years ago. Several updates over the years have kept the technology up to date for these accurate and reliable meters.

One step up from the Ligno-Scanners D or S would be the Ligno-Scanner SD which offers selectable measuring depths of 1/4” and 3/4” deep. The Ligno-DuoTec BW is a scanning meter that can also be used as a Thermo-Hygrometer. You can measure the relative humidity in the air or use the meter to measure the moisture in concrete before laying a floor. Complies to ASTM F2170-09 to obtain in-depth Rh measurements.