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TRAMEX cmeXpert 2 User Manual

TRAMEX cmeXpert 2
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TRAMEX cmeXpert 2 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeNon-destructive moisture meter
Resolution0.1%
Operating Temperature0°C to 50°C
Measurement Range (WME)0 to 100%
DisplayDigital
Power SupplyBattery
Storage Temperature-10°C to 50°C
Dimensions160mm x 85mm x 38mm

Summary

Introduction

How it works

Explains the principle of operation for concrete moisture measurement mode.

Instrument Features

3 modes of measurement

Lists the three measurement modes: Non-destructive, hygrometer, and wood pin probe.

6 simple membrane keypad controls

Describes the functions of the six keypad buttons for instrument operation.

Backlight display time

Instructions for adjusting the backlight display duration.

Language display adjustment

Instructions for changing the instrument's display language.

HOLD Function

Explains the HOLD function to freeze readings.

Operating Instructions

Non-destructive measurement mode

Concrete Scale

Explains readings on the Concrete scale (0-6.9% MC).

CM Equivalent Scale

Describes the CM Equivalent scale (0-5) for concrete.

Gypsum Scale

Details the Gypsum scale (0-12 comparative) for screeds.

REF Scale

Explains the Reference scale (0-99) for comparative testing.

Typical CMEX Displays

Shows examples of typical instrument displays for moisture measurement.

Calibration

Drying time for concrete floors and screeds

Testing for moisture content in a floor slab

Pre-test conditioning and preparation

Details requirements for accurate moisture testing of floor slabs.

Pre-testing guidelines

Guidelines for preparing floor slabs and removing coverings before testing.

Guideline test procedures as per ASTM F 2659

Step-by-step procedure for conducting moisture tests according to ASTM F 2659.

Humidity Measurement Mode

Applications

Lists applications for humidity measurement, like HVAC and building monitoring.

Typical CMEX display with the RH Probe

Shows an example display for humidity measurement.

Relative Humidity Measurement

Describes methods (in-situ, RH hood) for measuring relative humidity in flooring.

(a) RH tests using the below surface or in-situ method.

Detailed procedure for in-situ RH testing using CMEX and RH probe.

(b) On surface RH tests (RH hood method)

Detailed procedure for RH hood testing using CMEX and RH probe.

Calibration checking of RH Probe

To carry out a calibration check

Step-by-step guide to performing an RH probe calibration check.

Pin Probe (Wood pin-meter) mode

Wood Pin Probe Display

Example display for wood moisture content measurement.

Factors Affecting Moisture Readings

Species

Explains how wood species affect moisture meter readings.

Temperature

Details how wood temperature impacts moisture readings.

Chemical treatment or contamination

Discusses how chemical treatments affect readings.

Surface Moisture

Explains the effect of surface moisture on readings.

Wood Flooring

Testing wood and wood products

Calibration and Acceptance Levels

Covers calibration tests and acceptable moisture levels.

Wood Moisture Content Guidelines

Covers interior, exterior, saturation point, treatment, and stack storage.

Temperature Adjustment Chart

Example 1 & 2

Illustrates how to use the temperature adjustment chart.

Combined Species/Temperature Correction

Shows how to combine species and temperature corrections.

Humidity & Moisture Content Relationship

Table 1. Approx. relationship between RH and EMC

Table relating relative humidity to equilibrium moisture content.

Hazards, Safety and the Environment

Limitations

Lists limitations of the CMEX, such as not measuring through conductive materials.

Product development

States Tramex's policy on product improvement and design changes.

Warranty

Warranty claims

Instructions for returning defective products for warranty claims.

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