Pin meters measure the electrical resistance between two metal pins pushed into the material — giving you the moisture content at the pin depth, ideal for spot-checking a specific layer. Pinless (scanner) meters use a flat sensor pad and an electromagnetic signal to read moisture through the surface without leaving holes, so you can scan […]
Read More >It depends on what you measure most: Woodworking & flooring installers — a pinless scanner for fast, non-damaging surveys, or a pin meter when you need a reading at a specific depth. Building inspection & restoration — a dual pin/pinless instrument covers both finished surfaces and hidden areas. Concrete & slabs — an RH meter […]
Read More >Yes. Many Lignomat meters include reference scales for wood plus building materials such as drywall, gypsum, and cementitious surfaces, and dual-technology models combine pin and pinless measuring in one tool. If you routinely test several materials, a multi-function meter saves carrying more than one instrument.
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