No. A pinless meter reads through a flat sensor plate resting on the surface, so it leaves no holes — a big advantage on finished furniture, flooring, and veneers. Pin meters leave two small pin holes, which is usually acceptable on framing or rough stock.
Read More >Pinless scanners read a volume of material below the sensor — commonly around 1/4″ to 3/4″ depending on the model and mode. The surface must be flat and smooth for full sensor contact, and the material should be thicker than the reading depth for an accurate result.
Read More >Reach for pins when you need the moisture content at a specific depth (using insulated depth-probe pins), when the surface is uneven or too narrow for a sensor pad, or when checking behind or inside an assembly. Pin and pinless readings complement each other — pinless to survey quickly, pins to confirm a suspect spot.
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