BOSCH GMP 1-13 Moisture Meter 601078000

Detecting moisture in wood and building materials is essential to prevent structural damage, mold growth, and costly repairs. The BOSCH GMP 1-13 Moisture Meter provides reliable, precise moisture readings for professionals and DIY enthusiasts alike.

Who is it for

This moisture meter is ideal for carpenters, flooring installers, building inspectors, and homeowners who need to assess moisture levels in wood, drywall, plaster, and other building materials before painting, sealing, or installation.

Main features

• Resistance measurement principle for accurate moisture detection
• Wide measurement range: 6% to 60% for wood, 0.2% to 30% for building materials
• High accuracy: ±1% for wood, ±0.5% for building materials
• 13 material groups for wood and 5 for building materials for tailored readings
• Backlit LCD display for clear readings in any lighting
• Integrated, replaceable measurement electrodes for long-term use
• Hold function to freeze readings on screen
• Self-calibration check ensures consistent performance
• Auto power off after approximately 5 minutes to save battery
• Powered by 4 x 1.5 V LR6 (AA) batteries, providing about 20 hours of operation
• Durable design with IP54 protection against dust and splashing water
• Operating temperature range: -5 °C to +50 °C

Specifications

• Measurement principle: Resistance measurement
• Measurement range (wood): 6% - 60%
• Measurement range (building materials): 0.2% - 30%
• Accuracy (wood): ±1%
• Accuracy (building materials): ±0.5%
• Material groups (wood): 13
• Material groups (building materials): 5
• Display: LCD with backlight
• Power source: 4 x 1.5 V LR6 (AA) batteries
• Battery life: approximately 20 hours
• Auto power off: after approximately 5 minutes
• Operating temperature: -5 °C to +50 °C
• Storage temperature: -20 °C to +70 °C
• Protection class: IP54
• Measurement electrodes: integrated, replaceable
• Hold function: Yes
• Self-calibration check: Yes
• Units of measurement: Percentage (%)

Tips

For best results, ensure the measurement electrodes make firm contact with the material surface. Select the correct material group for accurate readings. Replace the electrodes when they show signs of wear to maintain precision.