Tramex ME5 Analog, Non-Destructive Moister Meter for Building Materials

The Tramex ME5 Moisture Encounter is a non-destructive moisture meter offering dual-depth measurement—shallow up to approximately 0.40″ (10 mm) and deep up to approximately 1.25″ (30 mm). It features five sensitivity ranges suited to wood & timber, drywall & roofing, plaster & tile, masonry and other building envelope materials. The unit uses a low-frequency electrical signal via base electrodes and displays results on an analog dial, making it suitable for locating, documenting and monitoring moisture conditions in floors, walls and roofs.

Key features:

• Dual-depth non-destructive measurement capability for surface and deeper moisture detection
• Five sensitivity ranges adapted for wood, drywall, roofing, plaster, tile and masonry
• Analog dial display simplifies rapid reading in field conditions
• Compact, rugged ABS-body design with included batteries allows fast deployment on job sites

• SKU: ME5
• Product type: Moisture Encounter (Dual-Depth Non-Destructive Moisture Meter)
• Size: 6.3″ × 3.5″ × 1.5″ (160 mm × 85 mm × 38 mm) 
• Weight: 9.5 oz (270 g) 
• Measuring ranges: Wood moisture content 5 % to 30% 
• Depth of penetration: shallow up to 0.40″ (10 mm); deep up to 1.25″ (30 mm) 
• Reference scale (building materials): 0 to 100 
• Construction: ABS body 
• Power: 2 × AALR6 alkaline batteries included 
• Display: Analog dial 
• Application: Non-destructive moisture detection in flooring, walls, ceilings, plaster, tile, masonry and roofing materials

• Clean the surface of the material being tested and ensure electrodes are free of debris.
• Power on the ME5 and select the appropriate sensitivity range for the material type (wood, drywall, roofing, plaster, masonry).
• Place the meter firmly on the test surface until the contact electrodes settle appropriately.
• Read the moisture content indicator from the analog dial noting shallow or deep depth mode based on material thickness.
• Compare readings against allowable moisture thresholds for the specific material and environment to determine condition or need for remediation.

Q: What materials can the ME5 test for moisture?
A: It can test wood and timber, drywall and roofing, plaster and tile, and masonry materials using the appropriate sensitivity range.

Q: How deep can the ME5 measure moisture?
A: The ME5 provides shallow-signal penetration up to approximately 0.40″ (10 mm) and deep-signal penetration up to approximately 1.25″ (30 mm).

Q: Is the ME5 non-destructive?
A: Yes, the ME5 performs non-destructive moisture testing by using electrical impedance signals instead of probes or drilling.

Q: What is the reference scale for readings on the ME5 for general building materials?
A: The reference scale for building materials is 0 to 100.