Capacitance Moisture Meters In Uganda

Capacitance Moisture Meters: What Are They & Why Use Them

A capacitance moisture meter (also called a dielectric moisture sensor) measures moisture by sensing changes in capacitance (dielectric constant) of the material (grain, soil, wood, hay etc.) when moisture content changes. Unlike pin-type which inserts probes/pins or infrared which senses only surface effects, capacitance meters often allow non-invasive or minimal-contact readings, sometimes even measuring moisture in bulk (if sample passes through sensor) or via a sensor plate.

What You’ll Pay: Price Expectations in Uganda (UGX)

From what is currently available locally (or via import & classifieds), here’s what capacitance moisture meters cost or what similar instruments cost, to help you budget:

• Basic capacitance moisture meters (grain sample type), lower accuracy / fewer features: UGX ~ 800,000 to UGX 1,500,000.

• Mid-range models with better calibration options, better resolution, faster readings: UGX ~1,500,000 to UGX ~3,000,000.

• Higher-end / professional grade capacitance meters (large sample capacities, stronger build, multiple material modes, possibly data logging): UGX ~3,000,000+, depending heavily on brand/import.

These are estimates; actual cost will depend on shipping/import duty, brand mark-ups, and whether the meter is stocked locally or needs to be ordered.