Suitable for offices, industrial environments and other on-site applications, use Martindale's SP79 for simple measurements of sound in accordance with the Noise at Work regulations.
A type 2 sound meter, the Martindale SP79 features A and C frequency weighting (A replicates the noise a human ear can hear, C is used for measurements of peak sound pressure levels) and fast/slow time weighting. It can be used for single, quick measurements of sound or you can mount the SP79 on a tripod (sold separately) and activate the MIN/MAX mode to calculate the maximum/minimum values taken over a period of time.
The SP79 can measure sound levels from 32 to 130dB and has frequency range from 20Hz to 8kHz. A 1/2 inch electret condenser microphone is built into the top of the instrument and a removeable windshield is included as standard.
Martindale SP79 Class 2 Sound Level Meter Key Features
- Sound meter for basic measurements of sound in offices/industrial conditions etc
- Class 2 sound meter
- Selectable A and C frequency weighting
- Fast/slow time weighting options
- Measurement range from 32 to 130dB
- Digital readout with analogue bargraph display
- Detachable windshield
- Made in accordance with BS EN 61672-1: 2003
- Optional sound calibrator available - part number SPC70
What's Included?
- Martindale SP79 Sound Meter
- 1 x 9V Battery
- Windscreen
- Storage Case
- Instructions
Martindale SP79 Technical Specifications
Measuring Range | 32 to 130dB |
Frequency Range | 20Hz to 8kHz |
Frequency Weighting | A or C |
Level Ranges | Lo: 30 to 90dB Med: 50 to 110dB Hi: 70 to 130dB |
Accuracy | ±1.4dB (at reference conditions) |
Dynamic Range | 60dB |
Time Weighting | Fast or Slow |
Microphone | 1/2 inch elecret condenser microphone |
AC Output | 1V rms at full scale (full scale is the upper limit of the selected level range) |
DC Output | 10mV/dV |
Display | Liquid crystal (LCD) Digital, 4 digits, updates 2/second Bargraph, 30 segments, updates 10/sec |
Power | 1 x 9V, PP3 alkaline battery (IEC 6LR61, NEDA 1604A) |
Continuous Operating Time | 60 hours typical (alkaline battery) |
Automatic Power Off | After approx 30 minutes |
Low Battery Indication | Battery symbol is displayed |
Dimensions | 258 (L) x 55 (W) x 25mm (D) |
Weight | Approx 185g including battery |
Environmental/Other Specs | |
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Operating Conditions | Temperature: 0 to 40°C Relative Humidity: 10 to 90% RH |
Storage Conditions | Temperature: -10 to 60°C Relative Humidity: 10 to 75% RH |
Compliance | BS EN 61672-1 Class 2 |
EMC | BS EN 61326-1 |
Reviews
SKU | MARSP79 |
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Manufacturer Part Code | MARSP79 |
Model Ref | SP79 Sound Meter |