A spinoff from a recent thread.
http://www.ncwoodworker.net/forums/showthread.php?t=59793
Pinless induction meters vs pin meters? Hmmm...which type to consider with pros and cons? :icon_scra
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YG8_Qw8IQSs
1. I have a mini-Ligno E/D (about $100) with 2 sets of pins (3/16" and 7/16") and it's pretty decent overall. The pins work fine in softwoods like SPF but they're a royal PITA to penetrate and seat in hardwoods (oaks, soft maple, etc).
2. A good quality induction meter appears to have better versatility but the entry price is about +/- $200. Note: Rough sawn lumber is not ideal for these because the sensing pad needs a "relatively smooth surface" for a good reading (like a stud sensor on sheetrock), but that's not a show stopper either.
http://www.ncwoodworker.net/forums/showthread.php?t=59793
Pinless induction meters vs pin meters? Hmmm...which type to consider with pros and cons? :icon_scra
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YG8_Qw8IQSs
1. I have a mini-Ligno E/D (about $100) with 2 sets of pins (3/16" and 7/16") and it's pretty decent overall. The pins work fine in softwoods like SPF but they're a royal PITA to penetrate and seat in hardwoods (oaks, soft maple, etc).
2. A good quality induction meter appears to have better versatility but the entry price is about +/- $200. Note: Rough sawn lumber is not ideal for these because the sensing pad needs a "relatively smooth surface" for a good reading (like a stud sensor on sheetrock), but that's not a show stopper either.