--- product_id: 47913832 title: "Brennenstuhl Moisture Detector MD (Moisture Meter/Moisture Meter for Wood or Building Materials, with LCD Display)" brand: "brennenstuhl" price: "47051CFA" currency: XOF in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Brennenstuhl" url: https://www.desertcart.sn/products/47913832-brennenstuhl-moisture-detector-md-moisture-meter-moisture-meter-for-wood store_origin: SN region: Senegal --- # Measures moisture 5-50% wood, 1.5-33% building Clear LCD display with hold function 9V battery powered for reliable, long use Brennenstuhl Moisture Detector MD (Moisture Meter/Moisture Meter for Wood or Building Materials, with LCD Display) **Brand:** brennenstuhl **Price:** 47051CFA **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🔍 Don’t just guess—measure moisture like a pro and stay ahead of hidden property risks! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Brennenstuhl Moisture Detector MD (Moisture Meter/Moisture Meter for Wood or Building Materials, with LCD Display) by brennenstuhl - **How much does it cost?** 47051CFA with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/47913832-brennenstuhl-moisture-detector-md-moisture-meter-moisture-meter-for-wood) ## Best For - brennenstuhl enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted brennenstuhl brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Ergonomic & Compact:** Lightweight design with secure grip fits perfectly in your toolkit for on-the-go testing. - • **Smart Auto Power-Off:** Saves battery life with automatic shutdown after 3 minutes of inactivity—ready when you are. - • **Dual-Mode Versatility:** Switch easily between wood and building material settings for all your inspection needs. - • **Precision Moisture Sensing:** Accurately detects moisture in wood & building materials to prevent costly damage. - • **Hold Function for Hard-to-Reach Spots:** Lock readings instantly, even in tight or awkward spaces—never miss a critical measurement. ## Overview The Brennenstuhl Moisture Detector MD is a compact, dual-mode moisture meter designed for professionals and DIYers alike. It measures moisture levels in wood (5-50%) and building materials (1.5-33%) with precision, featuring a clear LCD display and a hold function for easy readings in hard-to-reach areas. Powered by a standard 9V battery, it includes an automatic shut-off to conserve power. Ideal for property inspections, restoration projects, and quality control, this tool helps you detect moisture issues early to avoid costly repairs. ## Description From the manufacturer Moisture Detector with LCD display Moisture Meter is suitable for wood or building materials and the display is shown on a large LCD display as well as acoustically. Protective cap The measuring device has a protective cap to protect the measuring pins. Measuring range The measuring range for wood is between 5% and 50% and for building materials between 1.5% and 33%. Review: A good moisture detector with accurate readings and audible sound - I bought this as I've had repairs done around my chimney and needed a way of checking that the leak had been resolved. This arrived promptly and neatky pakcaged. The detector is typical of these types of devices with two strong prongs at the top that measure the mositure contnet. The device has two settings, one for wood and one for building substrates (brick, stone, etc). There is a simple guide on the back that explains what the readings mean. Additionally, a simple user guide is also included which gives a fairly good explanation on how to use the detector (along with what not to do!). I took several readings over the surface of the wall and intend to go back in a few days in the hope that the readings will be lower (thereby demonstarting that the leak has been fixed). The detector requires a 9v batterry which is not included in the package. Overall this is a decent moisture detector and has done the job that I needed it for. PROS - Quite compact and easy to grip - Two good strong prongs for detection - Audible sound when moisture increases - Has settings for wood and brick - large display - Has a "hold" function so that you can lock the display to get a reading CONS - LCD display means you can't read the figures at certain angles - Doesn't come with battery included Overall I would recommend this moisture detector. *** Please could you click yes if my review has helped you in any way *** Review: Genuinely Competent Instrument - As a budding property developer I wanted a moisture detector to be able to identify areas of damp. So far it's proved to be very able and has accurately identified damp areas in several properties even when no visible signs of damp were present. It's easy to use, the soft grips at the side help when inserting the probes into stubborn or hard plaster, and it seems to give consistant readings. I like the lock reading button and the audible output. The display is sometimes hard to read but the lock button overcomes it. The only niggle I have is that the audible tone on/off is on the same button as the lock hold & in true germanic fashion you have to be quite precise about the time you hold the button or you tend to get the wrong option. Not always easy when measuring hard to reach areas. It looks the part though & seems to be reasonably robust. I'd give it 4.5 if I could & if I dropped it off a high building, I'd buy the same again as a replacement. ## Features - Moisture Tester to determine the moisture of wood, walls or other materials, such as, e.g. concrete, crick, screed, plasterboard, wallpaper - Moisture Sensor with a measuring range of 5 -50% for wood, 1.5 - 33% for building material - Moisture Detector with practical hold function allows measuring even in hard to reach places - With automatic switch-off approx. 3 minutes after last use - Scope of delivery: 1x Moisture Detector MD with LCD Display in anthracite/yellow - in best brennenstuhl quality ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B003CSNV2Q | | Battery Description | 9V | | Battery description | 9V | | Best Sellers Rank | 11,522 in Garden ( See Top 100 in Garden ) 81 in Scanners & Testers 937 in Power Tool Accessories 1,171 in Lawn & Garden Watering Equipment | | Brand | Brennenstuhl | | Colour | grey | | Country Of Origin | China | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 26,915 Reviews | | EU Spare Part Availability Duration | 2 Years | | Global Trade Identification Number | 04007123249893 | | Included Components | 1 x 1298680 | | Item Dimensions W x H | 6.5W x 2.5H centimetres | | Item Type Name | 1298680 | | Item Weight | 0.16 Kilograms | | Item weight | 0.16 Kilograms | | Manufacturer | Brennenstuhl | | Manufacturer Part Number | 1298680 | | Model Number | 1298680 | | Mounting Type | Wall Mount | | Mounting type | Wall Mount | | Operating Humidity | 1 % - 40 % | | Product dimensions | 6.5W x 2.5H centimetres | | Temperature Accuracy | 0.1 | | Temperature Reading Accuracy | plus_minus_0_point_1_degrees_celsius | | UPC | 772040470715 | | Unit Count | 1.0 count | | Upper Temperature Rating | 50 Degrees Celsius | | Voltage | 9 Volts | ## Product Details - **Battery description:** 9V - **Brand:** Brennenstuhl - **Colour:** grey - **Item weight:** 0.16 Kilograms - **Product dimensions:** 6.5W x 2.5H centimetres ## Images ![Brennenstuhl Moisture Detector MD (Moisture Meter/Moisture Meter for Wood or Building Materials, with LCD Display) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61lCZir1AAL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Is the Brennenstuhl 1298680 MD *really* as big as the quoted size: 26.5 x 14 x 4 cm? If not, could someone provide the correct product dinemsions?** A: No it is not. The total size of the packaging is LxWxD (mm) 270x145x40, the size of the meter itself is LxWxD (mm) 150x65x25. I hope this helps. **Q: Can this be used for bread dough? I’ll accept some ridicule.** A: No ridicule. I'm full of admiration for your interesting take on this. You know when you make a Christmas cake in September and then dose it regularly with a beverage of your choosing, administered by injection? I think I could see an application there around gauging dosage. How tipsy is this cake? How many mls of whatever shall we give it this week? Is it uniformly puddled or are we missing some bits? And how about whether we've watered the Monsterosa house plant or the spider plant too much or too little, although I gather spider plants are virtually impossible to kill - I've never managed it and I'm a serial killer of houseplants. I think you've given us all lovely food (bread) for thought. **Q: The Manual I received with it is in German. Do you have an English Version? Either paper or electronic would do.** A: An English version of the manual can be found on the Brennenstuhl.com website. Search for the moisture meter, scroll to the bottom of the page and click on downloads. The English version can be found on Page 6 of the instruction download **Q: Are batteries included?** A: no, batteries are not included, it takes one 9volt dc alkaline block battery ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A good moisture detector with accurate readings and audible sound *by I***K on 1 May 2018* I bought this as I've had repairs done around my chimney and needed a way of checking that the leak had been resolved. This arrived promptly and neatky pakcaged. The detector is typical of these types of devices with two strong prongs at the top that measure the mositure contnet. The device has two settings, one for wood and one for building substrates (brick, stone, etc). There is a simple guide on the back that explains what the readings mean. Additionally, a simple user guide is also included which gives a fairly good explanation on how to use the detector (along with what not to do!). I took several readings over the surface of the wall and intend to go back in a few days in the hope that the readings will be lower (thereby demonstarting that the leak has been fixed). The detector requires a 9v batterry which is not included in the package. Overall this is a decent moisture detector and has done the job that I needed it for. PROS - Quite compact and easy to grip - Two good strong prongs for detection - Audible sound when moisture increases - Has settings for wood and brick - large display - Has a "hold" function so that you can lock the display to get a reading CONS - LCD display means you can't read the figures at certain angles - Doesn't come with battery included Overall I would recommend this moisture detector. *** Please could you click yes if my review has helped you in any way *** ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Genuinely Competent Instrument *by G***Y on 20 March 2013* As a budding property developer I wanted a moisture detector to be able to identify areas of damp. So far it's proved to be very able and has accurately identified damp areas in several properties even when no visible signs of damp were present. It's easy to use, the soft grips at the side help when inserting the probes into stubborn or hard plaster, and it seems to give consistant readings. I like the lock reading button and the audible output. The display is sometimes hard to read but the lock button overcomes it. The only niggle I have is that the audible tone on/off is on the same button as the lock hold & in true germanic fashion you have to be quite precise about the time you hold the button or you tend to get the wrong option. Not always easy when measuring hard to reach areas. It looks the part though & seems to be reasonably robust. I'd give it 4.5 if I could & if I dropped it off a high building, I'd buy the same again as a replacement. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great little tool for the DIY-er *by J***W on 18 October 2021* This is a straightforward tool to use. As a keen DIY-er, I've found it ideal because it confirms whether my wall is damp or not. I don't need to rely on some possibly dodgy tradesman who wants to damp-proof my walls whether they need it or not. There is a lot of conflicting information on the internet about damp in walls, and how to measure it. In practice, it's easy to see if your wall is damp, or to feel for damp with the back of your hand. This little device just confirms what you've seen and felt. Don't get obsessed about the exact number on the readout. I've attached some photos showing the device in use on a damp patch of wall and a dry section. Takes a 9v oblong battery, which is not included. Good Points: Cheap to buy; Easy to read the digital screen; It tells you whether the wall is damp or not. I think that the reading is probably accurate if you stick it into your wall firmly enough, but you don't really need detailed accuracy. You just want to know is it damp? Yes or no? Not so good points: Doesn't come with a case. These days, a lot of the Chinese produced electrical items come with some sort of carry case so rightly or wrongly, I'm starting to expect one. I just keep mine in the cardboard box it came in.; The plastic feels a bit flimsy. It'll last for the DIY customer, but I think it would fall apart if it was in daily use by a builder. Conclusion: A great buy if you're just curious about the damp patch on your wall or a keen DIY-er. ## Frequently Bought Together - Brennenstuhl Moisture Detector MD (Moisture Meter/Moisture Meter for Wood or Building Materials, with LCD Display) - Duracell Plus 9V Batteries (2 Pack) - Alkaline - 100% Life Guaranteed - Reliability For Everyday Devices - 0% Plastic Packaging - 5-Year Storage - 6LR61 MN1604 - Strong Carrying Hard Case for Brennenstuhl 1298680 Moisture Detector MD by Aenllosi(only case) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sn/products/47913832-brennenstuhl-moisture-detector-md-moisture-meter-moisture-meter-for-wood](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/47913832-brennenstuhl-moisture-detector-md-moisture-meter-moisture-meter-for-wood) --- *Product available on Desertcart Senegal* *Store origin: SN* *Last updated: 2026-06-02*