Environmental Measuring Instruments for Climate, Light, Noise & Humidity – Hygrometers, Sound Level & Light Meters

In the “Environmental Measuring Instruments” category you will find humidity meters and hygrometers, material moisture meters, light meters (lux meters), sound level meters and vibration meters, timers, distance meters and weather stations. In addition, we offer multifunctional 4-in-1 or 5-in-1 environmental meters that combine, for example, light, sound level, temperature and humidity in one handheld device.

Environmental meters are used in building services and facility management, occupational health and safety, industry, storage and logistics, agriculture, environmental protection and in schools, offices and public buildings. Typical tasks include checking indoor climate (temperature/humidity), illumination levels, noise and vibration exposure, outdoor climate conditions or moisture in building materials.

Multifunction environmental meters (e.g. 4-in-1 or 5-in-1 devices) combine several sensors in one handheld instrument – for example for light, sound, temperature and humidity. They are ideal for quick screening and comparative measurements. Dedicated instruments such as stand-alone light meters, sound level meters or moisture meters usually offer higher accuracy, wider ranges or additional features and are better suited when a single parameter must be measured particularly precisely or according to a specific standard.

Key aspects are:

• Parameter(s): e.g. humidity, material moisture, light, noise, temperature, distance or weather data

• Measuring range and accuracy suitable for your application

• Operating environment: indoor, outdoor, industrial, agricultural, etc.

• Ruggedness and protection rating (dust, splash water, outdoor use)

• Ease of use and display, including Min/Max, hold or alarm functions

• whether you prefer a compact all-in-one device or dedicated instruments.

If you briefly describe your measuring task and environment, we will recommend suitable models.

Yes, many environmental instruments – especially for climate, humidity or noise – offer data logging functions and/or PC interfaces. This allows you to record measurement series automatically, analyse them and store them for documentation. If needed, you can also use dedicated data logger categories, e.g. for temperature and humidity or CO₂.

Some instruments – especially sound level meters, light meters and climate/humidity meters – can in principle be used for workplace assessments. Whether a specific model is suitable for particular standards or guidelines (e.g. lighting, noise, indoor climate) depends on its accuracy, classification and the requirements of the respective regulation. Always check the data sheet and the regulations applicable in your country.

For reliable and traceable readings, regular verification or calibration is recommended, especially when instruments are used professionally in companies, laboratories or service work. The appropriate interval depends on the parameter, frequency of use and your internal quality requirements. In many cases factory calibration or certificates are available as an option – see the product details or contact us for more information.

Yes, of course. If you tell us which environmental parameters (e.g. climate, humidity, light, noise, weather) you want to measure, in which environment you will be operating and whether you need simple screening measurements or fully documented measurements, we will recommend suitable instruments or complete sets. You can contact us by phone or e-mail via the contact details shown in the shop.