InstroTek MC3 Elite – the cutting edge of simplicity
InstroTek MC3 Elite™ is an advanced, yet easy to operate moisture density gauge designed for all operators ranging from new technicians to those with advanced density testing experience.
The MC3 Elite is the result of over 40 years of testing experience, and is constructed to withstand rugged, construction testing environments.
It features a simple operator interface, NEW large backlit LCD display, illuminated keypad, precision machined base and is designed with reliable, surface-mount electronics.
All InstroTek / CPN gauges are backed by unmatched reliability, technical support and low maintenance costs.
The MC3 Elite is loaded with simple, user friendly functions. Density, moisture and other required field parameters are automatically calculated and displayed and can be stored under specific user-designed projects. The data can be easily downloaded to a computer, printer or written to a USB flash drive.
The gauge is equipped with a reliable, non-contact magnetic depth indicator and state-of-the-art moisture resistant electronics. The battery pack is designed to provide weeks of operation and is integrated with a 9V battery for backup. The mechanical design includes a machined, aluminum base and a rugged, polycarbonate topshell designed to withstand the demands of the toughest construction and testing environments.
An advanced gauge with improved functions:
- NEW! Backlit 4 x 20 LCD display with 9mm characters for maximum visibility
- User friendly software
- Precision machined base and components
- High reliability, updated and improved electronic design
- Illuminated keypad
- USB flash drive storage for cablefree data download
- Superior, durable polycarbonate topshell design
- Industry’s BEST warranty
Specifications
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SPECIFICATIONS
Standards
Density Measurement Range
Moisture Measurement Range
Density Source
Moisture Source
Density Source Activity
Moisture Source Activity
PRECISION
BS one-minute test
Transmission one-minute test
Moisture one-minute test
CHEMICAL COMPOSITION ERROR
Backscatter
Transmission
SURFACE ROUGHNESS ERROR (0.05 in. 100% void)
Backscatter
Transmission
OPERATING TEMPERATURE
Ambient
Surface
Power Source
Battery Life
Display
Memory Storage
Gauge Size
Weight
Shipping Weight
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ASTM D6938, D2950, D7013, D7759, C1040 and AASHTO T310
70 to 170 pcf
(1.120 to 2.73 gcc)0 to 40 pcf (0 to 0.64 gcc)
Cesium 137
Americium 241: Beryllium
Maximum (10 mCi) 370 Mbq
Maximum (50 mCi) 1.85 GBq
±0.50 pcf (0.008 gcc)(at 125 pcf)
±0.25 pcf (0.004 gcc)(at 125 pcf)
±0.25 pcf (0.004 gcc)(at 10 pcf)
±1.00 pcf (0.016 gcc)
±0.75 pcf (0.012 gcc)
– 4.00 pcf (0.064 gcc)
– 0.50 pcf (0.008 gcc)
– 14° to 167°F (-10° to 75°C)
Up to 350°F (175°C)
6-Cell AA NiMH battery pack with a single 9V alkaline for backup
500-1000 recharge/discharge cycles
Large 4 line X 20 character LCD display with 9mm tall characters
10 Projects with 40 readings each
26.7″ H X 14.1″ W X 9.8″ D
(67.8 x 35.8 x 24.8 cm)28.5 lbs (13 kg)
90 lbs (40.82 kg)