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SADPmini2

A powerful portable dewpoint hygrometer ideal for precise trace moisture measurement in industrial gases and compressed air.

Our SADPmini2 advanced portable hygrometer is designed for ease of use and reliability in demanding environments, with a rechargeable lithium-ion battery giving over 150 hours of continuous operation on a single charge. The full-colour LCD shows multiple engineering units simultaneously, along with real-time graphing and screenshot features.

Market leading dewpoint sensing technology combined with a unique desiccant head assembly ensures unparalleled speed of response. As a result, the SADPmini2 offers exceptional sensitivity — accurate to ±2 °C (±3.6 °F) dewpoint — and fast, consistent operation with minimum air/gas usage.

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A feature-packed portable dewpoint hygrometer

Key features

  • Robust, lightweight and portable, for efficient and rapid spot checks of trace moisture without operational downtime
  • Ultra high-capacitance aluminium oxide sensor coupled with a unique desiccant head assembly for rapid and accurate moisture measurements
  • AutoCal span correction function to ensure optimum accuracy between laboratory calibrations
  • Select from °C or °F dewpoint, and absolute values in ppm(V), ppm(w), mg/m³ or lb/MMSCF
  • Easy to use, view and set user preferences and languages. Supports English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Chinese, Japanese and Korean
  • Designed for use in the toughest environments

Technical Data

General
Sensor/Transmitter TypeSensor
User InterfaceIn ten languages: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Chinese, Japanese & Korean
Accessories2m PTFE sampling hose, pipe fittings, battery charger and cable, carrying strap, pressure dewpoint calculator
DocumentationInstruction manual, calibration certificate
Sensor
Sensing ElementUltra-high capacitance aluminium oxide
Dewpoint RangeOverall range offered between -110 °C to +20 °C (-166 °F to +68 °F) dewpoint.
-110 °C to -20 °C (-166 °F to -4 °F) dewpoint
-100 °C to 0 °C (-148 °F to +32 °F) dewpoint
-80 °C to +20 °C (-112 °F to +68 °F) dewpoint
ApprovalsCE, UKCA, NPL traceable
Automatic CalibrationSpan check and correction performed by following simple on-screen instructions.
Accuracy± 2 °C (±3.6 °F) dewpoint
Factory CalibrationSupplied with a calibration certificate traceable to National and International Humidity standards.
Pressure CorrectionIntegral calculator to display pressure dewpoints. Gauge pressure can be entered in kPa, kg/cm², bar or psi
Temperature CoefficientTemperature compensated for operating range
Response TimesDry to wet: -100 °C to -20 °C (-148 °F to -4 °F)
- Instantaneous; in less than 5 seconds
Wet to dry: 0 °C to -60 °C (14 °F to -76 °F)
- less than 120 seconds
RepeatabilitySensor - Better than ±0.3 °C dewpoint
Sample Flow RateFlow independent, ideally 5 - 15 L/min. Max 20 L/min
Calibration Warranty12 months from date of dispatch
Electrical
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)Complies with BS EN IEC 61326-1
DisplayFull colour LCD graphical display with backlight, 240 x 320 resolution.
Power SupplyRechargeable Li-ion battery (3.65 V nominal).
Battery LifeExcess of 150 hours
Charging TimeApproximately 14 hours
ChargingUniversal mains charger via USB port
Resolution0.1 °C, 0.1 °F dewpoint or 0.1 ppm(V)
RepeatabilityBetter than ±0.2 °C dewpoint
Engineering Units°C, °F, ppm(V), ppm(w), g/m³, lb/MMSCF
Warm Up Time2 seconds
Display Dimensions3.5 inch
Mechanical
Dimensions in mm (H x W x D)215 x 108 x 124
Weight1.4 kg
Operating PressureAtmospheric pressure - Maximum 0.3 bar/4psi
Operating Humidity (External)Maximum 95% Non-Condensing
Operating Temperature-20°C to +50°C (-4°F to +122°F)
Storage Temperature-20 °C to +50 °C Maximum 95% Non-Condensing
Sensor Protection316 sintered stainless steel filter - 50 micron
Weatherproof ClassificationIP66 / NEMA 4X
FittingsFir tree fitting, 0.25” (¼”), 6 mm, 0.125” (⅛”) - SS compression fitting
Mechanical Warranty12 months in case of defective parts or faulty workmanship.
Data
Data DisplayGraphical and numerical

Downloads

SADPmini2-SN User Manual (PDF)
SADPmini2 & Ex Quick Start Guide Issue 3 (PDF)
SADPmini2 Datasheet (PDF)

What's in the box

Alpha | SADPmini2-L
SADPmini2 Model Hygrometer
Charger & USB Cable with choice of UK, EU, US or AUS type plug
Alpha | General Cal Cert
Calibration Certificate
User Manual
Fittings – Choose from Fir Tree, 1/4″, 6mm or 1/8″ compression
Lanyard
PTFE Sample Tube – 2m
Dewpoint Calculator

Applications

AerospacePortable dewpoint meters are crucial in the production of aeronautical parts requiring vacuum furnace heat treatment with very dry argon, and for verifying the dryness of welding shield gas at the torch head according to NADCAP standards.
Breathing AirIn diving, firefighting, and defence applications, portable dewpoint meters are used to test high-pressure cylinder breathing apparatus to prevent equipment freeze caused by excess moisture, which could have fatal consequences.
Food PackagingPortable dewpoint meters are employed to conduct rapid spot checks of trace moisture levels, helping extend the shelf life of foods by reducing waste and carbon footprint through the use of dry gas in packaging.
HDPE ProductionUtilised for spot-checking moisture in flammable gases like ethylene feedstock, portable dewpoint meters ensure safety and efficiency in the production of polyethylene to avoid decreased yields caused by excessive moisture.
Injection MouldingPortable dewpoint meters are used to verify the dryness of air circulating through plastic pellets, improving surface finish, colour, and opacity of products — increasing yields and reducing production costs.
Medical GasesEssential for ensuring the reliability and accuracy of moisture content in hospital air systems, portable dewpoint meters help conduct continuous monitoring and quarterly spot checks to prevent microbial growth and potential infection — meeting NHS HTM02 standards.
Natural Gas and LNGPortable dewpoint meters are vital for preventing freezing issues in pipelines and valves, and preserving gas calorific value by accurately measuring moisture during transit from extraction to storage.
Natural Gas TransferBy identifying moisture ingress in gas distribution networks, portable dewpoint meters ensure the reliability of domestic gas appliances by facilitating rapid problem identification and resolution.
PharmaceuticalsPortable dewpoint meters are crucial for spot checks on inert blanketing gases in medication and medical device production, preventing microbial growth and ensuring the dryness necessary for freeze-drying processes.
Power GenerationFor routine spot checks on hydrogen used in alternator cooling, portable dewpoint meters help maintain efficiency and safety by ensuring moisture is below critical levels to avoid condensation.
SF6 Circuit BreakersPortable dewpoint meters help avoid excess moisture — a potential cause of arcing which decomposes SF6 into corrosive products, taking the switch out of service and interrupting the power to the distribution network. 
Speciality GasesPortable dewpoint meters facilitate accurate moisture measurements in calibration gases, minimising the valuable product expended during the test process and ensuring compliance with specifications.

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