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This class 2 Sound Level Meter (GA216B) is a feature packed instrument that is fully complient with IEC 61672-1:2002. This meter provides you with the ability to measure sound pressure (Lp) and peak (Cpeak) simultaneously, a requirement for multiple tasks including initial spot-check assessments to the Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005. The body is designed from tough, crack resistant ABS plastic, ensuring your new Sound Level Meter will survive the conditions for which it was intended. Coming with a high specification measurement microphone which has been calibrated before you receive it, you can be sure your readings are accurate from day one.
| Class | Class 2 |
|---|---|
| Weightings | A, C |
| Application | Noise at Work, Environmental Noise |
| Brand | Castle Group |
| Available Outside the UK? | Yes |
This class 2 Sound Level Meter (GA216B) is a feature packed instrument that is fully complient with IEC 61672-1:2002. This meter provides you with the ability to measure sound pressure (Lp) and peak (Cpeak) simultaneously, a requirement for multiple tasks including initial spot-check assessments to the Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005. The body is designed from tough, crack resistant ABS plastic, ensuring your new Sound Level Meter will survive the conditions for which it was intended. Coming with a high specification measurement microphone which has been calibrated before you receive it, you can be sure your readings are accurate from day one.
The Castle SONUS range of pocket sized sound level meters bring simplicity and power to the worlds of Noise at Work and Environmental sound monitoring. From a basic sound pressure meter to full data-logging, combined sound and dosemeter, the range of systems covers a wide diversity of applications The entry level of the Castle Pocket Range of Sound Level Meters is the SONUS B(GA116B & GA216B), a feature packed, pocket instrument that is fully compliant with IEC 61672-1:2013. This meter gives simultaneous sound pressure (Lp) and peak (Cpeak) measurement for a multitude of tasks including initial spot-check assessments to the Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005 It has a high-specification measurement microphone and is cased in tough, crack resistant ABS plastic.
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| Applicable Standards | IEC 61672-1:2002 (Integrating, Sound Exposure and Sound Level Meters) |
| Microphone and Preamplifier | Type 2 Pre-Polarised ½” (13.2 mm) Electret Free-Field, Electret Condenser Microphone: 20Hz – 8KHz ± 2dB –32 dB ± 3 dB re 1V/Pa Custom pre-amplifier design Typical actuator to free-field correction factor (based on 500Hz=0) is shown below |
| Display | Back-lit LCD panel (8x1 Characters) Alpha-Numeric display for measured results |
| Level Range | Measuring Range: 35-140 Linear operating range (IEC61672-1): 65dB 3 Measurement Ranges (IEC61672-1): 35-100 55-120 - Reference Range 75-140 |
| Noise Floor | Typical ’A’ Weighting <32 dB(A) rms. ‘C’ Weighting <38 dB(C) rms. |
| Frequency Weighting | ‘A’ and ’C’ to IEC 61672-1:2002 and IEC 60651:1979+A1+A2 |
| Frequency Range | 20 Hz - 8 kHz (including microphone) 1 Hz - 20 kHz (electrical characteristics) |
| Time Weighting | Slow and Fast |
| Instrument Response | Simultaneous rms. and Peak |
| Measurement Parameters | Lp (Sound Pressure Level), Lmax (maximum Level), Cpeak (Max. Peak Level) Other Displays: Elapsed time, Overload, Battery Life |
| Calibration | Software controlled 91.0 to 120.0 dB (1kHz) in 0.1 dB steps |
| Processing | A to D Converter: 12-bit Controller: 8MHz, micro-controller |
| Power Requirements | Batteries: 1 x 6LR61 (size PP3), Life: >12 hours (alkaline batteries, continuous operation). |
| Dimensions | 60mm (width) x 35mm (depth excluding pocket clip) x 135mm (height without microphone) or 210mm (height with microphone) |
| Weight | 220gms (including battery) |
| Manuals | Multi-language manuals*: French, German, Spanish and Italian. |
