REED Instruments
Reed R8050 Sound Level Meter
Model R8050
REED R8050 Sound Level Meter: high accuracy of ±1.4 dB meets Type 2 standards; range 30 to 130 dB. Dual range measurement (High and Low).
From $189.00list price
Pick your exact configuration in the ordering table below to add it to your cart.
Same-day response on quotes. ISO/IEC 17025 accredited calibration available.
Overview
The REED R8050 is a sound level meter from REED Instruments.
Features (REED datasheet)
- High accuracy of ±1.4 dB meets Type 2 standards.
- Dual range measurement (High and Low).
- A & C frequency weighting.
- Fast & Slow time weighting.
- Easy-to-read backlit LCD display.
- Data hold and Max hold functions.
- Tripod mount for long-term monitoring.
- Low battery indicator and auto shut off.
- Includes microphone windshield ball, battery and carrying case.
Key specifications (REED datasheet)
Published specifications include Measuring Ranges: 30 to 130 dB; Resolution: 0.1 dB; Frequency Range: 31.5 Hz to 8 kHz.
Specifications
| Ranges | |
| Measuring Ranges | 30 to 130 dB |
| Resolution | 0.1 dB |
| Response Time | 500mS |
| Frequency Range | 31.5 Hz to 8 kHz |
| Frequency Weighting | A, C |
| Power | |
| Power Supply | 9V Battery |
| Battery Life | Approx 50 hours |
| Environmental | |
| Operating Temperature | 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C) |
| Storage Temperature | 14 to 140°F (-10 to 60°C) |
| Operating Humidity | 10 to 90% |
| General | |
| Low | 30 to 100 dB |
| High | 60 to 130 dB Dynamic Range: Accuracy: 70 dB (in each range) ±1.4 dB |
| Time Weighting | Fast/Slow (125ms and 1s) |
| Microphone | 0.5" (12.7mm) electret condenser |
| Display | 4-digit LCD |
| Alarm Indicators | Over (visual on-screen) |
| Auto Shut Off | Yes (after 15 mins) |
| Product Certifications | CE, IEC 61672-1 Class 2 |
| Dimensions | 8.3 x 2.2 x 1.3" (210 x 55 x 32mm) |
| Weight | 8.1oz (230g) |
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Ordering information
3 ordering models available.
| Model | Description | List Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| R8050-KIT | SOUND LEVEL METER & CALIBRATOR KIT | $495.00 | |
| R8050-KIT-NIST | SOUND LEVEL METER & CALIBRATOR KIT W/NIST CERT | $900.00 | |
| R8050-NIST | SOUND LEVEL METER W/NIST CERT | $504.00 |
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