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Fast, precise and reliable moisture analyzers

Fast, precise and reliable moisture analyzers METTLER TOLEDO is the expert in moisture analysis and offers a wide range of reliable moisture balan...

Fast, precise and reliable moisture analyzers

METTLER TOLEDO is the expert in moisture analysis and offers a wide range of reliable moisture balances to suit the needs of quality control, production and in-process control.

As a leading manufacturer of high-quality moisture analyzers and tools for infrared moisture meter performance verification such as SmartCal, we can offer a full moisture solution to ensure optimal moisture determination. We also have plenty of application knowledge and a world-class service organization.

What is a moisture analyzer and how does a moisture analyzer work?

A moisture analyzer is often also called a moisture balance or moisture meter. It consists of a weighing unit and a heating unit (infrared technology) and is used to determine the moisture content of a sample with the loss on drying principle. Today many customers use a moisture analyzer because they want to analyze moisture content using the fast and easy loss on drying method. Infrared moisture analyzers are versatile instruments that can be used in many industries, for example as moisture analyzers for food, plastics or wood. Food moisture meters are of particular importance as the moisture content influences the quality and shelf life of a product.

To find out which is the best moisture analyzer for a specific application, different aspects have to be considered. Check out our moisture analyzer FAQ.


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Moisture Analyzers and METTLER TOLEDO:
A Long History of Success

We are experts in moisture analysis and offer a wide range of reliable and easy to use moisture analyzers suiting the needs of quality control, production and in-process control of many industries, such as pharma, plastics and food industry. Our moisture balances are characterized by:

  • Reliable results thanks to precise temperature control with halogen heating technology and outstanding weighing technology
  • Intuitive operation with step-by-step user guidance to avoid errors in routine operation
  • Consistent measurement performance for many years due to robust construction, built-in performance tests and a comprehensive service offering

Optimize your moisture analysis with the help of our moisture expertise. Profit from our tested moisture methods, wealth of know-how and widespread support.

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Advanced Moisture Analyzer
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Entry Level Moisture Analyzer
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SmartCal test substance

High-Performance Moisture Analyzers

Solid, All-Purpose Moisture Analyzers

Basic Moisture Analyzers

SmartCal Test Substance

Fulfils highest measurement performance and compliance needs. Accurate and repeatable results for any sample type.
Compact and robust design that works for both laboratory and production. User-guided touchscreen operation. Suitable for a variety of samples.
Ideal for anyone working on a tight budget, but still requires reliable moisture results.
SmartCal™ test substance ensures trusted moisture results by verifying the performance of your moisture analyzer.
High Measurement Performance
Fast halogen heating and superior weighing performance with 0.001% MC readability. Suitable for low moisture contents.
Fit for Regulatory Demands
User management, method assignment and control limits. Performance testing at point of use.
Versatile Data Transfer and Data Management
Printing and/or transfer of PDF and CSV reports to network servers through various interfaces.
User-friendly Operation
Graphical user guidance and method shortcuts for simple and error-free routine operation.
Robust and Compact Design
Long instrument lifetime and reliable results in the lab and on the production floor.
Convenient Reporting
ID Management with barcode reader, result storage in device. Transfer reports to USB flash drive.
Basic Functionality
Reliable moisture analysis for low requirements with regards to method flexibility and reporting.
Simple 3-Step Operation
Tare sample pan, place the sample, close the lid and start.
Brilliant Display
LCD display with large numbers for easy to read results in all light conditions.
Quick and Easy Performance Test
As simple as a regular moisture measurement - takes only 10 minutes.
Documented Performance
Integrated control charts to monitor moisture analyzer performance over time.
Testing at Point of Use
Test your moisture analyzer over the complete temperature range.
Professional Moisture Analyzer
High-Performance Moisture Analyzers

Fulfils highest measurement performance and compliance needs. Accurate and repeatable results for any sample type.

Online Store
Advanced Moisture Analyzer
Solid, All-Purpose Moisture Analyzers

Compact and robust design that works for both laboratory and production. User-guided touchscreen operation. Suitable for a variety of samples.

Online Store
Entry Level Moisture Analyzer
Basic Moisture Analyzers

Ideal for anyone working on a tight budget, but still requires reliable moisture results.

Online Store
SmartCal test substance
SmartCal Test Substance

SmartCal™ test substance ensures trusted moisture results by verifying the performance of your moisture analyzer.

Moisture Analyzer Free Trial

Test If Our Moisture Analyzers Work For You

Try our preconfigured moisture analyzers with support from our experts. Our moisture analyzers are an ideal solution when it comes to moisture testing. Let us prove it to you and test our moisture analyzer for free.

Select the right moisture analyzer

Selecting The Best Moisture Analyzer For Your Needs

Our guide leads you through the important criteria to consider when purchasing a moisture analyzer. From interpreting technical specifications to understanding the functionality and performance of a moisture analyzer from a holistic point of view.

Moisture Analyzer Accessories

Accessories, Consumables and Software for Moisture Analyzers

A complete range of accessories, consumables and software for accurate, repeatable moisture content determination and efficient data management.

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We support and service your measurement equipment through its entire life-cycle, from installation to preventive maintenance and calibration to equipment repair.

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Guide to Moisture Analysis

Brochure : Guide to Moisture Analysis

Moisture affects the processibility, shelf life, usability and quality of many products such as pharmaceutical substances, plastics and foods. Information about and monitoring of moisture content is therefore very important. Most substances have an optimum moisture content for obtaining the best possible processing results and therefore attaining maximum quality. Furthermore, moisture content impacts on price and there are statutory rules for some products governing the maximum permissible moisture content (e.g. as defined by national food regulations).

White Paper: Drying Oven vs. Halogen Moisture Analyzer

A Practical Guide to Compare Methods

Moisture content is a key quality parameter in most industries, including food, chemical, and pharmaceutical industries. Moisture content determines the quality and the cost of raw materials; it affects product quality (e.g. shelf life) and often influences the financial margin of finished goods. Moisture is also a key parameter for process control in many production processes. For these reasons, monitoring of moisture content is very important. These moisture determinations need to be carried out rapidly and reliably so that any interventions in the production process can be made promptly, to avoid costly interruptions.

Method Collections

Our collections of moisture analyzer drying methods provide you with recommended settings for many of the most common sample types according to market segment.

Application Notes

Learn more about specific applications in which moisture analysis plays a key role. Background information on the topic is included and we explain how to use your moisture analyzer to best effect to overcome the typical challenges encountered.

User Guide: Smart Test Substance for Trusted Moisture Results

SmartCal is a unique, temperature sensitive test substance with known moisture content. Performed just like a regular moisture measurement it is used to quickly and easily verify the instrument’s overall functionality to ensure reliable moisture results at all times. The SmartCal User Guide explains in detail on how to use the SmartCal test substance for regularly testing the performance of a moisture analyzer.

Moisture FAQ

What is a moisture analyzer and how does it work?

 

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  1. What is a moisture analyzer?
  2. How does a moisture analyzer work?
  3. What is the best moisture analyzer for my application?
  4. What is the heating system of a moisture analyzer?
  5. What are the advantages of halogen heating?
  6. What is the best moisture analyzer for laboratory or production workers?
  7. Which moisture analyzer is recommended for best repeatability?
  8. How does the moisture analyzer support me in being compliant to regulations such as USP, FDA, ASTM or 21 CFR Part 11?

     


 

1. What is a moisture analyzer?

 

A moisture analyzer determines the moisture content of a sample with the loss on drying method and consists of a weighing and heating unit (infrared). It is often also called moisture balance or moisture meter.

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2. How does a moisture analyzer work?

The Moisture Analyzer works according to the thermo-gravimetric principle, also often referred to as the 'Loss on Drying' (LOD) principle. The moisture analyzer consists of two components, a balance unit and a heating unit. In order to measure the moisture content the sample's start weight is recorded, afterwards a halogen lamp or other infrared radiator heats and dries the sample while the integrated balance continually records the sample weight. When the sample no longer loses weight the instrument shuts off and the moisture content is calculated. The total loss in weight is used to calculate the moisture content.

 


 

3. What is the best moisture analyzer for my application?

How to choose moisture analyzer

Finding the right moisture analyzer for your application is not always easy. The best moisture analyzer is the one that fits to your specific requirements. Typically, requirements not only concern measurement performance but also other factors such as ease-of-use, data management capabilities, robustness (long instrument lifetime) and compliance features. METTLER TOLEDO offers a wide range of reliable instruments that cover basic, all-round and high-performance requirements.

 


 

4. What is the heating system of a moisture analyzer?

 

The heating source (halogen lamp, metal rod, ceramic, quartz lamp) and its regulation are defined as a heating system. All mentioned heating sources are infrared radiators. This means the sample is heated by absorption of infrared radiation.

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5. What are the advantages of halogen heating?

The most important performance factor is precise and fast temperature regulation, which is best delivered by halogen lamps because of their low mass and therefore fast reaction time. This ensures repeatable results starting from the first measurement (while some other heating sources either deliver different results in the first measurement or require a warm up measurement which is wasting time and resources). Furthermore, an even heat distribution on the sample surface is essential for repeatable and reliable results. We advise to ask the manufacturer for a demonstration and experience the performance in real-life.

 


 

6. What is the best moisture analyzer for laboratory or production workers?

Typically, laboratory and production workers require an instrument which is intuitive to use and guides operators through the process. This ensures that users are following the right procedures thus preventing handling errors. Graphical user guidance, method shortcuts, user management and many languages are helpful instrument functionalities.

Watch the video to learn more about Simple Operation:

 


 

7. Which moisture analyzer is recommended for best repeatability?

The HX204 moisture analyzer is recommended. A high-performance weighing cell with 0.001% moisture content readability separated from the heating source ensures best moisture results even when measuring very low moisture contents.

 


 

8. How does the moisture analyzer support me in being compliant to regulations such as USP, FDA, ASTM or 21 CFR Part 11?

Basically, two topics are important with regards to compliance: data management and performance testing. Ensuring data integrity means that every result record needs to be attributable (who has done the measurement), legible (traceable, readable), contemporaneous (recorded at time of generation), original and accurate (correct, complete). Please keep in mind that an instrument is never compliant by itself but it can support the user in being compliant. The HX204 is the moisture analyzer for industries with the highest demands in compliance. It supports the user with safety and data integrity functions such as user management (prevention of changes & unique user log-ons), tailor-made reporting (including non-modifiable PDF reports) and with integrated performance testing of all relevant measuring systems (heating unit, balance, overall instrument test) at point of use.

 


 


 

Moisture Applications

Why is moisture important?

Moisture affects the processability, shelf life, usability and quality of many products such as pharmaceutical substances, plastics and foods. Information about and monitoring of moisture content is therefore very important. Most substances have an optimum moisture content for obtaining the best possible processing results and therefore attaining maximum quality. Furthermore, moisture content impacts on price and there are statutory rules for some products governing the maximum permissible moisture content (e.g. as defined by national food regulations).

METTLER TOLEDO offers thermogravimetric and chemical techniques to determine the moisture or water content in a sample

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How to Use the Search Function

To find your application use the filters for 'Sample', 'Industry' or use full text search. Any combination of filter and full text search is possible. Note that the full text search yields only matches that include the exact word sequence of your query.

 

Applications Library

Find Your Application

The moisture application specialists of METTLER TOLEDO have developed more than 100 methods for various samples to use on METTLER TOLEDO halogen moisture analyzer. These proven and well-tested methods will help you to get repeatable and quick results with our moisture analyzers. The 'Application Search' allows you search through the database and find the application that best suits your needs. For each method we provide a PDF Datasheet and an xml method file to import the respective method parameters into your instrument (HX204, HS153 and HC103 only).

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