I was very concerned about our conversation regarding moi...
I was very concerned about our conversation regarding moisture meters not measuring water directly so I did a little research. Here’s what I found.
A moisture meter doesn't measure water directly; instead, it measures the soil's electrical conductivity. Because water conducts electricity, the assumption is that higher conductivity equals more moisture.
A common moisture meter measures electrical conductivity, not actual water content, and is affected by soil type, compaction, salts, and corrosion, leading to inaccurate readings. It creates a weak electrical current between its metal probes, and the presence of water increases the current's ability to flow, which deflects the meter's needle. The meter does not measure water itself but the effects of moisture on the soil's electrical properties.
A moisture meter doesn't measure water directly; instead, it measures the soil's electrical conductivity. Because water conducts electricity, the assumption is that higher conductivity equals more moisture.
A common moisture meter measures electrical conductivity, not actual water content, and is affected by soil type, compaction, salts, and corrosion, leading to inaccurate readings. It creates a weak electrical current between its metal probes, and the presence of water increases the current's ability to flow, which deflects the meter's needle. The meter does not measure water itself but the effects of moisture on the soil's electrical properties.
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@ILoveMyPlants I have this inexpensive one and another that was more expensive-you are correct, they both work the same.
@LavishViszsla55 you are welcome! My hubby is into electronics and told me that without soil it has nothing to measure.
