3440 Road Reader Moisture Density Gauge

3440 Road Reader Moisture Density Gauge

The Model 3440 is for users who want user-friendly features. Along with the standard features provided in the Model 3430, the Model 3440 provides additional features including:

  • Automatic depth function
  • USB port for data transfer
  • Data storage (1000 readings)
  • Alkaline battery backup

Optional features offered for the Model 3440 include:

  • GPS location
  • Remote start keypad near the handle
  • Backlit keypad
  • External beeper
  • Software, keypad, and manual in Spanish and French
SKU: 3440

Measurement Specifications

Direct Transmission (150 mm)
.25 min 1 min 4 min
  Precision kg/m3 (pcf)   ±6.8  (±0.42)   ±3.4 (±0.21)   ±1.7 (±0.11)
  Composition error (kg/m3)         (pcf)   ±20.0  (±1.25)   ±20.0  (±1.25)   ±20.0  (±1.25)
  Surface error (kg/m3)
(100% Void)
  –17.0  (-1.25)   –17.0  (-1.25)   –17.0  (-1.25)
Backscatter (98%, 100 mm)
  Precision (kg/m3)                     (pcf)   ±16.0  (±1.0)   ±8.00   (±0.50)   ±4.00  (±0.25)
  Composition error (kg/m3)     (pcf)   ±40.0   (±2.50)   ±40.0   (±2.50)   ±40.0  (±2.50)
  Surface error (kg/m3)
(100% Void)  (pcf)
  -75.0   (-4.68)   -75.0   (-4.68)   -75.0  (-4.68)
  Surface error (kg/m3)
(100% Void)  (pcf)
  -75.0   (-4.68)   -75.0   (-4.68)   -75.0  (-4.68)
Moisture at 240 kg/m3
  Precision (kg/m3)                   (pcf)   ±10.3  (±0.64)   ±5.1  (±0.32)   ±2.6   (±0.16)
  Surface error (kg/m3)
(1.25 mm, 100% void, kg/m3)       (pcf)
  -18.0   (-1.12)   -18.0    (-1.12)   -18.0  (-1.12)

Mechanical Specifications

  Gauge Size (including handles)   12” – 23.5”x9”x14.5”
(59cm x 22.9cm x 36cm)
8” – 19.5” height (49.5cm)
  Shipping Case Size   29.4” x 13.9” x 16.5”
(75cm x 35cm x 42cm)
  Shipping Weight   83lbs (37.6kg)
  Weight   31lbs (14.1kg)
  Operating Temperature   32º to 122º F  (0º to 50º C)
  Surface   350°F (175°C) for 15 minutes
  Storage Temperature   0º to 140º F  (-18º to +60º C)

Radiological Specifications

  Gamma Source   0.30 GBq (8mCi) ± 10% Cs-137
  Neutron Source   1.48 GBq (40mCi) ± 10% Am-241:Be
  Source Housing   Stainless steel, encapsulated
  Surface Dose Rate   (5cm) 19 mrem/hr maximum, neutron and gamma
  Shipping Case   DOT 7A, Type A, Yellow II label, TI=0.3

Electrical Specifications

  Main Power Source   5C NiMH (Rechargeable Pack)
  Backup Power Source   5 AA Alkaline Batteries – 3440
Optional – 3430
  Stored Power   4 Ampere hours
  Battery Recharge Time   3 hours maximum, auto cutoff
  Charge Source   110/220 VAC, 50 or 60 Hz or 12-14 VDC
  Current Consumption Average   35 mA
  Time Before Auto Shutdown   5 hours of inactivity
  Readout   4 x 20 Alphanumeric
  Keypad   30 key sealed membrane – 3440
10 key sealed membrane – 3430

Model 3430 Options:

  • Remote start keypad near the handle
  • External Beeper
  • Data Storage (100 readings)
  • USB port for data transfer
  • Alkaline battery backup feature
  • Spanish and French language options