Spectrum analyzer / Outdoor sound intensity meter class I / Measurement range 22dB-136 dB(A), 3 Hz-20kHz / Weighting filters A, B, C, Z / Fast, Slow, Impulse / 1/1 octave 20Hz…8kHz (upgradeable to 1/3 octave 20Hz…12.5kHz) / LCD 160x160pix / ½ inch class 1 microphone with TNC connection / USB and RS-232 ports / 4GB MicroSD / 1 sec recorder for 24h

The PCE-430-EKIT class I sound level meter meets all the requirements of the standards and guidelines (IEC 60651:1979, IEC 60804:2000, IEC 61672-1:2013, ANSI S1.4-1983 and ANSI S1.43-1997). The large illuminated display of the meter shows the sound pressure level (SPL) numerically and graphically in real time. At the same time, as a spectrum analyzer, the screen also displays the sound frequency, which is possible thanks to the 1/1 octave band function that detects even the slightest frequency difference.

It can also operate as a recorder for up to 24h, storing data on a micro SD card. The meter can also be connected to a computer via the USB port and comes with software for further data processing. The Impulse function of the PCE-430 allows the measurement of a very short-duration sound event. Finally, the built-in octave band filter function also makes it a sound dosimeter, providing the sound intensity as a function of frequency. A typical application of the PCE-430 sound dosimeter is measuring noise in workplaces during an 8-hour shift for regulatory compliance.

The special feature of the PCE-430-EKIT traffic noise meter is the outdoor accessories. Thus, the measuring device is delivered in such a way that it can be installed and operated permanently or temporarily outdoors, i.e., directly on high-traffic roads. The road noise measurement kit consists of a waterproof plastic case, a windscreen for the class 1 measurement microphone, batteries, and a charger for the batteries. Therefore, the sound level meter can easily measure and record traffic noise for several days on a road.

PCE-4xx-EKIT

An additional kit for measuring external sound PCE-4xx-EKIT can be combined with the sound level meters PCE-428, 430, or PCE-432. This kit makes it possible to measure external noise with a sound level meter for a long period. The environmental noise monitoring system consists of a waterproof Peli transport case with rollers. A charger and two additional lead gel batteries have been placed in this case, which allow the sound level meter to operate for up to 10 days. During the measurement of external sound, the case can remain closed. Due to the external connections for the microphone and the power supply, all electronic components are protected from water.

The screen insulation provides protection from wind and rain, and the microphone windscreen isolates the measurement from the effect of the wind. The charger of the PCE-4xx-EKIT kit is waterproof and can remain outdoors. Also, a tripod is available with which the microphone can be placed outdoors. 

The PCE -4xx–EKIT can be used to measure noise in critical areas such as road surfaces in residential areas, airports, depots, as well as for measuring acoustic events. 

- 1/1 octave band function (optional 1/3 octave)

- Class 1 accuracy

- Frequency weighting A, B, C & Z

- Fast, slow, pulse measurement and peak measurement

- Statistical function

- Real-time graph display

- 3 adjustable measurement profiles

- Low influence of existing noise

- ICCP microphone 40 mV / PA

- Adjustable level alarm