Geotech ETL Portable Water Level Meters
Features
- Highly accurate polyethylene coated steel well tape marked in engineering or metric increments
- Field serviceable 5/8" probe with stainless steel conductors for durability
- Adjustable sensitivity to prevent false triggering
- Free ground shipping
- Expedited repair and warranty service
- Lifetime technical support
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The Geotech ETL Water Level Meter is a portable instrument used to accurately measure water levels in monitoring wells. The well tape is mounted on a lightweight steel and aluminum storage reel with rugged aluminum frame. The polyethylene-coated engineer's tape is accurate to 1/100th of a foot.
The sensor consists of a stainless steel and FEP probe, and it relies on fluid conductivity to determine the presence of water. When the instrument contacts water, an audible signal and visible green light activate. The meter also features adjustable sensitivity, which is used to prevent false triggering.
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