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Kle in Tools ET140 Pinless Moisture Meter

Pinless design does not leave pinholes in finished lumber -- correct for finish surfaces

✎ PickHonest Research Desk▦ Updated October 15, 2026◷ 3 min read

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Kle in Tools ET140 Pinless Moisture Meter
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Kle in Tools ET140 Pinless Moisture Meter

Klein Tools

Pinless design does not leave pinholes in finished lumber -- correct for finish surfaces

  • Pinless design
  • No holes in wood
  • For finish lumber
  • Backlit display

Pros

  • Pinless design does not leave pinholes in finished lumber -- correct for finish surfaces
  • Scan-mode operation covers large surface areas quickly
  • Backlit display for reading in low-light conditions
  • The correct meter for checking kiln-dried boards at the lumber yard without damaging the surface

Cons

  • Less accurate than pin-type meters in dense hardwoods
  • Reads surface moisture, not deep moisture -- p in meters read deeper
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