FMX-004 Hand-Held Fieldmeter with Balance Plate

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$981.00

Simco-Ion’s Model FMX-004 is a compact, handheld electrostatic fieldmeter used for locating and measuring static charges. Its pocket size and four-button operation make it practical for day-to-day troubleshooting, static assessments, and process checks on products, equipment, and packaging.

The FMX-004 measures static voltages within ±30 kV (30,000 V) at a distance of 1 inch, displaying results both numerically and in a bar graph format. Push-button controls include POWER on/off, ZERO adjustments, MODE, and HOLD. The HOLD function retains the reading, which is useful when the display is difficult to see during measurement.

  • Measures static voltage within ±30 kV at 1 inch distance
  • Simultaneous numeric and bar graph display
  • Push-button operation: POWER, ZERO, MODE, HOLD
  • HOLD function retains the measurement for easier viewing
  • LED guide lights help position the fieldmeter at the correct distance
  • Conductive case and ground snap support grounding for accurate measurement
  • Designed to make measurements in areas using air ionization
  • Optional cable and bracket kit: mount for continuous reading; analog output can feed PLCs, data acquisition, data loggers, chart recorders, or other devices
FMX-004 Hand-Held Fieldmeter with Balance Plate
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Specification Value
Input Voltage 9 V alkaline battery, approximately 30 hours
Power turns off automatically after 5 min
Field Range 0 to ±1.49 kV (low)
±1.0 kV to ±30 kV (high)
Balance Measurement Range ±300 V with ion balance plate
Bar Graph Ranges ±0.1 kV (low), ±3 kV (high), ±300 V ion balance
Measurement Distance 1" ±0.2" (2.54 cm ±0.5 mm), LED guide for correct distance
Accuracy ±10%
Response Time <1 second
Display Numerical and bar graph
Red positive polarity, blue negative polarity
Auto-ranging 3 digits
x.xx = 0 to ±1.49 kV (Low)
xx.x = ±1.0 kV to ±30.0 kV (Hi)
xxx = 0 to ±300 (Ion Balance)
[HOLD]: Retains display after a measurement
[A.OFF]: auto power-off function deactivated
[Err]: error sign if sensor is damaged
Battery condition display (4 stages)
Renewal Rate: 5 times per second
Alarm 1 beep POWER ON; multiple beep codes for modes and auto-off states
Auto Power-OFF Turns off after 5 min inactivity; auto-off can be disabled
Operating Environment 50-100°F (10-40°C); 0-60% RH, non-condensing
Enclosure Conductive resin (ABS)
Dimensions 4.8"L x 2.9"W x 1.0"D (12.3 x 7.3 x 2.5 cm) with ion balance plate
Weight 0.38 lb (0.17 kg) with battery and ion balance plate
Warranty Two year limited warranty
Specifications, configurations, and product images are subject to change without notice. Refer to the manufacturer's documentation for current details.

Used to detect and evaluate electrostatic field conditions on surfaces without contact, supporting static assessments, ESD (electrostatic discharge) risk evaluation, and ESA (electrostatic attraction) troubleshooting across manufacturing and industrial environments.

Static charge assessment on surfaces: identifies the presence, polarity, and relative magnitude of electrostatic fields on products, packaging, materials, equipment, and work surfaces.

ESD risk evaluation: helps assess electrostatic conditions that may contribute to electrostatic discharge risk during handling, assembly, inspection, or packaging of sensitive devices.

ESA troubleshooting: supports investigation of electrostatic attraction issues such as particle adhesion, material sticking, or handling difficulties caused by static charge.

Process troubleshooting: helps locate sources of electrostatic charge in manufacturing, handling, or packaging operations where static-related problems are suspected.

Ionization effectiveness checks (qualitative): provides a quick, non-contact indication of whether ionization is reducing electrostatic field levels in a given area or process.

Option Part Number
FMX-004 Hand-Held Electrostatic Fieldmeter with charge plate 91-FMX-004
Optional analog output cable and bracket kit 5051787
Specifications, configurations, and product images are subject to change without notice. Refer to the manufacturer’s documentation for current details.

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