General Radio 1565-A Sound Level Meter
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General Radio 1565-A is a hand-held sound level meter with 40-140 dB range, ANSI Type 2 certification, fast/slow response, ceramic microphone, and 9V battery power.
Product details
| Model | 1565-A |
| Manufacturer | General Radio |
| Category | Sound Level Meters |
| Availability | Made to order |
Description
Overview
The General Radio 1565-A is a hand-held sound level meter designed for industrial, occupational, and environmental noise measurement. Conforming to both national and international standards, it meets OSHA requirements and is approved for use in gassy coal mines. The meter operates for up to 50 hours on a standard 9V battery and weighs less than 1 pound, making it suitable for portable field measurements.
Key Features
- Measurement range: 40 to 140 dB
- ANSI Type 2, A, B, C weighting options
- Fast and slow meter response settings
- Rugged ceramic microphone
- Battery powered (standard 9V battery, up to 50 hours operation)
- Output jack for headphones or external recorders
- Range lock control for fixed position operation
- Ergonomic design with one-hand operation
- MESA approved for coal mining applications
Applications
- Occupational noise monitoring and OSHA compliance
- Environmental noise surveys
- Industrial workplace hazard assessment
- Coal mine noise monitoring
- General-purpose sound measurement
Included Accessories
- Carrying/storage case (choice of options available)
- Windscreen
Specifications
| Measurement Range | 40 to 140 dB |
| Weighting Standards | ANSI Type 2, A, B, C |
| Meter Response | Fast and Slow |
| Microphone Type | Rugged ceramic |
| Power Source | 9V battery (up to 50 hours operation) |
| Output Jack | For headphones or recorders |
| Weight | Less than 1 pound |
| Standards Compliance | ANSI Type 2, OSHA, MESA approved |
| Form Factor | Hand-held, pocket-sized |
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