PCE Instruments PCE-432 Portable sound level meter with octave band filter, measurement range 22 to 136 dB(A), frequency of 3 Hz to 20 kHz
(Incl. Tax: €2,899.21)
The PCE-432 is a portable sound level meter equipped with an octave band filter, making it ideal for measuring sound levels in various environments. It offers a measurement range from 22 to 136 dB(A) and operates within a frequency range of 3 Hz to 20 kHz. This device is suitable for both professional and personal use, ensuring accurate sound level readings for noise monitoring and assessment.
The PCE-432 sound level meter delivers professional-grade acoustic analysis compliant with Class 1 international standards (EN/IEC 61672, ANSI S1.4-1983, ANSI S1.43-1997 EN/IEC61260). Covering a measurement range from 22 to 136 dB(A) with frequency response from 3 Hz to 20 kHz, this device provides comprehensive sound evaluation through octave band filters (expandable to 1/3 octave as optional) and A, B, C & Z (linear) frequency weighting.
Technical specifications:
| Measuring range | 22 - 136 db(A) |
| Accuracy | Class 1 |
| Frequency range | 3 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Standards | GB/T3785.1-2010 GB/T3785.2-2010 IEC60651:1979 IEC60804:2000 IEC61672-1:2013 ANSI S1.4-1983 ANSI S1.43-1997 |
| Frequency analysis | 1/1 Octave band filter: 8 Hz - 16 kHz 1/3 Octave band filter: 6,3 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Microphone | 1/2" Microphone Class: 1 Sensitivity: 40 mV/PA Frequency range: 3 Hz - 20 kHz Connection: TNC Power supply: ICCP Standard |
| Data-logging interval | 1 s - 24 h (adjustable) |
| Measuring functions | LXY(SPL), LXeq, LXYSD, LXSEL, LXE, LXYmax, LXYmin, LXPeak, LXN. |
| X = Frequency weighting: A, B, C, Z; Y = Time weighting: F, S, I; N = Statistics in % : 1 - 99% |
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| Frequency weightings | A, B, C, Z |
| Time weightings | Fast (F) 125 ms, Slow (S) 1 sec, Impulse (I) 35 ms |
| Inherent noise | Microphone: 19 db(A), 25 db(C), 31 db(Z) Electronics: 13 db(A), 17 db(C), 24 db(Z) |
| AD converter | 24 Bit |
| Sample rate | Standard: 48 kHz LN Mode: 20 ms |
| Measuring display | Numerical Bar graph Graphical |
| Display | 160 x 160 pixel LCD with backlight |
| Memory | 4 GB Micro SD card |
| Interface | USB (Memory readable via software or directly as mass storage) RS-232 |
| Voltage output | AC 5V RMS DC 10 mV/db |
| Alarm | Adjustable |
| GPS | Yes, GPS receiver for location determination |
| Power supply | 4 x 1.5V AA Batteries 12V / 1A Power plug 5V / 1A USB |
| Battery life | Min. 10 h continuous use |
| Dimensions | 70 x 300 x 36 mm / 2.76 x 11.81 x 1.42" (W x H x D) |
| Weight | Approx. 620 g / 1.4 lbs incl. batteries |
The backlit display shows real-time sound pressure levels both numerically and graphically, while Fast, Slow and Impulse time weightings enable analysis of different noise types, including short-duration impulses. Automatic data logging to included micro SD card allows measurement transfer via USB for advanced PC software analysis.
The integrated GPS receiver provides precise geotagging for noise mapping, while memory stores up to 3 customizable measurement profiles with settable limit values for compliance monitoring. Ideal for environmental assessments, workplace safety and noise pollution control, this meter combines metrological precision with operational flexibility through its multilingual menu system.
Features:
- Accuracy class 1
- Integrated GPS functionality
- A, B, C and Z frequency weightings
- Fast, slow and impulse time weightings
- 1/1 octave band filter (optional 1/3 octave band filter upgrade - see accessories tab)
- Adjustable data-recording interval from 1 s - 24 h
- Real-time numerical and graphical LCD display
- Adjustable alarm
Delivery scope:
1 x PCE-432 sound level data logger with GPS
1 x microphone
1 x wind noise suppressor (foam ball)
1 x USB cable
1 x PC software is a free download
1 x power supply
1 x user manual
1 x carrying case
Note: This meter comes standard with a 1/1 octave band filter. An optional 1/3 octave band filter upgrade is available for an additional fee - see accessories tab for details.
- EAN Code:
- 4250348716866
- Typology:
- Octave Bands
- Brand:
- PCE INSTRUMENTS
- Measurements range:
- 22 - 136 dBA
