Once the peak signal is found, the scale on the analog meter or digital display indicates the "cover"—the distance from the concrete surface to the top of the rebar. Ensure you have selected the correct bar diameter setting, as depth readings are calibrated based on the size of the steel. Maintenance Tips
To ensure your report is "solid" and accurate, follow these operational steps derived from Proceq user guidelines Calibration (Zeroing) proceq profometer 4 manual
Elena made a choice. She sat on a wet concrete block, pulled up the offline PDF she’d foolishly downloaded months ago (thank you, past self), and searched “spike-flatline-spike.” The answer was buried in Section 4.3: “Ringing effect—caused by closely spaced bars touching at a hairline crack. Measure perpendicular to suspected contact point.” Once the peak signal is found, the scale
Imagine a structural engineer in the late 90s, standing on a bridge deck. They aren't just looking for rebar; they are trying to determine if the concrete cover is thick enough to prevent corrosion. At the time, the Profometer 4 was the gold standard for "Eddy Current" pulse induction. She sat on a wet concrete block, pulled
: Location, structure type, and specific area tested (e.g., "Bridge Pier #4 North Face"). Instrument Settings : Crucial for the Profometer 4. Document the selected bar diameter