Cambridge Kits
Sound Meter
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MEASURE all types of sound, check that LEGAL LIMITS in factories and residential areas are met, compare lawn mowers, paper shredders etc, measure the effect of sound proofing or double glazing.
HAND HELD self contained unit has "A" weighted frequency response to compare both low and high frequency annoyance.
CALIBRATOR is built-in, linear measurement range from 40 dB (public library) to 120 dB (overhead jet take-off).
PEAK sound response, even with pulsating or irregular soungs, just set knob to dB, LED flashes when sound exceeded, or turn knob till LED flashes and read dB, no flickering needle.
DATA output shows when dB exceeded, for computer. applause timing, "Wear Ear Defenders" sign, intruder alarm, FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY, disco lights, chart recorder etc.
DESIGNED to BS 5969, internal battery or 9 V at 20 mA, 4 x 7 x 14 cm, 300 g.

The kit includes all parts, case, microphone, connectors, screws, wire etc, and the detailed assembly and operating instructions include a circuit diagram and description.
The kit includes a ready-cut piece of copper laminate and full size foil pattern for easy drawing, etching and drilling of the circuit board. The circuit board is 95 mm long, single sided with wide tracks and generous spacings as shown here
and the kit includes ordering details for etch resist pen and ferric chloride.

If someone wants to offer a PCB (drilled or undrilled) for this kit, then their contact details can be announced here.