Produced by the Finnish company Farmcomp under its brand “Wile”, the Wile series of handheld grain and seed moisture meters are highly regarded for accuracy, ease of use, and portability. These attributes have made Wile instruments amongst the most popular grain and seed moisture assessment tools on the market.
Wile handheld grain moisture meters include three design variations. So you can select the best device for your application, our scientists have put together a comparative guide to clarify the difference between the Wile 55, Wile-65 and Wile-78 models.
About Farmcomp
Farmcomp OY started its business in 1938 and has become an established supplier of agro-electric equipment.
About Wile Moisture Meters
Wile moisture meters have been produced since 1964. Since then, portable Wile meters have been a reliable aid to farmers in measuring the moisture of grain and later also other materials.
Farmcomp is an innovator and regularly expands its Wile meter range. Presently, Wile devices can measure moisture content in materials such as:
- Grains
- Seeds
- Hay
- Silage
- Sawdust
- Wood chips
- Peat
- Cotton
- Coffee; and
- Cocoa.
Introducing the Wile Handheld Grain and Seed Moisture Meters
Wile-55 Grain and Seed Moisture Meter Product code: Wile-55
The Wile-55 is an entry-level whole grain and seed moisture measuring device ideal for rapid moisture measurements in the field. |
Figure 1 Optional Wile-651L probe Grain Moisture Meter for Harvesting, Drying and Storing
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Grain Moisture Meter - "The Crusher"
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Wile Handheld Grain and Seed Moisture Meter Feature Comparison
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Wile-55 |
Wile-65 |
Wile-78 |
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Grains measured |
16 |
16 |
24 |
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Measures |
Whole grains and seeds |
Whole grains and seeds |
Crushed grains and seeds |
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Moisture measurement range for grain and seeds |
8-35% |
8-35% |
9% to 37% |
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Moisture measurement range oil seeds |
5-25% |
5-25% |
5% to 28% |
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Moisture Measurement Repeatability |
±0.5% |
±0.5% |
±0.5% |
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The result can be adjusted to match the result of oven drying as a reference value |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
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Menu Driven display |
No - numeric |
Yes - alphabetical |
Yes - alphabetical |
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Measured grain displayed on LCD |
No – numeric grain scale |
Yes – Alphabetical and numeric grain scales |
Yes – Alphabetical and numeric grain scales |
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Temperature measurement displayed with measurement |
Not displayed with measurement |
Displayed with measurement |
Displayed with measurement |
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Average Calculation |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes- Automatic |
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Automatic temperature compensation |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
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External measuring probe |
No |
Yes - Wile 651L external temperature probe (sold separately) |
No |
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Measurement Screen |
 |
 |
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Comparative Operational Differences (Videos)
The most noticeable differences between the models of Wile meters include:
- Menu display
- Display of results; and
- Temperature probe option.
Watch how to use the Wile-55, Wile-65 and Wile-78 in the videos below and spot the differences.
How to Use the Wile-55 Grain and Seed Moisture Meter
How To Take A Grain Moisture Measurement With The Wile-65 Grain Moisture Meter
How to Use the IC-Wile-78 Grain Moisture Meter
Conclusion
The Wile series of grain and seed moisture meters are well regarded in the agricultural industry thanks to their ease of use, accuracy, and portability.
Contact an Instrument Choice Scientist if you need assistance finding the best grain moisture meter for your application! Call 1300 737 871 or email customer-service@instrumentchoice.com.au.
Appendix 1
Wile - Measured Grains Australia |
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Wile-55 |
Wile-65 |
Wile-78 |
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1. Wheat *Charts available for non-programmed grains available |
17. Wheat *Charts available for non-programmed grains available |
1. Wheat |