Digital Hygrometer Question

[cls515]

no kit, just following guidlines...

There is your most likely problem. Go ahead and spend a few bucks on the Boveda calibration kit here, or somewhere else like ebay: http://www.tampahumidor.com/sitedire...52F3553826957F

[ReV]

i think i'm going to order one even though i'm getting better results with the herfers guide method.

[jiaguy]

mine is off by around 10% but after the salt test i just keep that in mind when i use it.

[Viper139]

I have tested many hygrometers using the boveda calibration kit. The record for inaccuracy so far is 13% low and that was a hygrometer that cost roughly $100. Do not trust any hygrometer out of the box, check it with the salt test or the boveda for at least 24-48 hours.

[ReV]

oh, i just ordered a boveda kit from heartfelt.. next time i think i'll just order one of those heartfelt ajustable hydrometers that comes with a kit.

[coolcloo1019]

So after 5 days of having the humidifier (sponge) out, my humidor is STILL reading 71% humidity and its almost always a constant 70 degrees.

Does something not sound right or did I just have the humidity way too high and the cedar is still just moist?

Seems like after 5 days the humidity would be lower than that.

Maybe I am just crazy.

[FunkyCold5]

Being warm all year around, is there a lot of humidity in Florida? Where is your humidor located? Near a window, direct sunlight, in the closet, etc? Go get some beads and do not add distilled water when you put it in your humidor. If it is above 71% humidity in there already, the beads will soak up excess humidity. IF your humidity still stays the same, then it's your hygrometer that has issues.

Andrew