Class 1 Essential Sound Level Meter for Environmental Noise Assessments

Castle SONIK-E

£2,256.50 excl. tax | £2,707.80 incl. tax

The Castle SONIK E-Class 1 sound level meter offers several significant benefits, particularly for professionals dealing with noise measurement in compliance with regulatory standards. As a Class 1 device, it provides the highest level of accuracy and precision required by international standards (such as IEC 61672). This makes it ideal for environments where precise data is critical, such as in occupational health, environmental noise assessments, and industrial settings.
The SONIK E model is particularly user-friendly, offering intuitive navigation and data logging capabilities, which simplifies the process of collecting and analysing sound data. This can save time and reduce the margin of error during measurements. The device’s versatility allows it to be used across a range of applications, from simple spot checks to more complex, long-term noise monitoring tasks.
Additionally, the meter is robust and durable, designed to withstand harsh environments, which ensures reliability and longevity even in challenging conditions. Its digital interface and compatibility with software for further data analysis enhance its utility, providing detailed reports and insights that can help in making informed decisions about noise control and compliance.
Overall, owning a Castle Class 1 SONIK-E sound level meter ensures that you have a high-quality, reliable tool that meets the strictest accuracy standards, making it an essential investment for professionals in noise management and environmental monitoring.
  • Perfect for assessments to BS4142 (Complaints about industry) and BS5228 (Construction Noise)
  • Continuous data logging for over 24 hours
  • Wide measurement range of 20dB – 130dB

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Measurements

Frequency Weighting A, C or Z
Combinations of A, A & C simultaneous or A & Z simultaneous available for lp, Leq and Lmax
Time Weighting Slow, Fast, Impulse
Measurements and Analysis Ln, Leq, Peak, Lden, Lmax, Lmin
LE, L10, L90 and either L1, L5, L50, L95 or L99
Measurements Channels 2
Octave Band Analysis Not supported.  Refer to our Castle dBAir product range
Time History Interval: 1 sec to 12 hours
Sampling timer Sample Duration Timer

Applications

Handheld Environmental Measurements
Construction Noise
Boundary Noise Monitoring
BS 4142 Assessments
Railway noise assessments
Compliance Testing

Specifications

Applicable Standards IEC 61672-1:2002 (Class 1 and Class 2 Sound Level Meters)
IEC 61672-1:2013 (Class 1 and Class 2 Sound Level Meters)
IEC 61252:1993 (AMD2-2017)
ANSI S1.4:2014
ANSI S1.25:1991 R2007
Microphone and Preamplifier Class 1: ½” Pre-Polarized – Free Field (IEC) Pressure (ANSI) Sensitivity (50mV/Pa)
Low noise, removeable Preamplifier
Sound Level Range
Range Name Linear Range Peak Range
Low 20 – 90dB 40 – 93dB
Medium 40 – 110dB 60 – 113dB
High 60 – 130dB 80 – 133dB
Noise Floor (Typical) “A” Weighting < 8.0dB
“C” Weighting < 9.4dB
“Z” Weighting  <11.8dB
Frequency Range 1 Hz – 20 Hz (electrical characteristics)  Class 1: 10 Hz – 20 kHz (including microphone)
Display 2.4” Full Colour TFT 240×320 pixels
Power Requirement 4 x AA (1.5V) – Typically 24+ hours continuous use  (screen settings dependent)
External Power: Micro USB type B, 0.5A
Dimensions Including Pre-Amplifier: 260mm (H) x 67mm (W) x 26mm (D)
Excluding Pre-Amplifier: 184mm (H) x 67mm (W) x 26mm (D)
Weight 207gms (without batteries)
Languages English UK, English US, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Portuguese Brazilian, Russian, Spanish, Dutch, Greek
Memory support 4MB – Up to 4000 Data Intervals Maximum in one or multiple recordings
Connectors Micro USB type B
Environmental Operating: -10 to +50°C, Up to 90% RH Non-Condensing

Whats in the box

Castle SONIK-E  Class 1 Sound Level Meter
Grey Boot
Carry case
dBCal, 3-level, Class 1 Acoustic Calibrator (optional)
Free account for Castle Cloud.  One user/Instrument
Quick Start Guide
Windshield
SONIK-E Micro USB Cable