The Nova range of high performance sound level meters successfully combines advanced technology noise measurement methods with ease of use and durability.
We have listened to our customers for over 40 years. We know that you all have different requirements and what you need today may change in the future. We also understand that purchasing noise measurement equipment is a huge investment.
The Nova range consists of six powerful sound level meters. These differ from other sound level meters, as they offer the user the unique opportunity to add features either immediately or at a later date so that the instrument will always be suitable for their requirements.
Standard Measurement Kits - Instruments are usually supplied as part of a noise measurement kit which contains everything required to take noise measurements.
The Nova kit contains: - Nova sound level meter, acoustic calibrator, windshield, batteries, hard kit case, 7 year warranty, calibration certifi cates, the Pulsar analyserPlus software and download cable.
Outdoor Measurement Kits - Both Class 1 and Class 2 instruments have a removable preamplifi er which enables the instruments to be used with microphone extension cables. These outdoor measurement kits transform the hand held instrument into a longer term, outdoor monitoring system.
Software - analyserPlus allows the user to download their measurement data onto a PC or laptop for analysis and to create a variety of reports.

- Compliant with IEC 61672-1:200
- Intuitive design
- High performance
- Simple to use
- Designed and manufactured in the UK
- Rugged metal case
- Large anti-glare display
- High definition colour OLED display
- Greater than 30 hour battery life
- 4GB removable memory card
- Dynamic range of 20dB(A) to 140dB(A) & 143dB(C)
- Simultaneous measurement of all key parameters
- Unique calibration prompt
- Standard and advanced data viewing modes
- Optional features to cover every requirement & budget
- Measurement Range: 20 - 140dBA RMS Single Range (143dBC peak)
- Frequency Types (Weighting): RMS & Peak: A, C, & Z (un-weighted) all measured simultaneously
- Noise Floor Limit: 18dB(A) Class 1, 21dB(A) Class 2
- Frequency Octave Bands: 10x 1:1 Octave Bands: 31.5Hz to 16kHz (Model 45 & 46 only)
- Measurement Modes: See product brochure for the full list of measured values
- Microphone Type: Class 1 PM1 or Class 2 PM2 pre-polarized
- Data Logging: Yes, standard on models 45 & 46, optional on other models
- Memory: Removable 4GB CF card
- Resolution: 0.1dB
- Tripod Mount:Yes
- Display: High resolution anti-glare OLED display with ambient light sensor & illuminated keypad
- Connectivity: USB 2.0 Mini-B, 3.5mm, Multipin I/O socket
- Dimensions: 280mm x 80mm x 42mm including preamp and microphone
- Weight: 440 grams (without batteries)
- Battery Type: 6x AA
- Battery Life: Typically 30 hours (alkaline), 50 hours (lithium)
- Certificate Issue: Yes - IS09001 accredited Pulsar Instruments plc certification in accordance with IEC standards
- Warranty: 7 years (applicable when required calibration is maintained)
- International Standards: IEC 61672:2002-1 Class 1 or Class 2, IEC 60651:2001 Type 1 or Type 2, IEC 60804:2000 Type 1 or Type 2, IEC 61252:1993, ANSI S1.4 - 1983 (R2006), ANSI S1.43 - 1997 (R2007), ANSI S1.25:1991, 1:1 Octave Band Filters to IEC 61260 & ANSI S1.11-2004
- 1-year warranty (extendable to 7 years*)
- User manual
- Valid calibration certificate
- AA Batteries (6)
- Wrist strap
- ‘AnalyzerPlus’ – Pulsar download analysis and reporting software
- USB small download cable