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QUESTemp 46 vs QUESTemp 36 vs BAND V2: which heat stress monitor fits?
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For area WBGT, rent the QUESTemp 46 for hot, dry sites or the QUESTemp 36 for humid ones. To watch each worker's strain live, add the BAND V2 from $80/day.
| Instrument | Best for | TypeArea or worn | Wet bulbPick for your climate | Live connectionSee readings remotely | Est. battery run timeCovers long or multi-day shifts | Starting at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Area WBGT monitorsSet up where people work · WBGT indoor & outdoor, heat index, humidex and work-rest guidance | ||||||
| Top pick QUESTemp 46 |
Hot, dry sites | Area Heat Stress Monitor | Waterless, calculated; best for hot, dry conditions | — | ~80hrs |
$130.00 / day Rent → |
| QUESTemp 36 | Humid sites | Area Heat Stress Monitor | Measured natural wet bulb (wick + water reservoir); most accurate, best for humid or changing conditions | — | up to 140hrs |
$130.00 / day Rent → |
| Personal monitorWorn by each worker · heart rate and core body temperature | ||||||
| BAND V2 | Each worker's strain | Wearable Physiological Monitor | — | LTE-M cellular, Bluetooth 5.3, GPS | 24-100hrs |
$80.00 / day Rent → |
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Heat stress monitor questions
All rental FAQs →The QUESTemp 36. It measures natural wet bulb directly with a wick and water reservoir, so it gives the most accurate wet bulb reading and suits humid or changing conditions. The QUESTemp 46 calculates wet bulb without water, which suits hot, dry conditions.
The BAND V2. It alerts the worker with LED and vibration and sends supervisor alerts through its online platform over cellular. It also detects falls and no movement, and has an SOS tap alert.
The QUESTemp 36: up to 140hrs on a 9V battery, or up to 300hrs on its rechargeable pack. The QUESTemp 46 runs about 80hrs on a 9V battery, and the BAND V2 24-100hrs depending on GPS use.
More about Heat Stress
RAECO Rents provides calibrated heat stress monitoring instruments including WBGT meters and personal heat monitors for workplace safety, outdoor operations, and athletic events. Browse below to find the right equipment for your project, all shipped ready to use with our Instant-On Guarantee.
This guide explains what each instrument does. Your safety professional decides which method and criteria apply to your site.
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