RF Radiation Meters: Rent or Buy
Radio frequency (RF) radiation is a form of non-ionizing electromagnetic radiation spanning frequencies from about 3 kHz to 300 GHz, including microwave frequencies. Occupational RF exposure arises from broadcast transmitters, radar systems, RF sealing machines, induction heaters, diathermy equipment, wireless communication infrastructure, and microwave ovens.
COMPARE YOUR OPTIONS
Monitoring Equipment to Rent for Radio Frequency Radiation
Each kit is a WaveControl SMP meter with a set of interchangeable probes. The probes decide which fields you can measure: static magnetic fields, low-frequency electric and magnetic fields, or RF. Compare the kits in the tables below.
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COMPARE OPTIONS
Radio Frequency Radiation monitoring equipment side by side
| Instrument | Probes included | Frequency range by probe | FFT spectrum & WPM range | Battery run time | Intrinsically safe | Data logging | Starting at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SMP2 by WaveControl | WP400: E & H field, 1 V/m–100 kV/m, 50 nT–10 mT WPF60: RF E-field, 1–1,000 V/m |
WP400: 1 Hz–400 kHz WPF60: 1 MHz–60 GHz ⚠ Gap: 400 kHz–1 MHz (not covered) |
1 Hz–400 kHz | 15+ h broadband 4.5+ h with FFT |
No | Yes | $140.00 / day |
| SMP2 DC Kit by WaveControl - EMF Meter with WPH-DC, WP400, and WPF18 Probes | WPH-DC: static & AC magnetic, 10 µT–10 T WP400: E & H field, 1 V/m–100 kV/m, 50 nT–10 mT WPF18: RF E-field, 0.5–250 V/m |
WPH-DC: 0 Hz–40 kHz WP400: 1 Hz–400 kHz WPF18: 300 kHz–18 GHz |
1 Hz–400 kHz | 15+ h broadband 4.5+ h with FFT |
No | Yes | $140.00 / day |
| SMP2 DC Kit by WaveControl - EMF Meter with WPH-DC, WP400, and WPF60 Probes | WPH-DC: static & AC magnetic, 10 µT–10 T WP400: E & H field, 1 V/m–100 kV/m, 50 nT–10 mT WPF60: RF E-field, 1–1,000 V/m |
WPH-DC: 0 Hz–40 kHz WP400: 1 Hz–400 kHz WPF60: 1 MHz–60 GHz ⚠ Gap: 400 kHz–1 MHz (not covered) |
1 Hz–400 kHz | 15+ h broadband 4.5+ h with FFT |
No | Yes | $140.00 / day |
| SMP3 by WaveControl | WP10M: E & H field, 2 V/m–100 kV/m, 100 nT–47 mT WPF60: RF E-field, 1–1,000 V/m |
WP10M: 1 Hz–10 MHz WPF60: 1 MHz–60 GHz |
1 Hz–10 MHz | Up to 24 h broadband ~10 h with FFT |
No | Yes | $140.00 / day |
| SMP3 DC Kit by WaveControlTop pick | WPH-DC: static & AC magnetic, 10 µT–10 T WP10M: E & H field, 2 V/m–100 kV/m, 100 nT–47 mT WPF60: RF E-field, 1–1,000 V/m |
WPH-DC: 0 Hz–40 kHz WP10M: 1 Hz–10 MHz WPF60: 1 MHz–60 GHz |
1 Hz–10 MHz | Up to 24 h broadband ~10 h with FFT |
No | Yes | $140.00 / day |
What each kit can measure
| Instrument | Static fields MRI, EV & battery, DC rail |
50 Hz–400 kHz Power lines, wiring, inverters |
To 10 MHz Anti-theft gates, BPL |
To 18 GHz FM, TV, cellular, Wi-Fi, radar |
18–60 GHz 5G mmWave |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SMP2 by WaveControl - EMF Meter with WP400 and WPF60 Probes | No | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| SMP2 DC Kit by WaveControl - EMF Meter with WPH-DC, WP400, and WPF18 Probes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | No |
| SMP2 DC Kit by WaveControl - EMF Meter with WPH-DC, WP400, and WPF60 Probes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| SMP3 by WaveControl - EMF Meter with WP10M and WPF60 Probes | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| SMP3 DC Kit by WaveControl - EMF Meter with WPH-DC, WPF60 & WP10M Probes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Probe ranges are from WaveControl's probe spec sheets. Fit one probe at a time; the meter recognizes it automatically. Battery run time is shorter when running FFT spectrum analysis. Run times are manufacturer estimates and vary with configuration and conditions. Not sure? Talk to our team.
WHERE EXPOSURE OCCURS
Risks: Where Radio Frequency Radiation Exposure Occurs
RF radiation monitoring measures electromagnetic field levels near antennas, broadcast towers, radar systems, and wireless infrastructure to verify worker exposure stays within safe limits. Rent calibrated RF measurement equipment from RAECO Rents for telecom site work, broadcast engineering, and radar operations. All instruments are well maintained, annually calibrated, and shipped with the probes and accessories you need. Our team can help match the right meter and probe configuration to your frequency range and application.
Telecom & cell sites
Rooftop and tower antennas where crews work near transmitters.
Typical setup: A broadband RF meter with high-frequency probes.
Broadcast facilities
AM, FM and TV transmitter sites.
Typical setup: A broadband RF meter with high-frequency probes.
RF heaters & sealers
RF heat sealers and dielectric heaters in manufacturing.
Typical setup: RF readings at operator positions.
5G & small cell installations
New equipment in public and occupied spaces.
Typical setup: A broadband RF survey.
Radio Frequency Radiation monitoring questions
All rental FAQs →Not sure which radio frequency radiation monitoring equipment fit your job?
Tell us where the hazard is and how many workers need coverage. We'll recommend the instrument, range and alarm settings.
For educational purposes only. Exposure limits are summarized from the cited agencies; confirm monitoring requirements for your site with a qualified safety professional.