Humi Too Humid

[jagman]

I recently got some beads from an ok B&M shop. I think I put in too much distilled water as my digital hygrometer is reading about 78. I tried to calibrate the hygrometer with the salt test. I left it in for about 6 hrs and it read 72. I turned the dial without opening the bag and reset so it read 75. Came back 8 hrs later and it said 78 (still in the sealed bag). So, again without opening the bag, I dialed it down to 75 and left it in the bag. About 10 hours later it said 72. The temp in the bag/room consistently reads 70-71 so temp changes shouldn't be an issue. The bag is airtight. So, either the salt releases varying levels of water or I have a less than perfect hygrometer. Is this reasonable variation? Going back to the Humi reading 78, I've read putting the beads in the fridge dessicates the beads... if I want to decrease humidity by 8, how long should the beads go in the fridge? Thanks for in advance for lending help to a willing newb!

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[Pugman1943]

Eris, if you read the rules to joining the forum, they include filling our your profile and a few minor things so we get to know you.

It is impolite to just jump in here and hit us with a question without sharing with us.

Myself, get a digital meter, get a heartfelt calibration pack and you might be surprised at what you find.

Welcome to CP from Dallas, TX

 

[jagman]

Done! Sorry about breaking the rules. Too concerned about high humidity. The Heartfelt beads sure have a good reputation. Debating between 65% and 70%. Are you suggesting I return my digital hygrometer or is the meter you referred to something else? Thanks!

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[jnknzz]

Droid, welcome to CP! (laughs at Pugman)

Any digital hygrometer will do. Just make sure to let it sit for 24hrs when calibrating it. **Double bag it!!

Your local shop will have Boveda Calibration kits (idiot proof salt-testing if you're still having troubles).


Until that's done, it's hard to say if your beads are oversaturated.


To dry them out, I use a hairdryer. Some guys use the oven.



**search may be of some help

 

[Joebiech]

I personally go with the 65%, but everybody seems to have their own preference. If you are worried about the salt test, get a calibration kit before you return the hygrometer.

 

[Thumper68]

Droid, welcome to CP! (laughs at Pugman)

Any digital hygrometer will do. Just make sure to let it sit for 24hrs when calibrating it. **Double bag it!!

Your local shop will have Boveda Calibration kits (idiot proof salt-testing if you're still having troubles).


Until that's done, it's hard to say if your beads are oversaturated.


To dry them out, I use a hairdryer. Some guys use the oven.



**search may be of some help

What jnknzz said above in red.
I think that you are not letting the test bag stabilize to get an accurate reading. The hygrometer needs to sit in there 24-36 hours while the humidity stabilizes inside of the bag. Your are chasing the varying humidity by adjusting the calibration of the hygrometer too soon.

 

[BlindedByScience]

If your ambient RH is lower than the humidor, it's really just as simple as leaving the lid open for a few hours. It ain't rocket science......

 

[Pugman1943]

Hey BBS man, you is the man. How simple and elegant.

 

[bluue13]

I've found that 65% works the best in dealing with humidity swings. It keeps things right in the sweet spot when the ambient humidity in my house gets a little high. And in the winter when things dry out big time it never lets the humi drop below 63%.

Welcome to CP and enjoy your stay!

 

[jagman]

Thank you all. That makes sense to let it simmer for at least a day. I think I'm just too impatient. I appreciate the advice. It seems that 65% is better to smoke but 70% might be better for long term storage.

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[MoeCizlak]

You're on the right track Mr. Tapatalk.

 

[mmburtch]

Eris, if you read the rules to joining the forum, they include filling our your profile and a few minor things so we get to know you.

It is impolite to just jump in here and hit us with a question without sharing with us.

Myself, get a digital meter, get a heartfelt calibration pack and you might be surprised at what you find.

Welcome to CP from Dallas, TX

Lighten up Francis

 

[DePasta]

Eris, if you read the rules to joining the forum, they include filling our your profile and a few minor things so we get to know you.

It is impolite to just jump in here and hit us with a question without sharing with us.

Myself, get a digital meter, get a heartfelt calibration pack and you might be surprised at what you find.

Welcome to CP from Dallas, TX

Welcome Dallas!