SV 971A Class 1 Sound Level Meter
The SV 971A is a compact Class 1 sound level meter and sound exposure meter for professional acoustic measurements. This staging product preserves the existing SVAN 971 URL so existing search references are not discarded; SVAN 971 is the predecessor model, while SV 971A is the current product position to confirm when quoting.
Key features
- Class 1 sound measurement in accordance with IEC 61672-1 and octave-filter requirements under IEC 61260-1.
- 120 dB measurement span from 17 dBA Leq to 140 dB Peak, with linear operation specified from 24 dBA Leq to 140 dB Peak.
- Frequency range from 5 Hz to 20 kHz and A, B, C, Z, and LF frequency weightings.
- Fast, Slow, and Impulse time weightings with three measurement profiles.
- Bluetooth® remote control and review, 32 GB data logging, and automatic calibration logging.
- Optional 1/1-octave, 1/3-octave, RT60, STIPA, audio recording, and real-time analysis functions.
Applications
- Environmental and community noise measurements.
- Workplace noise surveys and occupational hygiene investigations.
- Building acoustic and sound-insulation assessment support.
- Construction-site noise monitoring and noise-control investigations.
Specification summary
| Class | Class 1 |
|---|---|
| Standards | IEC 61672-1:2013 and IEC 61260-1:2014 |
| Total measurement range | 17 dBA Leq to 140 dBA Peak |
| Frequency range | 5 Hz to 20 kHz |
| Data and connectivity | 32 GB data logger and Bluetooth® |
| Battery operation | Approximately 16–24 hours, depending on use |
Calibration support in Malaysia
Absolute Instrument Sdn. Bhd. operates a JSM SAMM-accredited permanent laboratory for acoustic calibration under SAMM 1046, valid to 28 January 2030. The exact instrument and measurement range must be confirmed against the current accredited schedule before an accredited service is quoted.
What it solves
The SV 971A gives consultants, safety teams, and environmental professionals a portable Class 1 platform for repeatable sound measurements, frequency analysis, and documented field checks.
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