Portable Luxmeter Dostmann 5020-0886 — Pocket-size precision for professional light measurements

The Dostmann 5020-0886 is a portable luxmeter designed for fast, reliable assessment of illuminance in workplaces, studios and building environments. Its backlit LCD, intuitive one-button operation and pocket-friendly form make it ideal for technicians, facility managers and photographers who need dependable readings on site. Choose the 5020-0886 at Stratosens.com to add a robust, easy-to-use light meter to your toolkit, delivering clear results and confidence in every measurement.

Key Benefits and Applications

• Fast, trustworthy readings — Delivers quick stabilised measurements so you can verify lighting levels on the spot and keep inspections moving efficiently.
• Compact and lightweight — Pocket-size design fits comfortably in one hand or a tool pouch, ideal for daily rounds and fieldwork.
• Effortless operation — Auto-ranging and a simple control layout reduce setup time and minimise user error, perfect for repeatable testing routines.
• Readable in any environment — Backlit display activates in low light, ensuring values are visible in plant rooms, corridors, or night-time checks.
• Capture the critical value — MAX hold function stores the peak illuminance observed, useful for comparing against target levels or documenting compliance.
• Versatile across sectors — Suited for office and industrial lighting checks, photography and film sets, museums and galleries, schools, healthcare facilities and energy audits.
• Ready for European practice — Measures illuminance in SI units (lux), aligning with EU norms and simplifying reporting and documentation.

Featured technical specifications

• Measuring range — 0 to 40 000 lx with automatic range selection across four ranges for seamless measurement from very low to high light levels.
• Resolution — Finest step down to 0.1 lx in the lowest range, with appropriate 1 lx, 10 lx and 100 lx steps on higher ranges to balance precision and readability.
• Accuracy and repeatability — Typical accuracy up to ±5% with repeatability around ±2%, supporting consistent, decision‑ready results.
• Display — 1999‑count backlit LCD with clear indicators for LUX, MAX and low battery for at‑a‑glance status.
• Sensor technology — Long‑life silicon photodiode detector engineered for stable, dependable response in general lighting assessments.
• Sampling rate — Approximately 2.5 measurements per second to track changing light conditions smoothly.
• Functions — Auto‑ranging, MAX hold, data hold behaviour and automatic power‑off after inactivity; sleep mode can be disabled when needed for extended sessions.
• Operating conditions — Designed for 0 °C to 40 °C and up to 80 % relative humidity; storage from −10 °C to 60 °C for reliable field use.
• Power — Single 9 V battery for long service life and easy replacement in the field.
• Dimensions and weight — Approximately 157 × 54 × 34 mm; about 190 g including battery, combining robustness with portability.
• Model identification — Dostmann MS 86, manufacturer reference 5020‑0886 for straightforward asset management and reordering.

Why this luxmeter is the perfect choice

Combining dependable performance, true portability and simple operation, the Dostmann 5020-0886 helps you verify lighting quickly and confidently—without overspending or overcomplicating your workflow. At Stratosens.com you benefit from expert product selection, competitive pricing and responsive support, ensuring you receive a genuine, ready‑to‑work instrument that fits seamlessly into your inspection, commissioning or studio setup.