New nc 30 with semi dry wood?

We get low moisture readings like that, too. Splits feel like paper in weight. It becomes a problem in that it burns too fast. You'll be closing the air down quickly at starts and reloads. Perhaps consider mixing up splits of oak along with that cedar to extend burn time (oak on top). And smaller size fires for sure now but bigger later in winter when it's colder. We tend to overload our stoves in the beginning and use more wood than we need.

Happy burning neighbor and congrats on the new stove

I have 6 cords of poplar that measured 50% when wet. Now a year later, if the MM gives a reading, it's 5% or lower. Enjoy the stove

BrotherBart said:

Low batteries will screw up the measurement too.

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Also we have to factor in calibration differences I think. Since many moisture meters are calibrated to doug fir at 70 degrees his true reading might be higher than what hes seeing. Ive had lodgepole pine that will hardly register but then when I factor in maybe another 5% on top of that the picture looks a bit clearer. Ive asked the company that made mine if they could send me a calibration chart and they never replied. I should try again if only for a curiosity.

but if there is a difference of 5% meaning 20% versus 25% on firewood that might be nice to know. I burn lots of pine that registers 20% and it catches right away and burns awesome and so I dont give it a second thought. Speaking for myself I guess. Its a fun toy so it would be nice to understand what you are reading.

Seems like you have a perfect mix. Oak is a little wet and the cedar is bone dry. Mix them in a load and it should be good to go. You might want to experiment with ratios but it sounds like you will be ok.