consolidation apparatus

consolidation apparatus Description and Specifications for Lab Tenders

consolidation apparatus  Use: The One-dimensional Consolidation test is used to determine the consolidation characteristics of soils of low permeability, consolidation tests to determine the settlement.
characteristics of soil over a period of time

Standard:

·  ASTM D-2435, D-4546; AASHTO T-216.

General Description:

·  Loading Pressures on 63 mm (2.5") diameter samples of up to 5,148 kPa (48 tons per sq. ft.) using 11:1 beam ratio.

·  Triple beam ratios of 9:1, 10:1 and 11:1 minimize loading weight requirements.

·  Rigid frame construction ensures accuracy, repeatability and reliability of test results.

·  Integral beam support jack eliminates possible shock to sample during load application procedures.

·   Compact, table top design for maximum space savings in the laboratory.

·  Cast aluminium and plated steel construction for rust resistance and long life.

·  .The apparatus features a rigid loading mechanism, capable of applying loads for long durations. Load pressures of up to 5,148 kPa (48 tons per sq. ft.) can be generated on 63 mm (2.5") diameter samples.

·  The unit incorporates an integral beam support jack that eliminates the possibility of shock to the sample during load application procedures.

Technical Specifications

·  Load Capacity:          5,148 kPa. (48 tons/sq. ft) on 63 mm (2.5") diam. samples.

·  Loading Beam:          Cast aluminium; counterbalanced; 9:1,10:1 and 11:1 ratios.

·  Frame:                       Cast aluminium; integral beam support jack; plated steel and                         platform.

·  Dimensions:  203L x 711W x 508 H mm excluding weight hanger.

·  Weight:         Net 13.6 kg (30 lbs.)

Accessories (same standards as above)

·  Floor Mounting Stand.

·  63.5mm (2.5") Fixed Ring Consolidometer.With cutting (specimen) ring.

·  50 mm Fixed Ring Consolidometer.With cutting (specimen) ring.

·  75 mm Fixed Ring Consolidomerer.With cutting (specimen) ring.

·  2.5" Floating Ring Consolidometer.

·  Dial Indicator. 10 mm range x 0.0025 mm graduations.

·  Dial Indicator. 25 mm range x 0.010 mm graduations.

·  Weight Set A. Includes: four 1 kg, five 4 kg, and four 16 kg weights.

·  Weight Set B. Includes: four 1 kg, three 4 kg and one 16 kg weights.

·  16 Ton Weight Set. Includes: two 1/16 ton, one 1/8 ton, one 1/4ton, one 1/2 ton, and one 1 ton and seven 2 ton weights.

a)      Fixed ring consolidometers

·  ASTM D-2435, D-4546;AASHTO/BS T-216.

·  Specimen cutting ring for trimming directly from sample tubes.

·  Integral water reservoir for specimen inundation, when required.

·  Base. One-piece machined bronze.

·  Specimen Ring. Machined brass.

·  Fixed Ring Consolidometer. For 63.5mm (2.5") diam. specimens.

·  Fixed Ring Consolidometer. For 50 mm diam. specimens.

·  Fixed Ring Consolidometer. For 75 mm diam. specimens.

·  Calibration Disc

Replacement Parts

·  Cutting Ring

·  Upper and Lower Porous Stones, 63.5mm (2.5").

·  Upper and Lower Porous Stones, 50 mm.

·  Upper and Lower Porous Stones, 75 mm.

b)      Floating ring consolidometer

·  Specimen Size. 63.5 x 25.4 mm. (2.5" diam. x 1" h).

·  Base. One-piece machined bronze; 127 x 76.2 mm (5" diam. x 3" h.).

·  Specimen Ring. Machined brass.

·  Porous Stones. 62.7 x 12.7 mm (2-15/32" diam. x 1/2" thick).

·  Weight. Net 5.9 kg (13 lbs.).

Replacement Parts

·  Specimen Ring. For 63 mm (2.5") diam. samples.

·  Porous Stone. 62.7 x 12.7 mm (2-15/32" diam. x 1/2" thick).

Additional Accessories

DataSystem Consolidation Test Set

·  1 ADU 8-Channel Data Acquisition Unit.

·  1 Consolidation Displacement Transducer.

·  1 One Dimensional Consolidation Program

·  Power requirements.

         110vAC to 220vAC, 50/60Hz.

·  Computer hardware and peripherals required for system operation