soil volume change meter

soil volume change meter Description and Specifications for Lab Tenders

soil volume change meter Use: Measures both shrinkage and swelling of soils.

Standard:

BS 812, ASTM D4944, AASHTO T217

Specifications:

·  Mould Assembly:      Includes porous stones and loading cap.

·  Proving Ring:                        4.5 kN (1,000 lb.) capacity; dial indicator.

·  Other Components    Loading pistons; compaction hammer.

·  Specimen Ring:                     70 mm (2-3/4") diam.

·  Sample Size.             10 teaspoons.

·  Water Required.                    140g (5 oz.)

·  Charts.                      Convert readings to lbs./sq. ft. and then to PVC

                                 (Potential Volume Change) rating.

·  Dimensions:              184 x 394 mm. (7-1/4" diam. base x 15-1/2" h).