Expansion Index Consolidometer

Description

Supports the following standards: ASTM D4829, CTM UBC 29-2

Self-contained unit for conducting expansion tests on cured soil specimens. After compaction in stainless steel ring, specimen is placed in the consolidometer with air-dried porous stones, and loaded with a stainless steel weight. Specimen is allowed to consolidate for 10 minutes, after which it is immersed in distilled water for up to 24 hrs. During this time, height of specimen is recorded to determine maximum swell. Corrosion resistant, durable anodized aluminum and stainless steel construction. Includes anodized aluminum base and collar, stainless steel specimen ring and weight, 12.6 lb. (5.7kg) loading weight, and 3.99″ dia. x 0.5″ (101.4 x 12.5mm) porous stones. Dial Indicator required, see below. 6″ dia x 11″ H (152 x 279mm).

Products

Part Number & Name
HM-5405
Expansion Index Consolidometer

Accessories

Part Number & Name
Dial Indicators
HM-4184.399T
Porous Stone for Consolidometer

Standards

Standards
ASTM D4829
CTM UBC 29-2