Pocket Penetrometer

About this product

The pocket penetrometer is an essential tool for quickly assessing the penetration resistance of soil's top layers, both in the field and laboratory. Designed for shallow measurements, it evaluates the top 5 millimetres of soil with a measuring range of up to 0.5 MPa. This instrument provides an immediate indication of the penetration resistance encountered.

How It Works:

When the penetrometer is pushed into the ground, the pin experiences resistance from the soil. This force compresses a spring inside the instrument. As the spring compresses, a slip ring moves along a calibrated scale, displaying the maximum force encountered. The scale is precisely calibrated to provide an instant reading of the soil's penetration resistance.

Applications:

• Soil profile description and classification
• Indicative measurements on soil samples

The flat cone attachment allows for accurate shallow measurements, making it ideal for quick assessments of surface layers or specific samples.

Specification

Angle of cone: 0 °
Cone surface range: 0.3165 cm²
Maximum force: 500 @ 0.3165 cm² kPa
Maximum measuring depth: 1 cm
Measured parameter(s): Penetration resistance
Measuring range: 0-500 kPa
Product material: Stainless steel, iron, PVC, other material
Reading accuracy: 3%
Registration type: Manual
Package size: 18 x 4 x 3 cm
Weight: 0.32 kg

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