SOIL PENETROMETER (Proctor Type) (T310)

Category: Soil

Product Code: T310

Category: SOIL

Sub-Category: SOIL CLASSIFICATION

  • The Proctor Penetrometer is used to establish the relationship between moisture content and penetration resistance in fine-grained soils, facilitating rapid field assessments of compaction characteristics.
  • By correlating penetration resistance with moisture content, this device aids in determining the optimal moisture level for achieving maximum soil compaction, essential for foundation and earthwork projects.
  • The apparatus features a calibrated spring mechanism with a direct-reading scale, ensuring accurate and repeatable measurements across various soil conditions.
  • Equipped with a set of interchangeable stainless steel needles of varying diameters, the penetrometer accommodates a wide range of soil types and compaction levels.
  • Its portable design and straightforward operation make it an indispensable tool for geotechnical engineers conducting field evaluations and quality control testing.

STANDARDS

ASTM D1558

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

  • Maximum capacity: 40 kgf (90 lbf)
  • Spring dynamometer with direct-reading scale

SUPPLIED WITH

  • Interchangeable stainless steel needles:
    • Ø 28.55 mm (645 mm² / 1 in²)
    • Ø 24.79 mm (484 mm² / 3/4 in²)
    • Ø 20.22 mm (323 mm² / 1/2 in²)
    • Ø 16.54 mm (215 mm² / 1/3 in²)
    • Ø 12.83 mm (129 mm² / 1/5 in²)
    • Ø 9.07 mm (65 mm² / 1/10 in²)
    • Ø 6.40 mm (32 mm² / 1/20 in²)
    • Ø 5.23 mm (22 mm² / 1/30 in²)
    • Ø 4.52 mm (16 mm² / 1/40 in²)
  • Protective carrying case

ORDERING INFORMATION

Item Name Item Code
NEEDLE for T310 – Ø 28.55 mm T310P001H
NEEDLE for T310 – Ø 24.79 mm T310P002H
NEEDLE for T310 – Ø 20.22 mm T310P003H
NEEDLE for T310 – Ø 16.54 mm T310P004H
NEEDLE for T310 – Ø 12.83 mm T310P005H
NEEDLE for T310 – Ø 9.07 mm T310P006H
NEEDLE for T310 – Ø 6.40 mm T310P007H
NEEDLE for T310 – Ø 5.23 mm T310P008H
NEEDLE for T310 – Ø 4.52 mm T310P009H
PROCTOR PENETROMETER SET T310X00XH

Keywords: Proctor Penetrometer, soil compaction testing, ASTM D1558, moisture-penetration relationship, field soil testing, geotechnical equipment, soil density evaluation, compaction control, interchangeable needles, T310