Field Inspection Pocket Vane Tester NL 5049 X / 001

The Field Inspection Pocket Vane Tester is especially designed to measure the in situ undrained shear strength in clays. The instrument consists of a T-handle cylindrical body where a torsional spring in housed, and three interchangeable vanes of different sizes, used depending to the expected strength of the soil to be tested. The height / diameter ratio of all vanes is 2.

SKU: ELE0008

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Description

Standard: ASTM D2573

The Field Inspection Pocket Vane Tester is especially designed to measure the in situ undrained shear strength in clays. The instrument consists of a T-handle cylindrical body where a torsional spring in housed, and three interchangeable vanes of different sizes, used depending to the expected strength of the soil to be tested. The height / diameter ratio of all vanes is 2.

During operation, the vane is driven for 5-6 cm into the soil and then turned with the handle. Deep measures (i.e. on the top of undisturbed samples) can be obtained using the extension rod.

Features:-

  • Perfect kit for all those measuring in top soils.
  • Ideal for agronomists, civil engineers.
  • Small but sensitive and accurate.
  • Drag ring for easy read-out.
  • Dummy used for zero measurement.

Specification

Overview

Brand

Nl Test

Model number

NL 5049 X / 001

Measuring Range

0 to 260 kPa

Torque Value

5 Nm

Extension Rod

included

Max. Depth

3 meters