Portable test for the determination of moisture content of soils, sand and fine aggregates.
Standards BS 6576 AASHTO T217 NF P94-052-1 ASTM D4944
A well established portable test method for the determination of moisture content of soils, sand and fine aggregates. The procedure involves the reaction between water and calcium carbide which when mixed together give off a gas. The amount of gas is directly proportional to the amount of water present in the sample and results in percentage are taken from a pressure gauge.
The tester is supplied complete with electronic balance, brushes and measure in a plastic carrying case.
Two versions available: 47-T0023/A 20 g cap., and 47-T0024/A 6 g cap.
| Model | 47-T0024/A | 47-T0023/A |
| Moisture range | 0-20% | 0-20% |
| Gauge divisions | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Standard weight on balance | 6 g | 20 g |
| Case dimensions | 510x380x200 mm | 510x380x200 mm |
| Weight approx.: | 5.5 kg | 6 kg |
Portable analogic pressure calibrator for Speedy moisture tester
Portable test for the determination of moisture content of soils, sand and fine aggregates.
Standards BS 6576 AASHTO T217 ASTM D4944
The universal moisture tester can be used for soils, sand and fine aggregates.
The 19-T0019, -T0019/G and -T0019/H models can determine moisture contents of 2% or under on samples up to 100g in mass, the 19-T0019/F long bottle version can determine up to 20% on 20g samples, while the Speedy models are suitable for determinations of up to 20% on 6-20g of sample.
The operating principle is identical for all models: the sample is introduced into the bottle with the reagent and the water in the sample reacts with calcium carbide and produces a gas, the pressure of which is indicated on the manometer and easily converted into the percentage of moisture.
Shearing motion: Electromechanically driven at 4°
Used to store and maintain dry the soil sample previously dried.
Standards ASTM D8079
Used to store and maintain dry the soil sample previously dried in oven to avoid the absorption of the air humidity until the complete cooling.
Made from transparent plastic for a clear view of content. The unit include an internal metal frame with two shelves. The cabinet has to be normally completed with a suitable metal pan and dessicator salts (Silica gel). See accessories.
Silica gel with indicator. 1000 g
Automatically and simultaneously dries and weighs solid samples for the determination of moisture.
Standards ASTM D8079
Automatically and simultaneously dries and weighs solid samples for the determination of moisture content. Provides a continuous direct readout for both weight and percentage moisture loss through the entire cycle. Built in timer.
