SEMI AUTOMATIC PENETROMETER

TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION :
Used to determine grade of bitumen. The penetration tests determine consistency of bitumen for the purpose of grading. Depth in units 1/10 of millimeter to which a standard needle having a standard weight will penetrate vertically in a duration of five seconds at a temperature of 25° determines penetration for gradation.
It consists of a vertical pillar mounted on a base provided with leveling screws. The head, together with dial plunger rod a cone (or needle) slides on a pillar and can be clamped at any desired height. A rack and pinion and pointer assemble provides fine adjustment of needle or cone tip to sample. It incorporates a clutch mechanism. Which makes reading of penetration and subsequent resetting a simple and accurate operation
The unit is compact with timer to control duration of penetration. The instrument is provided with lead screw gear arrangement, Leveling screws, Spirit level.

DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT :
Size :0.3 m.(L)x 0.3 m(W) X 0.5m ( H )
Weight :Approx. 5 Kg
SERVICE REQUIRED :
Power Supply : 230 v AC , Single Phase 6amps , 50 hz
SCOPE OF DELIVERY:
1. Experimental Setup
2. Instructional Manual

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