SAND CONE TEST APPARATUS-(ASTM D1556)
The Sand Cone Apparatus is used to determine the in-place density and unit weight of any soil that can be excavated to a stable condition with hand tools.
Comprises with following International Standards :
ASTM D1556, AASTHO T191
Application :
The Sand Cone Apparatus is used to determine the in-place density and unit weight of any soil that can be excavated to a stable condition with hand tools.
Construction Details :
- The complete Sand Cone Density Apparatus consists of a One gallon threaded plastic container, COE detachable double cone, which is threaded on one end for attaching the threaded plastic jar; and, has a 6.5" (165mm) dia. flanged opening on the other, which fits the opening of the sand cone tray and a 12" x 12" (300 x 300 mm) base plate with 6.5" (165mm) diameter hole.
- The cone assembly is fabricated from corrosion resistant material.
- The metal cone is threaded on one end, which can be fixed to a cylindrical valve of 1/2in (12.7mm) diameter orifice between ends. Valve has stops to prevent rotating past completely open or closed positions.
- The sand cone is having to 6.5" (165mm) diameter as per ASTM D1556.
- The Density Base Plate provides a stable base for the Sand Cone. A center flanged 6 ½ in (165 mm) diameter hole receives the standard Sand Cone Funnel in it.
- The flanged Density Base Plate also helps in preventing loss of soil removed from the test hole.
- The density base plate is also made from corrosion resistant material.
