SAND ABSORPTION CONE AND TAMPER:

AS PER ASTM: C 128, AASHO: T 84

Introduction: Used for determining the slump of fine aggregate in the determination of bulk and apparent  specific gravity and absorption of fine aggregate.

General Description and Specifications:

The equipment comprises of -A conical metal mould 1.5 inch dia at the top, 3.5 inch dia at the base and 2.7/8 inch in height. 

A metal tamping rod weighing 12 ounces and having a flat circular tamping face 1 inch in diameter.