VICKSBERG PENETROMETER (PROVING RING PENETROMETER): WITH OPTICAL VIEWER.

AS PER ASTM D 1558 D 2573

Introduction:

• This is fork determining the bearing capacity of sub grades or for compaction control.
• It also used for rapidly determining the penetration resistance of soils in shallow exploration work.

General Description and Specifications: Consists of

• A study handle under which is fixed a sensitive Proving Ring. An extension piece is fixed to the bottom of the Proving Ring and carries a detachable penetration cone at its tip.
• Proving ring capacity 100 kg (1 KN) and 0.0002 mm dial gauge provided indicates the penetration load applied.
• An optical viewer is provided to facilitate reading the dial gauge by the operator.
• Simplified for single person operation.
• A calibration chart is provided for the proving ring.
• Instrument is complete in a wooden carrying case.