Consolidation Test Set

Standards: ASTM D2435, D3877, D4546, AASHTO T216, CEN ISO/TS 17892-5, BS 1377:5

The one-dimensional consolidation test of a soil sample enables to ascertain the settlement characteristic over a given period of time. Loads are applied with progressive increases and the settlement values are read on a dial gauge.

Tests are carried out on specimens prepared from undisturbed samples. Data obtained from these tests together with classification data and a knowledge of the soils loading history, enables estimates to be made of the behavior of foundations under load.

The Front Loading Oedometeris rigidly manufactured from aluminum alloy casting to provide a high degree of accuracy with any frame distortions under load. The frame is designed to load the specimen through a lever arm assembly and one of three alternative beam ratios as 9:1, 10:1 and 11:1. The beam is fitted with a counter balance weight and beam support jack. The cell platform will accept the complete range consolidation cells and is fitted with a central spigot to ensure accurate centering of the cell under the loading.

Bench for Consolidation is 3 Oedometer capacity.

The fixed ring Consolidation Cells are manufactured from corrosion-resistant materials and conform to the requirements of the relevant standards. All cells are supplied complete with Upper and Lower Porous Disc, Pressure Pad and Cutting (Specimen) Ring. Any Consolidation Cells are listed below can be chosen.

Any Dial Gauges and Set of Weightsare listed below can be chosen.

Apparatus for prepare Consolidation Samples and Calibration Disc should be ordered separately.