Relative Density Test
IS 2720 (PART XIV), ASTM D 4253 & ASTM D 4254
The equipment is used for the determination of the relative
density of cohesion less free draining soils and meets the
essential requirements.
The equipment consists one each of:
Vibratory table, with a cushioned steel vibrating decks about
75cm x 75cm. It has a frequency of approximately 3600
vibratory table, minute under a 11.5kg load. Amplitude is
variable in between 0.65mm in step of 0.05 to 0.25mm,
0.25 to 0.45 mm and 0.45 to 0.65mm. Suitable for
operations on 415V, Three Phase supply. Cylindrical
metal unit weight mould, 3000ml capacity. Guide sleeve
with clamp assembly. Surcharges base plate for mould.
Handle for surcharge base plate. Surcharge weight.
The total weight together with surcharge base plate and
handle is equipment to 140 kg. / cm2. For mould. Cylindrical
metal unit weight mould 15000 ml. capacity. (Total
weight together with the above mould & surcharge weight is
equivalent to 140 kg./ cm2
) dial gauge 0.01mm x 50mm
travel. Extension piece 25mm for dial gauge.