Unconfined Compression Tester (Motorised)
IS 2720 (PART X) ASTM T 208
This is a motorized instrument for determining the unconfined compression strength of soil specimens of
dia. ranging from 38 to 100mm. Load on the sample is applied gradually by a load frame and loads are
measured on a sensitive proving ring attached to the load frame.
Specification:
Comprises a screw operated load frame, cap.5000kg with a gear box and motor drive giving 1.25,
1.5, 2.5mm/min. Rates of strain, a pair of cone seating, adaptor for proving ring, and stain dial gauge
bracket. Supplied with one pair of male/female coning tools for 38mm dia samples but without ring
and dial gauge. Suitable for operation on 230 V, Single Phase A.C. Supply.
Accessories: Coning tools in pairs (Male & Female) for samples having diameter 38, 50, 75 & 100mm