The 2.42in Floating Ring Consolidometer is for specimens 2.42 x 1in (61.47 x 25.4mm) Dia. x H. The unit comes with a stainless steel base w/ attached acrylic inundation ring, and a loading pad. Also included are a cutting sample ring, 2.4in diameter top and bottom porous stones (0.25 and 0.50in thick), and loading ball. Ordering additional components allows for more efficient sample preparation or use as a replacement part.

Features:

• Durable stainless steel and acrylic construction
• Compatible with most consolidation load frames

Included Items:

• Floating Ring Consolidometer
• Cutting Sample Ring
• Two Porous Stones
• Loading Ball

Consolidometers measure soil specimens for strength and for estimation of potential settlement of pavements and structures. These fixtures contain the soil specimens in rings and are generally placed in Consolidation Load Frames for loading.Consolidometers either have fixed rings, meaning the specimen ring is fixed to the base, or floating rings, where the ring is supported by thefriction of the specimen.Fixed and Floating Ring Consolidometers are available in a range of sizes in both in and mm diameters. Consolidometers are designed to fit Consolidation Load Frames, as well as most other manufacturers’ units.WithFloating Ring Consolidometers, the ring is supported by the friction of the specimen, and transfers force to the specimen through both the top and bottom.

MeetsTest Methods:
AASHTO T216
ASTM D 2435
ASTM D 4546