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Constant Load Permeaters for Sand/Aggregates

Supplied complete with tubing and hardware Accessory manometer panel and head tank assemblies Each permeameter comes equipped with valves, porous stones and tubing for connection to a water source, vacuum, and manometer tubes. To prevent soil density changes during the test, a spring is incorporated in the top cap to apply 5 to 10 lbf. […]

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  • Supplied complete with tubing and hardware
  • Accessory manometer panel and head tank assemblies

Each permeameter comes equipped with valves, porous stones and tubing for connection to a water source, vacuum, and manometer tubes. To prevent soil density changes during the test, a spring is incorporated in the top cap to apply 5 to 10 lbf. (2.2 to 4.5 kg) against the top porous stone.

Clamping Rods Three; quick release type.
ASTM D2434 Yes
Description Constant Head Sand/Gravel Permeameters

Specifications

Construction Anodized aluminum end caps and clamping ring acrylic chamber.
Manometer Parts Two. Located on the acrylic chambers side wall. The distances between ports are equal to the diameter
Clamping Rods Three; quick release type.
Weights Net 7-12 lbs. (3.2-5.4 kg).

25-0562 3.0” (76 mm) i.d.
25-0563 4.5" (114 mm) i.d.
25-0564 6.0" (152 mm) i.d.

Manometer Panel and Constant Head Tank System; not included, order separately.