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Hand Vane Tester

Direct-reading scale with max-reading pointer. Provides quick and accurate shear strength values of cohesive soils. Lightweight carrying case for easy transport to the field. The Hand Vane Tester is an accurate and portable instrument used for the determination of in-situ shear strength of cohesive soils, either on-site or on undisturbed or remolded samples in the […]

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  • Direct-reading scale with max-reading pointer.
  • Provides quick and accurate shear strength values of cohesive soils.
  • Lightweight carrying case for easy transport to the field.

The Hand Vane Tester is an accurate and portable instrument used for the determination of in-situ shear strength of cohesive soils, either on-site or on undisturbed or remolded samples in the laboratory.

The instrument consists of a torque head with a direct-reading scale which is turned by hand. A non-return type pointer retains the test reading. A 19 mm (0.75") diameter vane and 300 mm (11.8") extension rod is supplied as standard.

Specifications

Torque Head. Direct-reading with maximum pointer; aluminum construction; graduated in kPa with conversion chart for lbs./sq. ft. and kg/sq. cm.
Vane. 19 mm (0.75") diam. 0-120 kPa (2,506 lbs./sq. ft.) capacity.
Extension Rod. 300 mm (11.8") l.
Carrying Case. 13" w. x 10-1/2" d. x 3-1/2" h. (330 x 260 x 85 mm).
Weight. Net 5-1/2 lbs. (2.5 kg).