Concrete Penetrometer: Cement and Concrete Tests
Cement and Concrete Pocket Penetrometer for Field and Lab Evaluation for Initial Set of Mortar
Cement and concrete mortar penetrometers including the concrete pocket penetrometer are supplied complete and are the tools of choice for testing the consistency and hardening properties of cement and concrete mixes according to ASTM C403 and AASHTO T197. The concrete pocket penetrometer measures the resistance and penetration of mortars sieved with a needle or sliding ring to determine the initial set.
The concrete pocket penetrometer is supplied complete with a carrying case for easy transport and storage. It meets ASTM C403 and AASHTO T197 specifications. The concrete pocket penetrometer has a graduated dial, spring loaded needle or sliding ring and a mechanism to hold the test specimen during setting time. The calibrated range and scale on the dial shows psi on the concrete pocket penetrometer.
The tip area and shaft of the concrete pocket penetrometer are precision measured for accurate readings. To perform the test the mortars sieved are prepared and sieved to ensure uniformity. The test specimen is placed in the concrete pocket penetrometer and the needle or sliding ring is slowly applied to the surface of the mortar and setting time. The resistance felt during penetration is measured by the dial or the displacement of the sliding ring. The penetration value and penetration depth of one inch is measured by the penetration plunger. This measurement gives an indication of the consistency and hardening properties of the cement or concrete mixes.
Field and lab evaluation including lab testing is required to determine the initial set of concrete mortar. The concrete mortar penetrometer is ideal for field use as it can be used anywhere and is quick and easy to use. The concrete pocket penetrometer comes with a carrying case to protect it and transport it to different testing locations.
The lightweight concrete mortar penetrometer operates within a specific range as indicated on the device. The rate of penetration resistance is shown on the graduated dial for accurate and consistent readings. The concrete pocket penetrometer can measure the initial set of concrete with penetration depths of 1 to 20 mm depending on the model and application.
In summary cement and concrete mortar penetrometers are supplied complete with everything you need in the construction and materials testing industry. They give you the information on the consistency and hardening properties of the set of concrete mortar so you can evaluate the quality and performance of the material.
