Ultra Pump Air Meter for Concrete Pressure Meters

Ultra Pump Air Meter for Concrete

The Ultra Pump Air Meter is a precision tool for measuring air content in freshly mixed concrete, ensuring your mixes meet critical quality standards. Compatible with all Type B Concrete Air Meters — including popular systems like the Humboldt and Forney Press-Aire meters — this brass pump delivers durability, accuracy, and ease of use in both laboratory and jobsite settings. 

By accurately measuring entrained air, contractors and engineers ensure concrete complies with ASTM C231 and AASHTO T152 standards, which is crucial for enhanced freeze-thaw durability, workability, and structural performance. 

Key Features

• Fast and Efficient: Builds required test pressure quickly with fewer strokes. 
• Durable Construction: All-brass pump resists acids; stainless steel gauge housing extends service life. 
• Accurate Results: Precision gauge calibration provides dependable air content readings. 
• Ergonomic Design: Vinyl-coated handle improves comfort and corrosion resistance. 
• Complete Kit: Includes calibration vessels, tubes, tamping rod, straightedge, rod strike-off bar, and a plastic carrying case for portability. 

The Ultra Pump’s thoughtful design — such as a sloped top to prevent residue buildup and a reliable check valve that reduces common O-ring issues — ensures repeatable and accurate measurements across many tests.

How It Works

The Ultra Pump Air Meter operates using a pressure chamber system based on Boyle’s Law:

1. Introduce a known volume of air into a concrete sample.
2. Pressurize the sample using the air pump.
3. Read the air content on the gauge for an immediate measurement.

This system provides fast, accurate, and repeatable results, making it a trusted tool for fresh concrete air content testing. 

For a complete air content testing solution including gauge and pressure chamber, see the Gilson Concrete Air Meter with Digital Gauge, which delivers professional-grade performance for entrained air measurements. 

Why Measure Air Content in Concrete?

Properly measuring air content in fresh concrete is critical for several reasons:

• Durability: Entrained air voids help buffer concrete during freeze-thaw cycles. 
• Workability: Appropriate air content improves mix handling and placement. Strength: Accurate air measurement helps prevent defects like honeycombing and surface imperfections.
• Compliance: Ensures compliance with industry standards such as ASTM C231 and AASHTO T152. 

Maintaining the right air content contributes to long-lasting, high-quality concrete, reducing repair costs and increasing project reliability.

For full test setups, including concrete air meter kits with gauges and all necessary accessories, explore the Concrete Air Meter Kit with Rubber Mallet — a professional solution for comprehensive air content testing. 

Accessories & Maintenance

The Ultra Pump Air Meter kit includes:

• Calibration vessels and tubes
• Tamping rod with strike-off bar
• Aluminum straightedge
• Durable carrying case with foam inserts
• Replacement gauges compatible with most Type B meters 

Maintenance Tips:

• Clean equipment after each test to avoid residue buildup. 
• Check O-ring seals and clamps for tightness. 
• Use calibration vessels regularly to verify accuracy. 

Replacement and repair parts such as the Petcock for Concrete Air Meters and Gasket and O-Ring Kit for Concrete Air Meters support long-term service life and accuracy. 

Applications

The Ultra Pump Air Meter is ideal for:

• Concrete laboratories and field testing environments
• Construction projects requiring ASTM/AASHTO compliance
• Quality control for high-performance and standard concrete mixes
• Routine verification by engineers, contractors, and testing labs

Measuring air content accurately supports better concrete performance, longevity, and overall structural quality.