DIRECT READING DIGITAL PENETROMETER - FOR BITUMEN

Compliance with following International Standards:

IS 1203, ASTM D5

Silent Features:

1. Compact design and rugged construction ensures long service life & facilitates transport for Laboratory field applications.
2. Powder coated body parts for aesthetical outer appearance
3. Sturdy cast iron base provides excellent support.
4. Built‑in spirit level and leveling screws ensure proper alignment during testing.
5. Supplied with digital indicator to display penetration value and Digital time controller

Brief construction details:

1. The apparatus consists of a cast aluminum base with an iron stand, on which moves an aluminum arm.
2. A Digital Penetration indicator is fixed on this arm and a brass chromium plated rod slide through the lower portion of the arm.
3. A Brass Needle with plunger is fitted to this rod as per the test application.
4. Rack, pinion and pointer assembly is provided for fine adjustment of Penetration Arm / Head
5. The base of the instrument is also user adjustable. It can also be lifted up / down with the jack provided at the bottom.
6. The automatic digital timer and electrical arrangement, which on push of a button, allows the plunger rod to fall freely for 5 seconds and clamps it automatically after 5 seconds.
7. The penetration value is measured and indicated on Digital indicator
8. The penetration time is controlled and indicated on Digital Timer Panel with least count of 0.1 second.
9. Digital indicator measures the penetration distance in 0.01 mm accuracy.
10. Operates on 230 Volt, 50 Hz, Single Phase, AC Supply

 Supplied complete with following Accessories:

1. Digital time controller with auto magnetic clutch release mechanism on push of a button. Having timing range 0‑99 minutes (No need of stop watch)   1 No.
2. Digital Penetration indicator with 0.01 mm accuracy - 1 No.
3. Sample container of 55mm dia x 35mm height  - 1 No.
4. Magnetic coil for automatic controller - 1 No.

At Extra cost

1. Low Temp. water bath to maintain 25°C ± 0.1 °C is essential for the accuracy of the test results. Available at extra cost
2. Penetration cup 55mm X 70mm
3. Penetration cup 70mm X 45mm
4. Thermometer ASTM 17C