S.M.Engineering Works

Features:

• Two pillar type
• Detachable Frame
• Enclosed motor and gear system
• Jewel lamps indicating direction of motion
• Operational ease
• Useful for Triaxial and CBR Tests

The Load Frame consists of a cabinet which houses the gear system and motor with sturdy angle iron frame. the loading is done through the bottom loading platen, which is carried on a lead screw, which advances upwards. the top load bracket, which slides over two upright pillars, can be positioned at any desired height and locked. It carries a screw adapter for standard Proving rings and Load Cells.

The loading part of the unit is detachable from the main unit for ease of transport and to avoid damage to the tension rods.

Rates of Strain: 30 fixed speeds between 0.00048 mm/min and 6.00 mm/min. Suitable for operation on 220 V, 50 Hz, single phase, AC supply.

Note: Load Frame, Motorized Single and Three Speed are also Available

• Standards: ASTM D 4944 AASHTO T 217
• Specification: The unit consists of a pressure vessel with clamp for sealing cap, capacity is 20 gms. Rubber sealing gasket, pressure gauge calibrated in percentage moisture content 0-25% x 0.25% on the wet weight basis, an electronic balance for weighing sample, a scoop for measuring carbide reagent, a bottle of reagent, one cleaning brush and a set of 4 steel balls for thorough mixing . Complete in highly polished wooden carrying case with handle.

• Standards: IS 2720 (PART V), BS 1377-2 , ASTM D 4318
• Specification: same as hand operated liquid limit but fitted with a motor geared down to give approximately 120 rpm. Suitable for operation on 230 V A.C., Single Phase, 50 Cycles.
• Spares: Casagrande grooving tool. ASTM grooving tool, height block, 1cm high.