Front Loading Oedometer

SKU: SL250 CATEGORY: Shrink Swell Test, Consolidation & Oedometer Testing

Description

The Front Loading Oedometer is manufactured from rigid cast aluminium and designed for bench mounting.  Beam Ratios:

  • 9:1
  • 10:1
  • 11:1

A self-aligning bearing between the yoke and the lever ensures vertical and concentric loading of the sample. A built-in screw jack is provided to take the weight of the beam when a new weight is added to prevent shock loading. A counter weight is also provided to counteract the weight of the beam on the sample.

ACCESSORIES

Optional DATA Oedometer Data Acquisition System For T-210/E or SL250

3 x LVDT Sensors Can Be Activated At Same Time, Transfer Data Instantly To Computer,Software Package & Computer Installation Included.
(Computer Sold Separately)

Fixed Ring Consolidation Cells available for Oedometer:

  • 45mm (SL271)
  • 50mm (SL255)

Consolidation Cells consist of the following parts:

  • Anodized Aluminium Base with Acrylic
  • Cylinder Stainless Steel Pressure Pad
  • Upper Bauxalite Stone  
  • Lower Bauxalite Stone
  • Stainless Steel Cutting Ring
Features

  • Economical solution for consolidation testing of soils
  • Corrosion-resistant anodized aluminium frame
  • Rear-weight counterbalance beam assembly allows various beam ratios

Optional Extras:
  • Fixed or Floating Consolidation Cell
  • 50kg Weight Set
  • Dead Weight Consolidation Frame Stand to convert to a free-standing floor model - Available in Single, Twin or Triple.
  • Mechanical Dial Indicator or Transducer to ensure proper loading
  • Loading Ball also helps assure loading is accurate