4in Soil Density Mold Sets are used when compacting soil samples for standard Proctor Compaction tests. These molds can be used alone with Soil Compaction Hammers and will also fit the Mechanical Soil Compactors. Complete Mold Sets include a 4x4.584in (102x116.4mm) IDxH mold, detachable extension collar, and base plate. The rugged heavy steel sets are clear zinc plated for rust resistance. The mold volume is 0.0333ft³ (943cm³). Mold Body, Base Plate, and Collar are each also available separately.
Sets are available with solid molds, designed for use with sample ejectors, or as vertically split molds that spring open slightly when clamps are released for easy sample removal.
Features:
- Optimal for various soil moisture-density relationship (Proctor) tests
- Solid or split molds available for soil sample removal options
- Heavily plated steel molds are precision machined to meet standards
- The collar is interchangeable among all Gilson 4in soil compaction molds
Included Items:
- 4in Soil Density Mold Set
Accessories:
- HMA-135 Stainless Steel Straight Edge is used for trimming molded sample
- Soil Compaction Hammers are constructed of 100% 303 stainless steel and are used for compacting soil sample
- HM-514 Sample Ejector for 4in Molds Only provides easy extrusion of a compacted soil sample from mold
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