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Geotester Pocket Penetrometer

Model: HM-502
$373.60
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Geotester pocket dial penetrometer set is ideal for on-site measurement of soil strength. It gives estimated unconfined compressive strength directly in tsf or kg/cm² when used with the standard 1/4in dia. penetration plunger. Four other plungers with 10, 15, 20, and 25mm diameters are included to give strengths over a wide range of cohesive soil types.

The piston is pressed into the soil to the calibration notch. The maximum force value is retained on the dial until released by a push button. The inner dial scale is 0–6.0 x 0.1 divisions in tsf or kg/cm². Outer scale gives total force over 0–11kg range x 0.1kg divisions, and the readings are used with the charts provided to estimate unconfined compressive strengths.

The sturdy geotester features non-corrosive stainless steel contact parts and has a large 2.5in (63mm) dial. The dial is user-calibrated using register plates provided and any reliable scale of 10–15lb capacity. The 2.5x4.5in (63x114 Dia.xH penetrometer comes with five stainless steel plungers in a 5.65x2.75x1.25in (146x70x32mm) WxDxH hard plastic carrying case with instructions, data tables, and register plates. View our full line of soil penetrometers.

Features:

  • Provides unconfined compressive strength estimates in tsf or kg/cm²
  • Tests a wide range of cohesive soils
  • Non-corrosive
  • User-calibrated dial

Included Items:

  • Dial
  • Stainless Steel Plungers
  • Data Tables
  • Register Plates
  • Plastic Carrying Case

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Specifications

Attribute name Attribute value
Dimensions

Penetrometer: 2.5 x 4.5in (63 x 114mm), Dia.xH

Plastic Case: 5.65 x 2.75 x 1.25in (146 x 70 x 32mm), WxDxH

Net Weight 13oz (369g)
Estimated Shipping Weight 1.0lb (0.45kg)

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Q: Will this work with fan-forced heaters?

I'm very satisfied with this product. It was exactly what I wanted in my travel trailer, for a lot more accurate heating. Now I can pinpoint it to exactly the temperature I want, instead of guessing, sliding the conventional thermostat back and forth. Will for sure save on propane too! Nice back light when adjusting the temperature, making it easy to see even at night.

Q: Will this work with fan-forced heaters?

I'm very satisfied with this product. It was exactly what I wanted in my travel trailer, for a lot more accurate heating. Now I can pinpoint it to exactly the temperature I want, instead of guessing, sliding the conventional thermostat back and forth. Will for sure save on propane too! Nice back light when adjusting the temperature, making it easy to see even at night.

Q: Will this work with fan-forced heaters?

I'm very satisfied with this product. It was exactly what I wanted in my travel trailer, for a lot more accurate heating. Now I can pinpoint it to exactly the temperature I want, instead of guessing, sliding the conventional thermostat back and forth. Will for sure save on propane too! Nice back light when adjusting the temperature, making it easy to see even at night.

Q: Will this work with fan-forced heaters?

I'm very satisfied with this product. It was exactly what I wanted in my travel trailer, for a lot more accurate heating. Now I can pinpoint it to exactly the temperature I want, instead of guessing, sliding the conventional thermostat back and forth. Will for sure save on propane too! Nice back light when adjusting the temperature, making it easy to see even at night.

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