Fall Cone Apparatus Manufacturer,Supplier and Exporter in India
Product Code : TVT-STE-10598
The Fall Cone Apparatus provides a rapid, simple and accurate method for determining the undrained shear strength and sensitivity of both undisturbed and remoulded clays, and can also be used to determine the liquid limit of soil by the cone penetration method.
How It Works
A standard cone of known mass and angle is allowed to fall freely under its own weight into the surface of a soil specimen for a fixed period, and the depth of penetration is measured using a digital caliper mounted on the frame. Because the relationship between cone penetration depth and undrained shear strength has been established through extensive research, the measured penetration can be converted directly to a shear strength value; testing the same soil in its undisturbed and remoulded states allows the sensitivity of the clay to be calculated.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Caliper Type | Digital |
| Dimension | 183 (L) x 223 (W) x 504 (H) mm |
| Weight | 13 kg |
Applications
The fall cone test for undrained shear strength and sensitivity of clays is carried out per ISO/TS 17892-6: Geotechnical Investigation and Testing – Laboratory Testing of Soil – Part 6: Fall Cone Test, while the cone penetration method for liquid limit determination follows BS 1377 (Part 2) and is recognised as an alternative method under ASTM D4318 and IS 2720 (Part 5). The dual capability makes the fall cone apparatus a versatile addition to a soil mechanics laboratory already running Atterberg limits and shear strength testing.
Related Products & Category
This machine is part of the Soil Testing Equipment range at Tvet Equipments. Related machines include: Liquid Limit Apparatus, Laboratory Vane Apparatus.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the fall cone test measure?
It measures the undrained shear strength and, by comparing undisturbed and remoulded specimens, the sensitivity of cohesive clay soils.
Can this apparatus also determine the liquid limit?
Yes, the cone penetration method for liquid limit determination (per BS 1377 Part 2 / ASTM D4318 / IS 2720 Part 5) uses the same fall-cone principle.
Why is a digital caliper used?
A digital caliper gives a precise, repeatable reading of cone penetration depth, which is directly correlated to shear strength or liquid limit depending on the test being run.
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