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Extra High Capacity ChambersFunctionDernountable chambers tor triaxial testing in various loading devices,Testing StandardsASTM D-2850 (Model T-163 only).Specificatíons

High Capacity Triexiel ChambersFunctionFor triaxial testing in various loading devices.Testing StetuierosASTM 0-2850 (Model T-160 only).Specifications Sample Size.

Load Ceoecitv. Lateral Pressure. Cylinder Head. Loading Pistan. Base.Cyiinder.Mountíng. Filter Discs. Membranes.

Reler to model number below.20,000 lbs.(9,074 kg).250 psi (1724 kPa) max. Steel; with .steel gland.Lapped stainless stee! in bronze retaining s!eeve; 1" diarn. Slael plate; 8" x S'" x 2" thickSieel; 6" diam. x 1/4" thick; two port holes. Semi-permanent.Porous corundum: 2 per sample size indicated by model number. Opaque latex; 0.014" nominal thiekness; 1 doz. per sample size indieatedby rnodel.One pad eaeh DT-1, OT-2 and DT-3.

Sample Size. Load Capaeity. Lateral Pressure. Cyllnder Head.

Refer to mode! number below.15,000 lbs. (680 kgl.200 psi (1380 kPa) max. Polished aluminum

,=L"-oa::.;d::in,,,g"-'-P.:oi~::..:to::n,,-._:L=a",p",-pp,,-s_tde::e...\::.isnt:.:b:ar,o-,inn.z:.e:le=réeSt:a'::i'nSing sleeve; 1,. diam.Base. CylindC'8:..¡.r.Port Holes.Filter Discs. Membranes. Data Sheets.

Aluminurn; 12·' x 12".-CéS:-c\e:8:.;:e;-::d'..;,éio.:-_'":';:.a"m,x-c¡:-.1:,'c-/'4t".':h..:.:·c'.i,c.:''ck'- Clear plastic windows.Porous corundum; two inc!uded. _.

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:---:--;--;--,- _Opaque latcx; 0.014" nominal thickness; one doz. included. One pad each al OT-1, DT-2 and OT-3. Data

Sheets.

ModelsModelsIncludes valves and fittings Ior controllines. Model T-160 shown.T-160. For 4" diam. X 8" 1. samples. 2 port holes.T-162. For 6" diam. X 12" 1. sarnples. 4 port hales.WeightsT-160; Net 57 lbs.; Shpq. 65 lbs.T-162; Net 67 lbs.: Shpg. 75 lbs.Replacement PettsT-306. Coruruium Porous Stone. 4.0" diam. x 1/4" thick. Net Wt. 1/4 lb.

(O 1 kg); Shpg Wt. 1/2 lb. (0.23 kg).T-321. Corundum Porous Stone. 6" dlarn. x 1/2" thick.T-614. Triexiel Membranes. 4.0" diam. x 12" l.; one doz.T-618. Triaxial Membranes. 6.0" diam. x 16" l.: one doz. Shpg Wt. 1 lb.DT-l. Initíal Data and WaterContent Sheets. 8-1/2" x 11"; pad ot 100 sheets.OT-2. Consolídation Data Sheets. 8-1/2" x 11": pad of 100 sheets.OT-3. Ouick Test Data and ComoutetionSheets. 8-1/2" x 11": pad 01 100

sheets.T-332. Neoprene Gasket. 8" o.d. x 1/16" thick.

Includes valves and fittings lor controllines.T-163. For 2.8" diarn. x 5" 1. sarnples.T-164. For 2.8" and 4,0" diam. samples.WeightsT-163; Net 93.lbs.; Shpg 108 lbs. T-164 Net 96 lbs" Shpg 1121bs. Replacement PartsT-304. Porous Corundum Stone. 2.8" diam. X 1/4" thick.T-306. Porous Corundum Stone. 4.0" diam. X 1/4" thick. Net WI. 1/4 lb.

(O1 kg); Shpg WI. 1/2 lb. (0.23 kg).T-610. Triaxiaf Membranes. 2.8" diam. X 10" l.: one doz.T-614. Triaxial Membranes. 4.0" diam. X 12" l.: one doz. Shpg. Wt. 1 lb.OT-l. Initial Data and Water content Sheets. 8-1/2" x 11"; pad 01 100 sheets.DT-2. Consolidation Data Sheets. 8-1/2" x 11": pad 01 100 sheets.DT-3, Ouick Test Data and Computatíon Sheets. 8-1/2" x 11": pad 01 100

sheets.T-330. Neoprene Gesket. 6" o.d. x 1/16" thick.

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High Pressure Triexiel ChambersFunctionFor triaxial testing with compression machines.SpeciticstionsSample Sizes. Refer to model number. Load Cepecitv. 450.000 lbs. (204,174 kg) Lateral Pressure. 8000 psi (55,172 kPa) max.

Compression Testing MachineFunctionDesioneo lor use with T-8000 Series High Pressure Triaxiá: Charnbers.Specifications

Chamber. 8-1/2" i.d, x 11-1/2" o.d. x 1-1/2" wall thickness; removable head;alr release valve4" diam, 2" stroke.Manual1y operated hydraulic: two-speed concentric; with reservoir and quick release valve.Up io 3 triaxlal tests; 9 cu. in. fluid/stroke8-1/2" diarn.: one 5000 psi, one 10,000 psi.Upper swivel-mounted to pistan: two sets included; with sample cen tering sleevesFour; with copper conducting terminals tor strain 93uge leads

400,000 lbs.34' x 36·' x 69 'h.12" wide

Capacity. Dimensions Frame.

Models

Loadlng Piston.Pump.

Pump CapacityGauges.Platens.

Note: Shown with Model T-8000 Triaxial Charnber.CT-980. Includes load platens and gaugeWeightsNet 2200 lbs.Ports.

ModelsIncludes relief valve, fluicl dumping pan, hvdraulic fluid, disconnects, gaugeand pump lines, connections. Model T-8040 shown.T-8000. For 2" diam. x 4" h. ancl3" diam. x6" h. sarnples; 22-5/8" h. (57.5 cm).T-8040. For 4" diarn.x 8" h. and6" diarn.x 12" h. samples;28-1/2" h. (72.39 cm).WeightsT-8000 Shpg. 600 lbs. (272.2 kg)T-8040: Net 500 lbs. (226.8 kg); Shpg 650 lbs. (294.9 kg)Accessories/OptionsCT-980. Testing tvtscnine, 400,000 lb. capacity. With load platensand gauge

Net Wl. 2200 lb",G-282. High Vacuum Grease. 5.3 oz. tube. Box of 12.

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Super Pressure Triaxial ChamberFunctionFor triaxial testing of roek samples up lo 15,000 psi (103,448 kPa) lateralpressure.SpecificationsSample Sizes. 7/8" diarn. x 2" h.: 2-1/4" diam x 4-1/2" h.; and 3" diam. x 6" h.Load Capacity. 450,000 lbs. (204,174 kg)_Lateral Pressure. 15,000 psi (103,448 kPa) max.

7" i.d. x 13" o.d. x 22-1/4" h.: air release valve.3-1/2" diam., 2" stroke.Manually Operated hydraulic: two speed concentric; with 5 gal. reservoir and quick release valve.

Chamber. Loading Pistan. Pump.

Gauges. Platens. Ports.

ModelsIncludes relief valve, fluid dumping pan, hydraulic fluid, disconnects, gaugeand purnp lines, connections.T-8150.WeightsNet 620 lbs. (281.2 kg); Shpg. 800 lbs. (3629 kq).Replacement PartsT-8150-04_ 15,000 psi Pressure Gauge. 8-1/2" diam.

Super Pressure Triaxial Chamber, Large SamplesFunctionFor triaxial testing of rock samples up lo 15,000 psi (103,448 kPa) lateralpressureSpeciticetionsSame as Model T-8150, except:

High Pressure Triaxial Chamber for Pulsating Load TestsFunctionFor pulsating load testing of rock samples and concrete cylinders.SpecificationsSample Size. 6" diarn. x 12" !.

Sample Sizes. Chember, LoacJing Pistan.

Models T-8154. Weights

4" diarn. x 8" h.; and 6" diam. x 12" h.8-1/2" i.d. x 16"o.d. x 31" h4" diarn.; 2" stroke.

Load Capacity. 450,000 ibs.(204,174 kg).Lateral Pressure. 8000 psi (55,172 kPa) rnax.

8-1/2" i.d. x 12-1/2" o.d. x 29-1/4" h.4" diamM anually-o-p-e-ra--;t-~e-,;yd--d;;;-ra-u--w;lC"":iitc;-'h-;-reC-sC.--e--C----r---v--o-Ci-r8-1/2" diarn.Upper swivel-mounted to pistan; lower platen with sleeve type posi tioning guide; 6" diam.Four; for strain gauge leads.For conventional testing machines' or pulsating or oscillating loading or hvdraulic systems.

Chamber. Loading Pistan. Pump.Gauge_Platens.

Net 1350 lbs. (612.4 kg); Shpg. 1500 lbs. (680.4 kg)_Replacement PartsT-8150-04_ 15,000 psi Pressure Gauge. 8-1/2" diarn.

Ports. Installation. Triaxial Chamber for Rack

FunctionFor triaxial iesting of 2-1/8" diam. roek cores at 10,000 psi (68,966 kPa)lateral pressure.SpecificationsSample Sizes. 2-1/8' diarn. x 4-1/4" to 5-1/3" 1.Lateral Pressut e. 10,000 psi (68,966 kPaj max

ModelsIncludes blow-out protection systern, hydraulic fluid and connecting lines.T-8005.WeightsNet 650 lbs (294_9kg); Shpg_800 lbs. (362.9 kg)

Chamber. Ineludes base with handles, cylinder, cylinder head with handle, upper and lower platens, spherical head cap and strain probe support rod.21 CU. in. with sample.Dial type; 0_3000" x 0.0001 "; 2-1/4" tace.High oressure; one on cylinder for air and one on base for fluid.Lateral pressure: pore pressure: strain gauge; and saturation water andlor vacuum connection.

Fluid Capacity_ Strain Indica tor. Bleed vetves. Ports.

Models Includes 6' T-8160.Weights

high pressure hose.

Net 70 lbs. (31_8kg); Shpg. 90 lbs. (40_8kg).AccessorieslOptionsCT-980. Testing Machine, 400,000 lb. (181,488 kg) ceoecity.CT-715G. Electric Pump. For use with CT-980.T-8170. Control Consote.G-282. High Vacuum Greese. 5.3 oz. tube. Box of 12.Special NoteRequires testing machine, control console and pump for operation.

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High Pressure Trlexiet Control ConsoleFunctionApplies and control S lateral pressure to triaxial chambers.SpecificationsLateral Power. Pump.

Pressure.

10,000 psi (68,966 kPa) max.100 psi (690 kPa) compressed airoHydraulic; 115 actual area ratio.11,000 psi (75,862 kPa) fluid at 100 psi (690 kPa) air pressur_e. Two; one for tul! capacity, one tor 50% of capacity.Dome controlled back pressure regulator.

Pressure. Gauges. Pressure Refief. Outlets.

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One tor main pressure plus MO auxiliary for optional or additional hook ups,

MounHng~.

Modeis~O~n~fo~u~r-~w~h~e~81~m~e~t~a~lc~a~rt~. _

lncludes littings tor hook-up with chamber and testing maGhine~~~~====~==·~=,T-8l70,WeíghtsShpg. 250 lbs. (113.4 kg).

T,¡axial Panel BoardFunctionControl panel for sample saturaban in triaxial testing.Testing StandardsASTM D-2850.

Weights

-Ne-t 1-9 -lbs-.; S-hp-g.-25-lb-s.-,-----_. ----- ----_....

Triextet Panel Board with StandFunctíonControl board for triaxial testing; stand design allows use with bench modeltriaxial apparatus.Testing Standards ASTM D-2850. SpecificationsPanel.

Water and pressure reservoirs; volurnetric pipettes; manifold and valve svsterns.

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~nks~.",B=as:.:e:.:_.

ModelsDisassembles in three pieces.T-116.WeightsNet 100 lbs.; Shpg. 230 lbs.

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Porous StonesFunctionRetain soil sample and allow water lo pass.Specifications

45 lo 50%; medium grade.25 to 50 rnicrons117 lbs. (53 1 kg) each.±1/16" (1.57 rnm).

Porosity. Particle Size. Densify. Tolerance.

ModelsCorundum Stones:T-299. 1.3" diam. x 1/4" thiek.T-300. 1.4" diarn. X 1/4" thiek.T-298. 1.75" diam. X 1/4" thick.T-301. 1.875"diam. X 1/4" thiek.T-302. 2.0" diarn. X 1/4" thiek.C-951. 2-15/32" diam. x t /2" thiek.T-303. 2.5" diam. x 1/4" thiek.T-308. 2.5" diarn. X 1/2" thick.T-309. 2.75" diam. x t /4" thiek.T-304. 2.8" diarn. X 1/4" thiek.T-305. 3.0" diam. x 1/4" thick.T-317. 3.0" diam. x 1/2" thiek.T-318. 3.75" diam. X 1/2" thick.T-306. 4.0" diam. X 1/4" thick.T-319. 4.0" diam. x 1/2" thick.e-996. 4-3/8" diam. X 1/2" thick.T-3205. 5" diam. X 1/2" thiek.T-324. 5-15/16" diam. x 1/2" lhiekT-321. 6" diam. x 1/2" thiek.T-3225. 7-15/16" diam. x t " thick.Bronze Slones:T-310. 1.4" diam. x 1/4" thiek. T-312. 2.0" diam. x 1/4" thick. T-313. 2.5" diam. x 1/4" thiek. T-314. 2.8" diam. X 1/4" thick.T-316. 4.0" diam. x 1/4" thick.WeightsNet 1/4Ib. (0.1 kg); Shpg 1/2 lb. (0.23 kg).

Ttiexiet Membrane JecketsFunctionStreteh membrane by means al vacuurn line lo allow insertion al soilsarnple. without any disturbance.SpecificationsConstruction.Walls.

Modefs

Cast aluminum; two nalt-cvlinder sections with pin connections15/64"",-th:::.i,_",_ck:.:_'.

Includes vaeuum line and fittinqs.P-40. 1.4" diam. sarnp!e. P-42. 2.0" diam. sample P-43. 2.5" diam. sample. P-41. 2.8" diarn. sample. P-49. 4.0" diam. sample.WeightsNet 11 lbs.: Shpg. 16 lbs.

Triexiel Compection MoldsFunctionRegulate sample shape and allow forming al sarnple within its membraneenelosure; vacuum line holds membrane to wall during sarnple torrnatíon.Specificatio!1s

Triaxial MembranesFunctíonEnelose soil sample for triaxial testinq.Mode/sAl! of opaque latex; wall thieknesses are nominal.0.014" Thíck:T-600. 1.40" diam. x 8" l.: 1 doz.T-602. 1.875" diam. X 8" l.; 1 doz.T-604. 2.00" diam. x 9" l.; 1 doz. T-606. 2.36" diam. x 9" l.; 1 coz. T-608. 2.50" diam. x 9" l.; 1 doz.T-610. 2.80" diam. X 10" l.: 1 doz.T-612. 3.00" diam. X 10" l.; 1 doz. T-614. 4.00" diam. x 12" l., 1 ooz. T-616. 5.00" diarn. x 15" l.: 1 doz.. T-618. 6.00" diarn. x 16" l.; 1 doz.0.008" Thick:T-620. 1.40" diam. x 8" l.; i doz.T-622. 1.875" diam. x 8" l.: 1 doz.T-624. 2.00" diarn. x 9" l.; 1 doz. T-626. 2.36" diam. x 9" L, 1 doz. T-628. 2.50" diam. x 9" L; 1 doz.T-630. 2.80" diam. x 10" l.: 1 doz.T-632. 3.00" diam, x 10" l.: 1 doz.WeightsShpg.1 lb.

Canstruction. Machined cast alurninurn: split-type held with two "C" clamps; with alignment pins.Recessed lo lit triaxial test pedestals. For vacuum connection.17/64" thick.

Lower End. Fittings. Wall.

ModelsP-47. 1.4" diarn, sample. P-45. 2.0" diam. sarnple. P-46. 25" diarn. sarnple. P-48. 2.8" diarn, sample. P-S1. 4.0" diam. samp!e P-52. 6.0" diam. sample. WeightsNet 11 lbs.; Shpg 16 lbs.

Need product or help in a hurry?In Continental U.S. (excludinq llilnois}, Puerto Rico, St. Thornas, st, John, and StoCroix, dial tcll-free:

1-800 ..323 ..1242In minoís~ dial:

1..800-942 ..3. 374

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Straight EdgeFunctionLevels sample in molds.Testino StetuierdsASTM D-698, 1557;AASHTOT-99, 180.

ModeísCN-838. Stee!; 12" 1. x 1-1/4" w. x 1/8" thick.Weights[\jet 1 lb.: Shpg. 2 lbs.

Trimmer Ring----------,Ful1ction

Cuts sample to size.Soeciticmions.:cC",or-,-,)sc.::trc"u,=c¡~ioC-'n,--. .::.caMch i ned seamiess stee! "tu"b"n,i-"'9"-

Circular fí¡1iterBoxesFunctionRegulates trimrning 01 sample size.

ModelsMachined steel; plated.P-20. 1.4" diarn. x 2.8" l. sampie siz e.P-22. 1.875" diam. x 3.75" 1. sarnple size.P-24. 2.8" diarn. x 5.6" 1. sarnple size.WeightsP-20: Net 1/2 lb.: Shpg. 1 lb. P-22: Net 1 lb.; Shpg. 2 lbs.P-24 Net 2 lbs.: Shpg. 4 lbs.

"-Sa"'n:.:.!)Pé::ie~SI"'·z_e_~ 4. -7:.'_/16d" iarn. x í" h.ModeisP-94.Weigllts~let 4 oz.: Shpg. 12 oz.

Ooen Mitar BoxFunctionRegulates trimming oí sarnple size.Snectticettons

Split Miter BoxesFunctionRegulates trimming01 sample.Soeciticetions

01 sample size; split tor ease of insertion and removalSample Size. Construction. Sea/e.

2.8'" diarn. Stainless steeL Buia-in; 6",Construction.

Positioning.

Mode/s

Hexacon-shapedWith 4 píns.

alurninum: inside and ends machined.Overal! Dimension. 8' w. x 6" d. x 4-1/4" h.

JIIIodelsP-12.WeightsNe! 2 lbs. (1 kg); Shpg. 4 lbs. (2 kg).

P-6. 1.4" diam. x 2.8" l. sample size.P-8. 1,875" diarn. x 3.75" i. sample size.P-10. 2.8" diam. x 5.6" 1. sample size.WeightsP-6: Ne! 1/2 lb.; Shpg. 1 lb.P-8 Net3/4Ib.; Shpg 1-1j2Ibs, P-10: Net 2 lbs., Shpg 4 lbs.

Ooen Miter BoxPunctionRegulates trimming 01 sample size.JIIIodeisP-36. Cadmium plated steei; 3.2" w x 3-1/2" h. opening.WeíghtsNet 6lbs. (3 kg); Shpq. 10 lbs. (5 kg).

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Hand Soecimen TrimmerFunctionFacilitates mounting and rotation 01 soil sample for trirnrninq,Speciticetkms Soil LetneMotorize

dTrim Size. Uprights. Soecimen Cap. Grippers.

Models P-405. Weig!1ts

For 1.4" arid 2.8" diam sarnples.Guide wire saw to control final sarnple diarn. Moves vertically Ior various sarnple heights. Hold sample.

FUflctionFacilitates mounting and motorized rotation 01 soil sample lar trimming,SpecificationsSamp/e Stze. Sampie Gtios.

1.4" and 2.8" diamVane tvoe. for top and bottom 01 sarnple: grips for both sample sizes inctuded.Variable speed control for sample rotation. Motor lever; on/oll switch; indicator lighl. Enameled stee!.Bench or table; lour IU9S included.12" 'lo( x 10" d. x 20"h., 7·3/4" h. base.

Motor, Controts. Housing.Mounting,Dímensions.

Models

Net 15 lbs.; Shpg, 20 lbs

Includes trimming blade knife and narrow wire saw.P-400A.

110v AC, 50 Hz, 1125.P-400A-8. 220v AC, 50 Hz,

1125,WeightsNet 40 lbs.: Shpg. 65 lbs.

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Digital Pote Ptessure ñeedou: SetPunctionOuickly and accurately reads pore pressures in triaxial test sarnples 01soilswithout time-consurning balancinq.SpecifícationsTrensoucer:Pressure Range. 0-500 P;:.Si"'("'0:-:-3:.,,4"'4.::8,:.k"'P_;:ar.).

_Overload Limit. Accuracy. Connection. Construction. Oimensions. Oisp/acement. Cable. ,ExcitationVoltage.OperatingTemperature.CompensatedRenqe.Readout Unit: Readout. Accuraey.

1000 psi (:;68:::9ó'6:..;:.kP""a'-!.);_. Within 1% full scale.To base port ot triaxia:i chamber.

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Slainless sleel; with 1/4" male pipe thread adapter.1" diam. x 2" 1. (254 x 508 mm).6.1 x 10-7

in.'/psi~8_'~lo~n~g;_.

(14.5 x 10-' cm-"/"'k"-P""aL).

.Triaxial Pote Pressure Apparatus FunctionMeasures pore pressure during triaxial testing.SpecificationsConstruction. Cast aluminum.

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5 lo 6v AC or DC.

4-digil LED; with zero and sp",a",n_;:a",d",iu",s",ln",1.:;:e:.:.nt",s.:_.±O.1 % at terrnina.s.

_Reservoir Tank. Fittings.Valves. Gauges. Pipette. Needle.

Models PP-25. Weights

Integrally casI into panel board. Brass.Needle !ype.Compound; large dials.

Temperature.:::C.:::·oc;rnf'P..:-:;e±~",nO"=,s":a.;::3:.":,t%;..":,ifso.=c:a:u.l".e,n,/!1:!::...00° F.; (37.8° e¡ typical tor both zera ano span

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Models

Engllsh or Metric; olease specity. .18-36mvN al 5 volts.0-10v DC at 1 mA max.; 4 digit (500 psi or 3448 kPa).7" w. x 8" d. x 3" h.(178 x 203 x 76 mm).

Fa. balancing pressure; 1.00 mi x 0.1 mI.1/8" diam., with fittings

and connecting

tube.

PP-50. i 05- i 25v ,A,C, 50/60 Hz.PP-50-4. 21 0-240v AC, 50/60 Hz.WeightsNet 3.4 lbs. (1,5 kg); Shpq. 5 lbs. (2.3 kg).ñeptecemem PertsPP-40. Pote Pressure Transducer On/y.PP-45. Pote Pressure ñeeaout Unit On/y. 105-125v AC, 50/60 Hz.PP-45-4. Pote Pressure Readout Uníl On/y. 210-240v AC, 50/60 Hz.Specie! Note

Net 30 lbs.; Shpg. 80 lbs.Reotecement PartsPP-26. Pore Pressure Needle. With fittings

1/4 lb.; Shpg. Wt. 1/2 lb.and connectinq tube. Net Wt.

When ordering, please specify English or Metric Calibration.

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