
Vacuum Pyknometer, 6000 g
- Model
- 45-9300
- Category
- Aggregates
- Solutions
- Materials Testing and Laboratory Equipment
The Vacuum Pyknometer is a large capacity unit used in the rice test for determining the maximum specific gravity of bituminous paving mixtures. The Pyknometer has a transparent top for observation and a lightweight polycarbonate construction. The Pyknometer has a total volume of 10 litres and will conveniently accept samples of 6000 grams to minimise segregation effects.
Overview
The Vacuum Pyknometer is a large capacity unit used in the rice test for determining the maximum specific gravity of bituminous paving mixtures. The Pyknometer has a transparent top for observation and a lightweight polycarbonate construction. The Pyknometer has a total volume of 10 litres and will conveniently accept samples of 6000 grams to minimise segregation effects.
Applications: Soil classification and compaction · Concrete compression and flexural testing · Cement and aggregates testing · Asphalt and bitumen testing · Site quality control
Technical specifications
| Capacity: | Approximately 10 liters; 6,000 g (13 .2 lbs.) sample weight. |
|---|---|
| Construction: | Lightweight polycarbonate with transparent upper half. |
| Gauge: | 2” (50.8 mm) diam., 30” x 0.5” Hg. |
| Aspirator: | Plastic; 3/8” pipe thread (included). |
| Connections: | Water inlet valve; quick disconnect for vacuum gauge and hose. |
| Dimensions: | 10-3/4” (273 mm) o.d. x 16” (406 mm) h. |
| Weight: | Net 8 lbs. (3.6 kg). |

Solutions
Materials Testing and Laboratory Equipment
Laboratory and field equipment for testing soil, concrete, cement, aggregates and asphalt.
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