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Speedy® Moisture Testing Kit

S-142

Determine the moisture content as percent water of most soils in about 3 minutes. The measured sample is placed in the pressure chamber with calcium carbide reagent. The water in the soil and the reagent react to produce acetylene gas. The gauge reads the percent water content from 0-20% based on weight with an accuracy of 0.5%.

The Speedy Moisture Testing Kit comprises a pressure chamber with a dial gauge, scale, cleaning brushes, cloth and measuring scoop packed in a sturdy wooden case.

20 g and 6 g canisters

It is available in two sizes, 6 gram for fine grained materials and powders and 20 gram for sand, aggregates and lumpy materials. Reagent and calibration kit are available separately.

The S-142 Speedy Moisture testing Kit comprises a sturdy, waterproof carrying case containing a large pressure chamber for 20 g samples, a 200 g electronic balance, and other related items.

DGSI maintains a full line of repair parts, accessories and service for the Speedy Moisture Testing Kits.

Applicable Standards:
ASTM D 4944
AASHTO T-217

S-142	20 g Speedy 2000 w/200 g balance and plastic case
S-147	6 g Speedy 2000 w/200 g balance and plastic case
Related Items
S-144	Calcium Carbide Reagent, 24 x 1-pint cans*
S-145	Calibration Kit in Wood case
S-14144	Pulverisers, 1¼ in (3.2 cm)
S-14044	Pulverisers, 5/8 in (1.6 cm)
Most Commonly Used Replacement Part
S-14001	Top Screw
S-14005	Rubber Washer
S-14012	Gauge Type D.2 - 0-20%
S-14020	Measuring Scoop
S-14022	Cleaning Cloth
S-14030	6 g Brush
S-14117	Brass Weight, 10 g
S-14130	Large Brush
GW-205	Replacement Scale for S-112
* Keep calcium carbide sealed and dry as it forms acetylene gas when wet. Use only in ventilated area. Shipment made only by surface/truck or authorized hazardous material carrier.

Durham Geo Slope Indicator is an authorized repair and calibration facility for Speedy Moisture Devices.

VM-620	Speedy® Moisture Tester Calibration (6 or 20 g version), per ASTM standard, (½ div.)
VM-625	Speedy® Moisture Tester Calibration (6 or 20 g version) (1/4 division)

For more information:

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