The Static Cone Penetrometer
is used to evaluate the consistency of soils, their level of compaction
and the bearing capacity of shallow foundations and pavement subgrades.
Specifically developed for use in fine grained soils, particularly
soft soils, to depths of 30 feet. They use a 60° cone with an area
of 1.5 cm². An optional cone with a 3 cm² area is available
for use in very soft soils.
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Dual rod construction isolates cone resistance
from shaft friction
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Pressure gauge ranging from 0 to 70 kg/cm² reads cone
resistance directly, eliminating need for proving ring
conversions
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Stainless steel and anodized aluminum construction for
reliable performance
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Standard models include:
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A 60° cone with a maximum area of 1.5
cm²
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A Starter Rod Assembly designed to withstand an axial
force of 250 lbf (340 N•m) maximum
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Pressure gauge marked in kg/cm²
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Operating Instructions and parts list
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S-215
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Static
Cone Penetrometer w/ 24-in Starter Rod Assembly
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Repalcement Parts
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AP-2100-1 |
Gauge
Assembly |
S-21018 |
60° Cone
w/maximum area of 1.5 cm² |
S-21511 |
24-in
Starter Rod Assembly |
S21510 |
24-in
Extension Rod Assembly |
S-212M |
Instruction
Manual |
S-21021 |
“O” Ring
Packing Kit (2 ea. 2404013) |
Accessory Items |
S-21010 |
60° Cone
with maximum area of 3 cm² |
S-21501 |
24-in
Outer Rod Only |
S-21502 |
24-in
Starter Inner Rod Only (actual OAL: 24.875 in) |
S-21503 |
24-in
extension Inner Rod Only (actual OAL: 24 in) |
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For more information:
User Manual (PDF)
Catalog
Pages (PDF,
3 MB) for
the entire Soil section of the Materials Testing Catalog
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