Plastic Limit
Discover precision with Plastic Limit, available exclusively at India Geo Survey. This essential land survey tool is designed to measure the moisture content at which soil begins to exhibit plastic properties. Ideal for professionals, our high-quality Plastic Limit kit ensures accuracy and reliability in your geo-engineering projects. Trust in India Geo Survey, your provider of advanced survey tools, to enhance the accuracy of your land assessments. Elevate your surveying standards with our expertly crafted equipment.
Plastic Limit
Specification
Details
Model
Plastic Limit Device / Casagrande Plastic Limit Apparatus
Type
Soil Testing Equipment for determining the plastic limit of fine-grained soils
Compliance
Conforms to ASTM D424, ISO 17892, BS 1377 standards
Apparatus Type
Manual, typically used with a hand-rolling technique
Testing Method
Soil is rolled into threads until it crumbles at 3 mm diameter to determine plastic limit
Roller Diameter
8 mm (standard roller size)
Tray Material
High-quality stainless steel or durable plastic
Tray Dimensions
130 mm diameter (standard size)
Roller Length
150 mm to 200 mm (varies depending on model)
Moisture Content Range
Typically from 10% to 40%
Weight of Device
0.5 - 2 kg (depending on the model and construction)
Power Supply
Manual operation (no electrical power required)
Calibration
Hand rolling technique calibrated using moisture content standards
Base
Stable base to support the tray and prevent movement during testing
Dimensions
Approx. 30 cm x 15 cm x 20 cm (varies depending on model)
Material
Heavy-duty metal or high-quality plastic parts
Plastic Limit Range
Suitable for soils with plasticity index between 10% and 40%
Application
Used for determining the plastic limit of fine-grained soils (clays and silts)