Used to determine the in-situ density of fine grained compacted soil. The test consist in digging a hole into the ground and then collect, dry and weight the sampled soil. The hole is then filled with dry sand from the cone container. The apparatus consist of a double metal cone, one plastic 5 lts jar & a metal tray with centre hole. Size of the cone is 6½” (165.1mm)
Note:
On request 12” (305 mm) Sand Density Cone Apparatus is also supplied at an extra cost.