Particle size analysis of soils

Product Description

Particle size analysis of soils: hydrometer method :

This equipment is used to determine the quantitative size distribution of very fine particle in soils such as clay and silt. The complete set comprises:

• Sedimentation cylinder, 1000 ml capacity (6 pieces) with rubber bungs. 
• Soil hydrometer, 151h, range 0. 995 to 1. 038 g/ml with div. 0. 001.
• Glass tank, dimensions: 600 x 300 x 380 mm.
• Heater complete with thermostat, circulation unit. 230v single phase 50hz 1000 w.
• Glass thermometer, range 0 50° c. , sub-div. 0. 5° C. 
• Beaker, boro silicate glass, 250 ml capacity.
• Sodium hexa metaphosphate, 1000 g.
• High speed stirrer, 4000 R. P. M, complete with baffle cup, for dispersing soil particles in water.