Test Cell Cap/Pedestal Set for use with Triaxial Cells or Flexible-Wall Permeability Test Cells contains a 1.4in (36mm) anodized aluminum Cell Cap and Pedestal to mount the top and bottom of the soil specimen for fitting on the specimen top and bottom. The Cap is equipped with drain ports, and the Pedestal has flow-through lines and is keyed to prevent twisting during set up. Both pieces have machined grooves for O-Rings used to seal Latex Membranes.

Features:

Made of precision machined anodized aluminum
Ports and drain lines are machined
Both components are grooved for O-Rings

Included Items:

1.4in Test Cell Cap/Pedestal Set

Product tags

AASHTO T 296 (166)
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ASTM D2850 (166)
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ASTM D4767 (166)
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ASTM D5084 (161)

Specifications

Attribute name	Attribute value
Specimen Size	1.4in (35.6mm)
Estimated Shipping Weight	2.0lb (0.91kg)

Product Q&A

Q: How are longer specimens extracted and the piston returned?

Specimens longer than 5in are extracted by repositioning the Adapter Ring after maximum piston travel, and the spring-loaded piston automatically returns to the start position when the release valve is opened.