2.42in Two-Part Compaction Mold Assembly is used with cohesive soils for triaxial or permeability testing and designed to securely hold a 2.42in (61.5mm) soil specimen for compacting. Ordering additional mold assemblies offers increased efficiency in sample preparation. The assembly includes a steel base plate, mold w/ collar, and threaded rods and wing nuts to secure the assembly. The base plate dimensions are 7x0.75in (178x19.05mm) Dia.xH.

Features:

For use in compacting cohesive soils
Securely contains soil sample for compaction

Included Items:

2.42in Two-Part Compaction Mold Assembly

Accessories:

HMA-968B 2.42in Two-Part Compaction Mold prepares cohesive soil samples for laboratory soils tests

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	2.42in (61.47mm)
Dimensions	Mold Dimensions: 3.39 x 4.84in (86.11 x 122.94mm) Dia. x H
Product Dimensions	7 x 6.34in (178 x 161.04mm) Dia. x H
Estimated Shipping Weight	8.0lb (3.63kg)

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.