Conical Mold and Tamper Set are used to shape specimen samples and tamp the mixture firmly into the mold. The mold is 3in (76mm) high with a top inside diameter of 1.6in (40mm) and a bottom inside diameter of 3.5in (90mm). The Metal Tamper is 340g (0.75lb) with a 1in (25mm) face. Both are available separately or sold in a complete Specific Gravity and Absorption of Fine Aggregate Set.

Included Items:

Conical Mold
Tamper

Accessories:

SGA-15 Mold Only for shaping specimen samples
SGA-16 Tamper Only for tamping specimen mixture into a mold

Specifications

Attribute name	Attribute value
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.