Pycnometers

In addition to determining the specific gravity of bituminous materials, pycnometers can also be used in other test applications of bituminous paving or aggregate mixtures, or in determining the specific gravity of soil solids as indicated in ASTM D854. Some styles of pycnometers are multi-functional and double as a vacuum container to weigh air or a vessel to trap moisture for vacuum pump protection.

• 2,000/4,000g Pycnometers are vacuum pycnometers used in determining the specific gravity of bituminous paving mixtures and compacted specimens. A transparent vacuum lid and an aluminum lid with a capillary bore are both included. Models available with 2,000g and 4,000g sample capacity.
• 6,000g Pycnometer offers optimal performance in mixes with aggregates up to 2in (51mm) size. It features a large 10L capacity and high-strength plastic construction.
• Heavy-Wall Filter Flasks are thick-walled for extra strength and available in 1, 2, and 4L capacities. The 1L and 2L models can be used as pycnometers or moisture traps. The 4L capacity flask meets ASTM and AASHTO standards for use as a vacuum container for weighing in air.
• 500ml Volumetric Flask conforms to the ASTM D854 test standard for the specific gravity of soil solids.
• Adapter Set is required when using a 6,000g pycnometer with SGA-5R Rice Shaker for Specific Gravity and Asphalt Rice Test.
• Flask Adapter adapts several different containers for use with SGA-5R Rice Shaker for Specific Gravity and Asphalt Rice Test.

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• Specific Gravity of Asphalt Test: What Equipment Do I Need?