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Humboldt Harvard H-4165 Product Manual

Miniature compaction apparatus

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07.24
H-4165
Harvard Miniature
Compaction Apparatus

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Summary of Contents for Humboldt Harvard H-4165

  • Page 1 product manual 07.24 H-4165 Harvard Miniature Compaction Apparatus...
  • Page 2 General This test determines the relationship between the moisture content of soils and resulting densities (oven-dry weight per cubic foot) when the soil is compacted in the laboratory with this apparatus. Selection of the most appropriate number of layers, number of tamps per layer and tamping force depends on the type of material and the intended use to which the compacted material will be put.
  • Page 3 Once this is accomplished, once again, hold the Plunger vertically and apply downward pressure against the plunger until the bottom of the threaded section is reveled above the spacer. Screw the Jam nut to the bottom of the threaded section. Add the second Jam nut and tighten the two nuts against each other to lock them in place.
  • Page 4 7. Remove the specimen from the mold with the sample ejector and place in a suitable container for drying and determination of moisture content. 8. Compact additional specimens until points have been established on both sides of the optimum moisture content. Calculations Calculate the moisture content and the dry weight of the soil as compacted for each trial,...
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  • Page 8 Warranty Humboldt Mfg. Co. warrants its products to be free from defects in material or workmanship. The exclusive remedy for this warranty is Humboldt Mfg. Co., factory replacement of any part or parts of such product, for the warranty of this product please refer to Humboldt Mfg. Co. catalog on Terms and Conditions of Sale.