Triaxial Cell, 1.4 to 4.0in dia. Specimens

Triaxial Cells are used to perform triaxial shear testing or flexible wall permeability on soil specimens 1.4 to 4in (35.6 to 101.6mm) in diameter. Test cells have a clear, heavy acrylic chamber wall with a pressure rating of 150psi (10.3bar). The cell’s precision-ground polished stainless steel load piston features internal lubed and sealed u-cup and nylon sleeve bearings which ensures low friction. Test cell chambers feature high-quality zero-volume change ball valves and fittings, in addition to the heavy machined aluminum base and top that are anodized to resist corrosion. Chambers include a piston lock and dial indicator bracket.

3500 Triaxial Cell features brass ball valves and fittings.

3500SS Triaxial Cell features stainless steel ball valves and fittings for resistance to corrosion and enhanced durability.

3500HP Triaxial Cell has an aluminum chamber to allow testing of soil specimens at pressures up to 500psi (34.5bar). Valves and fittings are brass.

3500HP-SS Triaxial Cell has an aluminum chamber to allow testing of soil specimens at pressures up to 500psi (34.5bar). The valves and fittings are stainless steel.

Required components are needed to outfit the Triaxial Cell for proper operation including a Top Cap, Bottom Pedestal, two Porous Stones, four Sealing O-Rings, and two 0.012in Latex Membranes. These components are available individually or can be purchased as a Test Cell Kit. The pedestal has flow-through lines and is keyed to prevent turning during installation.

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Features:

• Clear acrylic cell walls are pressure rated to 150psi
• Rugged, corrosion-resistant anodized aluminum base and top
• High-quality zero-volume change valves and fittings

Included Items:

• Triaxial Cell
• Fluid lines
• Dial Indicator Bracket

Accessories:

• 3230M or 3230A Triaxial / Permeability Control Panels regulate fluid and air pressures in the Triaxial Cells
• 6758 Triaxial Data Acquisition Software records specimen information and real-time test data, calculate results, then prepares reports following ASTM and AASHTO requirements
• Mechanical Dial Indicators measure the vertical deformation of a tested sample
• Digital Dial Indicators convert readings from inches to millimeters at the touch of a button
• Linear Variable Displacement Transducers are ideal for measuring sample deformation or movement
• Data Readouts feature built-in peak memory hold and tare functions
• 6630-C Pore Pressure Transducer & Readout monitors pore water pressures and displays data on the included readout
• 3872B or 3873B Deairing Tanks use a vacuum to remove air from water for use in triaxial and flexible wall permeability testing
• Triaxial Cell Accessories include additional Test Cell Kits and other items used in the preparation and testing of soil specimens, such as Porous Stones, Latex Membranes, and O-Rings