Atterberg Limits (Liquid Limit Testing)

Atterberg Limits (Liquid Limit Testing)
Liquid limit testing determines the water content at which soil changes from a liquid to a plastic state. It is determined using the devices on this page. To perform, a soil sample is placed into the cup of the liquid limit machine and separated into two halves using a grooving tool. The crank on the machine is then rotated so that the cup holding the sample strikes the base of the test machine. The number of blows is recorded until the two halves flow together and close the groove.

H-4234:
Recommended for performing liquid limit test in accordance with ASTM specifications. Includes 1 ea. of: H-4230 ASTM liquid limit machine, H-4930.250 mixing dish, H-4904 spatula, H-4915.025 graduated cylinder and a H-1350.3A 48 sample cans pack.

H-4235:
Same set as previous except it has machine with counter. Includes 1 ea. of: H-4228 ASTM liquid limit machine, H-4930.250 mixing dish, H-4904 spatula, H-4915.025 graduated cylinder and a H-1350.3A 48 sample cans pack.

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