BAS-513/3 – SEMI-AUTOMATIC BITUMEN PENETROMETER TESTING SET
Used to determine the consistency of a bituminous sample under fixed conditions of load, time and temperature. The penetration is expressed in distance of tenths of millimeters vertically penetrated by a standard needle.
Standards:
- EN 1426
- ASTM D5
- BS 2000
- AASHTO T53
Category:
Asphalt
The penetrometer comprises:
- Baseplate with spirit level,
- Vertical mounting rod with height-adjustable penetration arm,
- Integrated displacement transducer to measure the penetration,
- Electronic plunger release.
Machine functions:
- Electronic plunger release
By pressing the start button of the control unit, the plunger is released. After the time preset at the quartz timer has elapsed (works setting 5.0 sec), the plunger is electromagneticaliy clamped.
Height adjustment
By rotating the handwheel, the height of the penetration arm can be set.
Dial gauge holder
The electronic displacement sensor with graphic display measures the penetration automatically.
| Product Code | Product Name |
|---|---|
| H-1280 | Penetration Needle for Bituminous Material, 40-45mm |
| H-1290 | Penetration Needle for Bituminous Material, 50-55mm |
| H-1300 | Penetration Needle for Bituminous Material, 40-45mm, Certified |
| H-1302 | Penetration Needle for Bituminous Material, 50-55mm, Certified |
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
- Measuring range: 0-350 penetration units (equivalent to 0-35mm)
- Resolution: 0.04 mm
- Test load: 100g for needle penetration, 150g for conic penetration
- Weight: 24 kg
- Dimensions: 250x380x574 mm
- Power: 220V, 50Hz
- Test time: 5 sec (adjustable from 1 to 99 seconds)
- Adjustable to Needle Height,
