Compaction Factor Apparatus

Consistency and Workability - Compaction Factor Apparatus

Used for determination of compaction factor of fresh concrete with nominal maximum size of aggregate not exceeding 40 mm as a measure of its workability. It is particularly suitable for mix of stiffer consistency.
It comprises the following :
Two conical hoppers with trap doors.
One cylindrical receiver 0.005 cu. m. volume.
A welded steel stand for mounting the hoppers and the receiver co-axially at specified distances.
Two trowels.
One hand scoop.
One standard tamping rod 16 mm dia x 600 mm long.