Description
The 4.5 Kg CIST/884 with GPS Clegg Impact Soil Tester, manufactured by SDi, provides a simple and effective method for measuring and controlling soil strength and consolidation levels during trench reinstatement. Designed for straightforward single-button operation, the rugged instrument features a clamped readout mounted on the guide tube for easy viewing during use. With built-in GPS, Bluetooth data transfer, and onboard data logging, it enables accurate location referencing and efficient reporting for site compaction testing.
Features
- Rugged tool for checking trench reinstatement and soil strength
- 4.5 Kg standard hammer
- Impact Value (IV) readings stored in memory
- Bluetooth data download capability
- User-selectable %CBR calculation and display
- Onboard data logging and storage
- Integrated GPS for latitude and longitude recording
- Wireless data transfer to PC using supplied software
- Single-button operation
- Carry case included
- Designed for prolonged use in damp, dirty and harsh environments
- High-strength alloy readout unit
- Powered by 2 x ‘C’ batteries (approx. 12 months operation)
- Compact and reliable construction
Usage
- Confirms uniform compaction over wide ground areas
- Identifies poorly compacted zones and ineffective rolling
- Suitable for trench reinstatement and subgrade testing
Operating Principle
- 4.5 Kg hammer operates within a vertical guide tube
- Hammer dropped from 450 mm height onto test surface
- Deceleration measured and displayed as Impact Value (IV)
- Fourth drop reading recorded as final IV result
- Automatic GPS fix taken during hammer drops
Specifications
- Model Number: CIST/884/4.5K/Stor/Blu
- Hammer Weight: 4.5 Kg (Optional 2.25 Kg and 0.5 Kg hammers available)
- Readout Display: Backlit alphanumeric vertical display, clamped to guide tube
- Readout Range: Up to 101 Impact Values (IV)
- Power Source: 3V from two ‘C’ cells (approx. 12 months battery life)
- Battery Level Indicator: Displayed at switch-on
- Controls: Single push button, auto switch-off after 5 minutes
- Data Storage: Flash memory for approx. 10,000 five-drop tests including IV readings, time, date, latitude, longitude and satellite count
- Data Transfer: Bluetooth™ wireless transfer with USB dongle supplied
- Data Files: CSV for Excel™; KML for Google Earth™ and Google Maps™; includes Ordnance Survey GB Eastings & Northings
- GPS Accuracy: Typically <5 metres; OS grid reference to 1m resolution
- %CBR Display: Software selectable with memory storage
- QA Firmware: TREND algorithm checks inter-IV readings and displays ‘ABORT’ if surface fails
- System Software: PC software for data transfer, real-time viewing and configuration
- Transit & Storage Case: Type CIST/WTS/09 wooden case included
- Dimensions: Approx. 71 x 13 x 13 cm
- Instrument Weight: 6.9 Kg
- Packed Weight: 12.0 Kg
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