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:
(i) Two conical hoppers with trap doors.
(ii) One cylindrical receiver 0.005 cu. m. volume.
(iii) A welded steel stand for mounting the hoppers and the receiver coaxially at specified distances.
(iv) Two trowels.
(v) One hand scoop.
(vi) One standard tamping rod 16mm dia x 600mm long.