Consolidation Apparatus Manufacturer,Supplier and Exporter in India
Product Code : TVT-STE-10595
The Consolidation Apparatus (oedometer) is a compact, precision instrument used to determine the one-dimensional consolidation properties of soil, from which settlement and consolidation rate under sustained load can be predicted.
How It Works
A saturated soil specimen, confined laterally in a rigid ring, is loaded incrementally through a triple-beam lever ratio system that amplifies applied dead-weight loads onto the specimen via a rigid platen; vertical deformation is monitored over time at each load increment as excess pore pressure dissipates. The compact frame design, built around a cast aluminium body with a steel platen, achieves high accuracy and repeatability without the bulk of larger consolidation frames, saving valuable bench space.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Load Capacity | 8800 kPa on a Ø50 mm specimen |
| Loading System | Triple-beam lever ratio |
| Dimension | 711 (L) x 203 (W) x 508 (H) mm |
| Construction | Cast aluminium frame with steel platen |
Applications
The consolidation (oedometer) test is used to determine the compressibility, consolidation coefficient and settlement behaviour of fine-grained soils under sustained load, governed by ASTM D2435/D2435M: Standard Test Methods for One-Dimensional Consolidation Properties of Soils Using Incremental Loading and IS 2720 (Part 15): Determination of Consolidation Properties. Results are fundamental to predicting long-term settlement of foundations, embankments and fills placed on compressible clay and silt deposits.
Related Products & Category
Listed under Soil Testing Equipment. Related products: Universal Loading Frame and Laboratory Vane Apparatus.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the consolidation test predict?
It predicts the magnitude and rate of settlement of a fine-grained soil under sustained load, based on its compressibility and consolidation coefficient.
Why use a triple-beam lever ratio?
A triple-beam lever system amplifies smaller dead-weight loads into the higher pressures needed on the specimen, while keeping the overall frame compact.
Which standards govern this test?
ASTM D2435/D2435M internationally and IS 2720 (Part 15) in India govern the one-dimensional consolidation test by incremental loading.
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Last updated: September 2026
