GPS Clegg Hammer type 4.5 Kg CIST/884 (Data Logging, Bluetooth and GPS)
Ruggedly Designed Tool for Checking Trench Re-instatement & Soil Strength
The 4.5 Kg CIST/88 with GPS Clegg Impact Soil Tester manufactured by SDi provides an easy and straightforward means for measuring and controlling soil strength and consolidation levels during trench re-instatement. The 884 readout is clamped to the guide tube and the displayed reading is viewed from the top during use. Single button operation design provided for easy use.
- 4.5 Kg Standard Hammer
- Impact Value (IV) readings stored in memory
- Stored data downloadad by Bluetooth
- %CBR Calculated and can be set to displayed by the user
- Software and ancillaries included
- Carry case provided
- Easy to use
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Features
Data Logging Feature
On board data logging and data storage with wireless data transfer facilities are features provided with the CIST/883 instrument. Users can download their test results from site to PC, wirelessly, using the PC software supplied with the instrument. This cable-free operation greatly enhances system reliability compared to cabled systems.
Usage
The instrument is used to confirm uniform compaction of over wide areas of ground, identifying poorly compacted areas and ineffective rolling of materials.
Tough Design
The CIST/883 Clegg Impact Soil Tester is a very rugged design suitable for prolonged use in damp, dirty and harsh site environments. The CIST/883 readout unit is made from high strength alloy that has been proven to last for decades. The CIST/883 battery compartment, sealed to IP67, is fitted with 2 x AA batteries for typically 12 months operation. The CIST/883 Clegg Impact Soil Tester is a compact and reliable instrument. A wooden Transit & Storage Case is included.
Operating Principle
The Tester consists of a 4.5 kg compaction hammer operating within a vertical guide tube. The Hammer falls through the tube when released and strikes the surface under test, decelerating at a rate determined by the stiffness of the material within the region of impact. The readout registers the deceleration in units of Impact Value (IV). The IV is an indication of soil strength.
CBR Measurement
Good correlation with results from CBR tests exists. Data from the CIST/883 can be used in a similar manner to results from CBR tests performed in the laboratory and in the field. The CIST/883 display can directly show the %CBR result based upon Dr Clegg’s original pioneering work. This feature is simply selected from the PC software provided.Data Logging Feature
On board data logging and data storage with wireless data transfer facilities are provided with the CIST/884 instrument. Latitude & Longitude coordinates of the test location are received by the in-built GPS then stored providing users with an accurate location reference for later viewing in eg Google earth™. Users can download their site test results to a PC wirelessly by Bluetooth, using the PC software supplied with the instrument. This cable-free operation greatly enhances system reliability.
Usage
The instrument is used to confirm uniform compaction of over wide areas of ground, identifying poorly compacted areas and ineffective rolling of materials.
Tough Design
The CIST/884 Clegg Impact Soil Tester is a very rugged design suitable for prolonged use in damp, dirty and harsh site environments. The CIST/884 readout unit is made from high strength alloy that has been proven to last for decades. The instrument runs from 2 x ‘C’ batteries for typically 12 months operation. The CIST/884 Clegg Impact Soil Tester is a compact and reliable instrument. A wooden Transit & Storage Case is included.
Operating Principle
The Tester consists of a 4.5 kg compaction hammer operating within a vertical guide tube. The Hammer falls through the tube when released and strikes the surface under test, decelerating at a rate determined by the stiffness of the material within the region of impact. The readout registers the deceleration in units of Impact Value (IV). The IV is an indication of soil strength.
CBR Measurement
Good correlation with results from CBR tests exists. Data from the CIST/884 can be used in a similar manner to results from CBR tests performed in the laboratory and in the field. The CIST/884 display when enabled by the user can directly show the %CBR result based upon Dr Clegg’s original pioneering work.
| CIST/884 Specification:- | Order Code:- CIST/884/4.5K/Stor/Blu |
Model Number: | CIST/884/4.5K/Stor/Blu |
Hammer Weight | 4.5 Kg (Also for sports surfaces: With 2.25 Kg and 0.5 Kg Hammers). |
Readout Display (alphanumeric) | Backlit vertical display. Readout unit clamped to Guide Tube – Easy to view. |
Readout Range | Up to 101 Impact Values (IV). |
Power Source | Low power 3V: From two ‘C’ Cells. 12 Month typical battery life. |
Battery Level | Displayed at switch-on. |
Power ‘On’ & Controls | Single push button. Auto switch off after 5 minutes from last reading. |
Data Storage in Readout | Flash Memory for approx 10,000 5-drop tests. Each field contains the 5 drop IV readings, time & date of each test, latitude, longitude & no. of satellites. |
Data Transfer Method | Bluetooth™ Wireless data transfer. No cables & hence hassle free connection to Microsoft based PC or laptop. Bluetooth USB Dongle provided. |
Data Files when Transferred | Comma Separated Variable (CSV) data for manipulation in 3rd party packages such as Excel™ & KML readable by eg Google earth™. Viewable directly in Google map™. Calculates & stores Ordnance Survey GB Eastings & Northings. |
GPS Accuracy / Output | Typically < than 5 metres. Google map™, Google earth™ & Ordnance Survey GB Easting & Northing to 1m res. (eg “ST 80269 55704” & “E380269 N155704”). |
Readout Displaying %CBR | Software Selectable %CBR display & memory storage. |
Readout Q. A. Firmware | Software Selectable TREND Algorithm checks inter-IV readings & Readout advises user if surface being tested has failed (Readout displays ‘ABORT’). |
System Software | PC Software provided from SDi to facilitate data transfer, real time test view, time/date setting and configuration set-up. Very easy to use. |
Transit & Storage Case | Type CIST/WTS/09. Wooden case for added protection in transit. |
Size & Weight (approx). | 71 x 13 x 13 cm. Instrument weight 6.9 Kg. Packed weight in case 12.0Kg. |
Full specifications in brochure.
