PLSx - Consolidation Machine
PLSx - Consolidation MachinePLSx - Consolidation Machine
Unidimensional compression tests acc. DIN EN ISO 17892-5 (formerly DIN 18135) Oedometer- and swelling test
The Oedometer PLSx is a compact laboratory device for unidimensional compression testing and swelling tests according DIN EN ISO 17892-5 (formerly DIN 18135). It can be easily installed on a bench.
The automatic consolidation machine PLSx can be delivered in three versions: as PLS5 with a maximum load up to 5 kN, as PLS10 with 10 kN in maximum and as PLS16 with a maximum load up to 16 kN. The customer can choose this to provide the optimal measuring range. With a standard consolidation cell with 40cm² sample area (Ø 71,4 mm) the device generates an normal stress up to 1250 kN/m² (PLS5), 2500 kN/m² (PLS 10) and 4000 kN/m² with the PLS16.
- high-precision settlement measuring with digital dial gauge (resolution 1µm)
- automatic detection of the sample contact
- settlement measurements from sample contact or beginning from start (for detection of the initial settlement)
- manual adjustment of the thrust plate
- manual adjustment of the thrust plate / upper traverse
- serielle Schnittstelle für die automatische Steuerung und Messdatenerfassung über einen PC mit dem Steuerprogramm GeoDESC
- after the test has started, all measurement data are recorded and displayed cyclically in GeoDESC and the data is transferred to Microsoft EXCEL via an online interface
- Consolidation cells
- digital dial indicator (gauge) for settlement measurement
- compressed air connection / laboratory compressor
- compressed air regulator with filter
| max. load: | 5 kN (PLS5) Option: 10 kN (PLS10) and 16 kN (PLS16) |
| drive system: | electropneumatic |
| settlement measurement: | 12,5 mm, 1 µm resolution (with dial gauge) |
| max. system pressure: | 3,5 bar (PLS5); 6 bar (PLS10); 8 bar (PLS16) |
| normal stress: | PLS5: 1250 kN/m² (with 40 cm² sample area) PLS10: 2500 kN/m² (with 40 cm² sample area) PLS16: 4000 kN/m² (with 40 cm² sample area) |
| max. movment range: | 50 mm |
| sample compartment: | 220 x 85 mm (B x H) |
| interface: | COM-Port (serial, RS232) |
| power supply: | 90 .. 230 V AC, 50/60 Hz |
| dimensions: | 350 x 350 x 550 mm (W x D x H) |
| weight: | approx. 33,5 kg |
