SAND POURING CYLINDER

Sand Pouring Cylinder Apparatus (British Standard)

Product Code  :  MSI 3034

Standard Used : BS 1377-9 

Precision-engineered to comply fully with British Standards for in-situ soil testing, specifically the determination of the in-place dry density of compacted soils using sand replacement methods.

Product Description
The Multitech Scientific Instruments MSI 3034 Sand Pouring Cylinder Apparatus is a professional-grade field testing system manufactured in strict accordance with British Standard specifications. Designed as the matching international counterpart to the MSI 3033, this apparatus is utilized for the in-place determination of density for fine, medium, and coarse-grained compacted soil layers. The system utilizes a precision-engineered shutter release mechanism and standard calibration cylinders to determine the exact volume of hand-dug field test holes, providing a highly reliable and globally accepted method for monitoring highway, embankment, and foundational earthworks compaction.

• Available Size Configurations

  • 100 mm Diameter Cylinder Set: Optimized for fine-grained soils and thin structural layers.

  • 150 mm Diameter Cylinder Set: Engineered for medium-grained soils and standard road pavement base courses.

  • 200 mm Diameter Cylinder Set: Designed for coarse-grained soils, large aggregate stabilizing layers, and deep compaction profiles.

• Features

  • BS-Calibrated Shutter Valve: Equipped with a precision-fit mechanical shutter assembly that delivers a smooth, clean release to eliminate sand shearing errors.

  • Anti-Deformation Metal Build: Fabricated from heavy-gauge structural sheet metal and solid brass components to prevent warping or denting in rugged field environments.

  • True-Volume Calibrating Pots: Supplied with a dedicated calibration container featuring micro-machined internal surfaces to maintain an uncompromised reference volume.

  • Stable Sand Dispersal Funnel: Features a perfectly angled conical pour funnel that prevents internal sand bridging and guarantees a uniform pouring density.

• Application

  • Conducts rapid and legally compliant in-situ dry density checks on international or BS-spec contract job sites.

  • Verifies field compaction margins against reference laboratory Proctor maximum dry density (MDD) curves.

  • Extensively deployed by global infrastructure developers, commercial testing laboratories, and civil engineering inspection teams.

• Technical Specifications

  • Reference Standard Guideline: BS 1377-9.

  • Available Diameters: 100 mm, 150 mm, and 200 mm.

  • Flow Control: Mechanical slide shutter with a secure lock position.

  • Standard Kit Inclusions: 1 × BS Sand Pouring Cylinder with Shutter Mechanism, 1 × BS Calibrating Container, and 1 × Heavy Metal Excavation Tray with a centered guide hole.

• Why Choose Multitech Scientific Instruments

  • Strict British Standard Dimensionality: Manufactured entirely at our Anand Parbat industrial hub in New Delhi, ensuring the unique volumetric, weight, and mechanical tolerances comply exactly with BS 1377-9 criteria.

  • Ruggedized Construction Quality: Unlike thin-walled alternatives that expand or dent under continuous use, our pouring bodies feature reinforced rims designed for field survival.

  • Complete Single-Source Infrastructure Supply: We fulfill full laboratory tenders by manufacturing matching BS rammers, compaction moulds, core cutters, and supplying standard graded replacement sand.

  • Direct Factory Customer Support: Fully backed by our direct corporate warranty alongside immediate setup support and calibration charts accessible via our corporate WhatsApp channel.