Direct Shear Apparatus, Motorised
Shear box apparatus for determining the cohesion and angle of internal friction of soil.
Typical applications
- Shear strength parameters c and φ for foundation and slope design
Conforms to
- IS 2720 (Part 13)—Direct shear test
- IS 11229—Shear box for testing of soils — Specification
- ASTM D3080—Direct Shear Test of Soils Under Consolidated Drained Conditions
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Specification
| Shear boxes | 60 × 60 mm and 100 × 100 mm |
|---|---|
| Strain rates | Multi-speed gearbox, typically 0.00012–1.25 mm/min |
| Normal load | Lever-arm loading yoke with weights |
| Measurement | Proving ring and dial gauges, or load cell and LVDT |
Support available
- Installation & commissioning
- Calibration
- Operator training
- Annual maintenance contract
- Spares & consumables
Calibration is arranged through NABL-accredited laboratories under the relevant scope. We state the scope and the certificate number on the quotation — see what accreditation actually covers.
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