Boundary Pressure Cell

Description

The Model 2100 Boundary Pressure Cell has one sensitive diaphragm contact face and is connected to a vibrating wire transducer. It is used to measure soil pressures directly on structures. Can be connected to a datalogger or read using a handheld readout unit.

Application

The Model 2100 Boundary cell is designed to measure soil pressure directly on structural faces. It can be used in:

• Earth embankments
• Dams
• Foundations, retaining walls and piles
• Pipelines, culverts, under buildings and raft foundations.
• Tunnel linings

Features

• Long term stability
• Rugged design
• Highly sensitive and accurate
• Simple installation
• Can tolerate long cable lengths
• Waterproof design
• Fitted with thermistor
• Able to be connected to data logging systems

Specifications

• Pressure ranges (kPa) 350, 700, 1000, 2000, 3000, 5000
• Accuracy <± 0.5% full scale
• Resolution 0.025% full scale
• Operating temperature: -20 to +65C
• Dimension: 230mm, 40mm thick
• Weight: 2.6 kg