Boundary Pressure Cell
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GEO-DS-0005 Boundary Pressure Cell
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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 +65C
- Dimension: 230mm, 40mm thick
- Weight: 2.6 kg