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The document describes the Geotechnical Systems Australia Point Load Tester Model 6500, which is a portable instrument used to evaluate the point load strength of rock specimens. It has microprocessor control for load measurements, a compact aluminum construction, and can directly measure loads in kilonewtons or pounds of force. The point load strength test measures the point load strength and strength anisotropy index of rock samples.

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The document describes the Geotechnical Systems Australia Point Load Tester Model 6500, which is a portable instrument used to evaluate the point load strength of rock specimens. It has microprocessor control for load measurements, a compact aluminum construction, and can directly measure loads in kilonewtons or pounds of force. The point load strength test measures the point load strength and strength anisotropy index of rock samples.

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Geotechnical

Systems Australia

Point Load Tester


POINT LOAD TESTER

MODEL 6500
The Geotechnical Systems Australia Pty Ltd Point Load Tester is a portable instrument used for the evaluation of the Point Load Strength Index of rock specimens.

FEATURES
o Microprocessor control for superior load measurements. o Compact, aluminium construction, including robust carry case for transportation. o Direct load measurement in kilonewtons or pounds force. o Adjustable platen separation scale. o Hardened stainless steel ball set into the platen points to provide a true 5mm. point radius. o Safety screen for operator. o Open design, facilitating cleaning of instrument. o 15 hours battery life, auto power off. o Automatic zero setting. o Hold down holes in base plate allow fixing to bench or anchor plates. o Optional recording of data via RS 232 link to custom software.

BACKGROUND

The Point load strength test is an index test for rock strength classification. The test can measure the Point Load Strength, Is, of rock specimens and the Strength Anisotropy Index, la, which is the ratio of Point Load Strengths in directions which give the greatest and least values. Diametral and axial tests are performed on core samples, while block and irregular lump tests may be done on prepared and unprepared samples respectively. The specimen is fractured by applying load through a pair of uniaxial, conical platens. If necessary, size corrections may be applied to core specimens to yield the standard Is (50) value for a 50mm diameter core. Correlations between Is (50) and the Unconfined Compressive Strength have been documented.

DESCRIPTION

The instrument is based on a two column anodized aluminium and stainless steel loading frame so as to minimize size and weight yet maintain rigidity and load capacity. Load is applied through the hand operated hydraulic jack mounted on the reaction plate. The travel of the bottom platen is guided by closely toleranced bushings on the columns while platen separation is measured by a sliding scale with adjustable datum. The load measuring device is a strain gauge load cell located above the top platen. The intelligent display allows the operator to control the Point Load Tester frame through its front panel keypad. Alternatively a computer can run a custom software package to record test data. Peak hold values are shown on both display and monitor. The battery life of at least 15 hours ensures prolonged field or laboratory testing without the need for recharging. A transparent safety screen protects the operator from rock fragments during the test.
ACN 006 720 887 ABN 28 006 720 887

GEOTECHNICAL SYSTEMS AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD.


Quality

Specialists in Geotechnical Instrumentation

Point Load Tester


SPECIFICATION
LOAD CELL

POINT LOAD TESTER


HYDRAULIC JACK

Model 6500
67 kN 76 mm 8 x 1.25V Rechargeable 15 hours continuous 14 hours Intelligent LCD 180 x 205 x 475mm / 14Kg 250 x 300 x 525mm / 6.5 Kg

Range: Accuracy: Temperature Range: Separation:


FUNCTIONS

0-50 kN < 0.2% 0-50 Deg C 76mm max

Capacity: Stroke:
POWER

Battery: Life:

Peak Track Recall Configure


PLATENS

Retain peak load during testing Charge Period: Very low strength testing Recover last 5 values Sets readout option
FRONT PANEL

Display: Inst:

DIMENSIONS / WEIGHT

Stainless steel with hardened stainless steel ball points Box:

Because Geotechnical Systems is continually improving its products and processes, information contained within this brochure is subject to change without notice.

For more information or to discuss your application, contact

GEOTECHNICAL SYSTEMS AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD.


Specialists in Geotechnical Instrumentation
ACN 006 720 887 ABN 28 006 720 887

Head Office: 1/72 Bayfield, Bayswater VIC 3153 Phone Telephone: +61 (0)3 9720 5950 Email: [email protected]
+61 3 9720 5950 www.hmagroup.com.au Fax +61 3 9720 5942
E-mail

1/72 Bayfield Road Bayswater VIC 3153 Australia

Rev 0

13-03-03

[email protected]

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