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DCP Field Test Precedure

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DYNAMIC CONE PENETROMETER |7

5. TEST PROCEDURE
The Dynamic Cone Penetrometer (DCP) test is a relatively quick field test to determine the
penetration resistance of the soil. The density of soil is measured to evaluate its strength and
ability to resist settlements. The compactive effort and moisture content are the two most
essential factors in ensuring optimum density. By compacting the soil at or near optimal
moisture content, you create the ideal conditions for any kind of compactible soil to sustain
these strength properties. The following procedure is based on AS 1289.6.3.2-1997.

NOTE: Before initiating this test, the whereabouts of probable subsurface utilities
such as gas, water, and electricity should be identified.

Preparation of site: Unearth to the level to be tested. Remove any material, such as crushed
rock or gravel, that will be too difficult to penetrate with the penetrometer or that may cause
damage to the instrument. Check if the drop height is 510mm.

❖ Record the depth from the surface level to the top surface of the layer to be tested,
approximated to the closest 10mm.
❖ Hold the penetrometer vertically with the point of the cone on the surface of the layer to
be tested, and gently strike the anvil with the hammer until the broadest section of the
cone begins to penetrate the surface.
❖ Raise the hammer to the stop and let it drop freely onto the anvil. Count how many drops
it takes to drive the penetrometer and record either blows per mm or mm per blows
whichever is most applicable to your application.
❖ Material type, moisture condition and location of ground water should be recorded.
❖ Record the analysis readings to a tabular section similar as Table 1 to do further
calculations.

(Australian Standard AS 1289.6.3.2)

NOTE: Selection of the appropriate correlation is a matter of professional


judgment.

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