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Load ring penetrometer
Load ring penetrometer (Product Code: SLE/CE/71) is a hand-pushed cone penetrometer used to measure the bearing strength and degree of compaction of soils on site and in soil laboratories. Engineers and students push its 30° cone, with a 645 mm² base area, into the ground by a T-handle while a 1 kN (100 kgf) load ring with a maximum-load pointer captures the peak resistance. It is made by Jain Scientific Equipments Pvt Ltd (ScienceLab), an OEM laboratory instrument manufacturer in India, at its own factory in Ambala.
Specifications
| Parameter | Detail |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Measuring the bearing strength and compaction degree of soils |
| Cone | 30° end cone, area 645 mm² (1 sq in) |
| Load ring | 1 kN (100 kgf) capacity, with maximum load pointer |
| Handle | T-shaped handle connected to the load ring |
| Extension rod | Five 100 mm graduations |
| Supplied with | Calibration chart |
| Weight | Approx. 4 kg |
| Product code | SLE/CE/71 |
| Manufacturer | Jain Scientific Equipments Pvt Ltd (ScienceLab) — OEM |
| Country of origin | India (made in Ambala, Haryana) |
What Is the Load Ring Penetrometer Used For?
The operator stands over the test spot, grips the T-handle and pushes the cone steadily into the soil. The graduations on the extension rod show how deep the cone has gone in 100 mm steps, while the maximum-load pointer stays at the highest reading on the ring so it can be noted after the cone is withdrawn. The calibration chart converts that reading into force, and dividing by the cone area gives the penetration resistance.
Because a reading takes only moments, the instrument is ideal for mapping how evenly a fill or subgrade has been compacted, finding soft spots before CBR or plate load tests, and checking ground conditions for vehicle access or farm soil studies. As educational laboratory equipment in India, it gives students a quick, hands-on feel for soil strength. Keep the rod vertical and push at an even speed for comparable results.
OEM Manufacturer
Jain Scientific Equipments Private Limited (CIN U29309HR2020PTC087597) trades as ScienceLab and is the OEM of this load ring penetrometer. The instrument is manufactured at the company's licensed factory at 449, HSIIDC Industrial Area, Saha, Ambala, Haryana (Factory Licence AMB-ONLINE-CHD-J-414).
It is supplied factory-direct to highway laboratories, agricultural and engineering colleges, dealers and importers, and questions about replacement cones or extension rods go straight to the manufacturer — ask us. See our company profile for more.
Related Civil Engineering Lab Equipment
Penetration readings are often combined with other quick field and laboratory tests. These instruments work alongside it:
- Proctor penetrometer — moisture versus penetration resistance of fine-grained soils
- Dial penetrometers — pocket-size readings of sand friction and clay cohesion
- Field CBR test set — in-situ bearing ratio where the penetrometer shows weak ground
- Core cutters — in-place density to confirm the degree of compaction
See the complete Civil Engineering Lab Equipment range.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Load ring penetrometer measure?
The Load ring penetrometer measures the resistance of soil to a pushed cone, which is used to judge the bearing strength and degree of compaction of soils in fills, subgrades and natural ground, both on site and in the laboratory.
What size is the cone on the Load ring penetrometer?
The Load ring penetrometer uses a 30° end cone with a base area of 645 mm², equal to 1 square inch. That known area lets the ring reading be converted into penetration resistance per unit area.
What load capacity does the Load ring penetrometer have?
The Load ring penetrometer has a 1 kN (100 kgf) capacity load ring fitted with a maximum-load pointer, so the peak force reached during each push stays displayed until you reset it.
How is penetration depth read on the Load ring penetrometer?
Penetration depth on the Load ring penetrometer is read from its extension rod, which carries five graduations spaced 100 mm apart, so readings can be taken at set depths below the surface.
Is the Load ring penetrometer supplied with calibration data?
Yes, the Load ring penetrometer is supplied complete with a calibration chart for converting ring readings to load. If you need a separate calibration certificate, discuss it with us on the contact page before ordering.
Who manufactures the Load ring penetrometer?
The Load ring penetrometer is manufactured by Jain Scientific Equipments Pvt Ltd (ScienceLab) as the OEM at its own licensed factory at Saha, Ambala, Haryana, India. Quotations and repeat orders come directly from the manufacturer.
Is the Load ring penetrometer easy to carry on site?
Yes, the Load ring penetrometer weighs about 4 kg, so one person can carry it across a site and take many readings in a short time without any power supply.
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Last updated: 24 September 2026
