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Tamping Rod
Tamping Rod (Product Code: SLE/CE/35) is a straight steel rod used to compact fresh concrete into cube moulds during specimen preparation in civil engineering, polytechnic and site quality-control laboratories. Technicians and students rod each layer of concrete by hand with it; the rod is 16 mm in diameter, 600 mm long and rounded at both ends. It is produced by Jain Scientific Equipments Pvt Ltd (ScienceLab), an OEM manufacturer, at its own licensed factory in Ambala, India.
Specifications
| Parameter | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use | Compacting concrete into cube moulds |
| Material | Steel |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Length | 600 mm |
| Ends | Rounded at both ends |
| Product code | SLE/CE/35 |
| Manufacturer | Jain Scientific Equipments Pvt Ltd (ScienceLab) — OEM |
| Country of origin | India (made in Ambala, Haryana) |
What Is a Concrete Tamping Rod Used For?
Air trapped in fresh concrete lowers the strength of test cubes, so specimens must be compacted consistently. The tamping rod is pushed down through each layer placed in the cube mould, with strokes spread evenly over the whole cross-section, before the next layer is added. The rounded ends enter the concrete smoothly and are less likely to scratch the mould faces than a square-cut end.
Follow the number of layers and strokes set by the test method your laboratory works to, and keep the rod vertical while tamping. Clean off cement paste straight after use and dry the rod before storage to prevent rust. A set of rods is standard lab equipment for technical institutes and colleges that cast and crush concrete cubes as part of their practicals.
OEM Manufacturer
ScienceLab is the trading name of Jain Scientific Equipments Private Limited (CIN U29309HR2020PTC087597), the OEM (original equipment manufacturer) of this Tamping Rod. Manufacturing takes place at the company's licensed factory at 449, HSIIDC Industrial Area, Saha, Ambala, Haryana (Factory Licence AMB-ONLINE-CHD-J-414), from where rods are sent factory-direct to colleges, construction laboratories, dealers and importers. Visit the company profile to learn more.
Related Civil Engineering Lab Equipment
A tamping rod is normally ordered with the moulds and tools used to cast test specimens:
- Concrete Cube Mould — the mould the rod is used to fill and compact.
- Tamping Bar — a square-section alternative for hand compaction of cubes.
- Straight Edge — for striking off surplus concrete after compaction.
- Cylindrical Mould — for casting cylinder specimens in the same session.
- Slump Test Apparatus — for checking workability before specimens are cast.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What size is the Tamping Rod?
The Tamping Rod (SLE/CE/35) is a steel rod 16 mm in diameter and 600 mm long, with both ends rounded. These dimensions are stated for compacting fresh concrete into cube moulds, so check that they match the rod required by your own test method.
What is the Tamping Rod used for?
The Tamping Rod is used for compacting concrete into cube moulds. Each layer of concrete is rodded with evenly distributed strokes to remove entrapped air, giving specimens whose compressive strength results can be compared fairly from batch to batch.
Why are the ends of the rod rounded?
Rounded ends let the Tamping Rod pass into fresh concrete without tearing the surface of the layer below and reduce the risk of scoring the inside faces of the mould. They also make the rod safer and more comfortable to handle during repeated strokes.
How should the rod be cared for?
After each use, wash cement paste off the Tamping Rod before it hardens, dry the rod fully and store it flat or hanging so it stays straight. A light protective oil film can be applied if the laboratory is humid, to keep the steel from rusting.
Who manufactures the Tamping Rod?
The Tamping Rod is manufactured by Jain Scientific Equipments Pvt Ltd, trading as ScienceLab, which is the OEM and produces it at its licensed factory in Saha, Ambala, Haryana, India. Orders, repeat supplies and quotations are handled by the manufacturer directly.
Can tamping rods be supplied in quantity for a whole laboratory?
Yes, the Tamping Rod can be quoted in the quantity your laboratory, college or dealership needs, for delivery in India and international markets. Mention the number of rods and any moulds you are buying so the manufacturer can prepare one combined quotation.
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Last updated: 24 September 2026
