The Semi-Automatic Dynamic Cone Penetrometer enables a single technician to conduct non-destructive pavement evaluation associated with the traditional Dynamic Cone Penetrometer.

The instrument is mounted on a trailer and is computer controlled.

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Hammering is performed mechanically with the hammer lifted by a chain, which is driven by an electric motor.
The rod is extracted by means of the hydraulic device.
A rate of 24 blows per minute can be attained.

Data are captured automatically, the penetration depth being recorded for every blow.
The data file created is compatible with the Division's DCP software, thereby reducing data-processing time.

Outputs include pavement structural number, CBR, UCS and Elastic Moduli values, structural E80 capacity, deviation from standard pavement balance curve and redefined layer strength diagram.

The benefit of the SA-DCP is that it can be operated by a single technician, while maintaining the same testing standard as the manual DCP.

Dimensions:

Mechanical hardware: 250x50x60 cm (100x20x24in)
Trailer: 320x160x70 cm (126x63x28in).

Approx mass:

Mechanical hardware: 100 kg (220lb).
Trailer: 230 kg (510lb).

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