Fine Aggregate Angularity Apparatus

The Fine Aggregate Angularity Apparatus measures the uncompacted void content of fine aggregates to determine angularity and sphericity properties that affect the workability of mix designs.

The test begins with the transfer of a homogeneous sample to the hopper while the discharge opening is blocked with the operator’s finger. When the user’s finger is removed, the sample flows into the 100ml copper cylindrical measure. Excess material is struck off with an HMA-11A Spatula, and the cylindrical measure is removed and weighed. The specimen mass and uncompacted void content are calculated.

The bottom of the measure has a recess to fit a locating pin on the Funnel Stand to ensure precision and repeatability. The HMA-11A Flat-Edged Spatula for strike-off and an SGA-93 Stainless Steel Pan to retain sample material are available separately and meet AASHTO T 304 and ASTM C1252 standards. Gilson offers two models for this popular test.

SG-40 Includes a 100ml copper Cylindrical Measure, Funnel with a specified hopper, Funnel Stand, and a Glass Plate for calibration.

SG-40A features a strike-off guide for the exact alignment of the spatula blade to the top of the Cylindrical Measure. This has been experimentally shown to improve the repeatability of test results between operators as well as laboratories. A 100ml copper Cylindrical Measure, specified Funnel, Funnel Stand, and a Glass Plate for calibration are included.

Features:

• The optimal solution for determining the uncompacted void content of fine aggregates
• Meets ASTM C1252 and AASHTO T 304 requirements
• Operational repeatability and precision

Included Items:

• Fine Aggregate Angularity Apparatus
• 100ml copper Cylindrical Measure Funnel
• Funnel Stand
• Glass Plate for calibration

Accessories:

• SGA-93 Corrosion-Resistant, Stainless Steel Pan meets ASTM and AASHTO Uncompacted Void Content of Fine Aggregate test methods
• SGA-92 100ml Measure for Fine Aggregate Void Content for precise testing
• SGA-91 Fine Aggregate Void Content Glass Plate calibrates void content measure
• HMA-11A Flat Edged Spatula for striking off volumetric measure

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