Soil Sampling Augers

Designs of Gilson Soil Sampling Auger Heads are optimized for use with specific soil types. The soil augers, along with extensions, cross handles, and quick-connect pins, are available with either carbon-steel or stainless-steel construction. Auger heads with hex fittings attach easily to the extensions and cross handles using quick-connect pins.

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• Standard Soil Augers sample most soil types, feature an open bit design, and are available in 3in (76mm) and 4in (102mm) diameters.
• Clay Augers have an open face design and work well for collecting samples of cohesive soils. Available in 3in (76mm) and 4in (102mm) diameters.
• Sand Augers are designed for sampling loose sandy soils and have closed bits to retain cuttings. They are available in 3in (76mm) and 4in (102mm) diameters.
• Mud Augers are best-suited for sampling muck-like, boggy, peat, and root-bound soils. This auger offers an open design and is available in 3in (76mm) diameter.