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Penetration Strength Tester

Name: Penetration Strength Tester
Brand: APAN ENTERPRISE
Price: 1000.0 INR
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Penetration Strength Tester Specification

Humidity
Suitable for outdoor/indoor field conditions

Response Time
Immediate (Real-time Reading)

Display Type
Digital LCD Display

Resolution
0.01 mm (digital display)

Specimen Size
No strict limitation, suitable for field/construction samples

Power Supply
Battery Operated (for digital display)

Interface Type
No data output interface

Application
Concrete Testing, Mortar Testing, Construction Inspection, Quality Control, NDT

Test Range
Concrete/Mortar Strength: up to 70 MPa

Features
Portable, Fast Strength Estimation, Digital Display, Non-Destructive

Accuracy
0.1 mm (penetration measurement)

Equipment Type
Penetration Concrete Strength Tester

Number of Specimens
Single specimen at a time

Temperature
Operational: 0C to 50C

Mounting Type
Hand-held

Operating Voltage
DC (Battery powered)

Measuring Range
Penetration Depth: up to 20 mm

Port Size
Standard size for penetration needle

Automation Grade
Manual

Usage
NDT Concrete/Mortar Compressive Strength Estimation

Capacity
Designed for repeated field use

Machine Weight
Approx. 1.5 kg

Test Speed
Manual/Controlled Impact

Test Width
Suitable for standard concrete/mortar samples

Test Stroke
Variable as per penetration

Control Mode
Manual trigger mechanism

Penetration Method
Test nail driven with controlled force

Penetration Needle
Hardened steel, replaceable

Data Retention
Digital hold function for readings

Instrument Body Material
Aluminum Alloy for instrument chassis

Material Compatibility
Concrete, Mortar, Similar Building Materials

Strength Calculation
Interpretation via strength curve from penetration depth

Operation Environment
On-site, field, or laboratory testing

Penetration Strength Tester Trade Information

Minimum Order Quantity
1 Piece

Main Export Market(s)
Asia

About Penetration Strength Tester

PENETRATION STRENGTH TESTERS

Concrete Mortar Shotcrete | Professional Construction NDT Equipment

Penetration Strength Testers for Mortar, Concrete and Shotcrete

LANGRY Penetration Strength Testers are professional field testing instruments for rapid assessment of mortar and concrete strength using the penetration method. The range includes the SJY-800B Penetration Mortar Strength Tester and SJY-1000B Penetration Concrete Strength Tester. By applying controlled penetration force and measuring test-nail penetration depth, the instruments provide strength-related field data through the applicable measurement curve.

Ideal for civil engineers, construction contractors, inspection agencies, quality-control laboratories and infrastructure professionals, LANGRY penetration testers provide a practical addition to a complete construction NDT testing program.

What Is a Penetration Strength Tester?

A penetration strength tester measures the depth to which a standardized test nail penetrates mortar or concrete under controlled force. Penetration depth is then correlated with material compressive strength using the applicable strength measurement curve.

CONTROLLED FORCE NAIL PENETRATION DEPTH MEASUREMENT STRENGTH CURVE ESTIMATED STRENGTH

LANGRY Penetration Strength Tester Range

SJY-800B Penetration Mortar Strength Tester

The SJY-800B is designed primarily for masonry mortar strength testing. Its lever-type force application system, test nail, and digital penetration-depth measurement make it suitable for construction inspection, masonry quality control, and field mortar evaluation.

SJY-1000B Penetration Concrete Strength Tester

The SJY-1000B is designed for concrete penetration testing and is specifically positioned for shotcrete strength testing. It uses controlled penetration force and digital depth measurement to provide practical field information about concrete resistance.

Parameter	SJY-800B	SJY-1000B
Primary application	Masonry mortar	Concrete / Shotcrete
Penetration force	800 8 N	10 kN
Working stroke	20 0.1 mm	20 0.1 mm
Digital range	20 mm	20 mm
Digital resolution	0.01 mm	0.01 mm
Nail length	40 mm	40 mm
Nail diameter	3.5 mm	3.5 / 3.1 mm
Gauge groove	39.5 mm	39.5 mm
Test principle	Penetration method	Penetration method

Key Benefits for Construction NDT

Rapid field assessment of mortar and concrete strength-related properties

Portable design for construction-site and inspection applications

Controlled penetration force for standardized testing conditions

Digital penetration-depth measurement with 0.01 mm resolution

Dedicated models for mortar and concrete/shotcrete applications

Useful as a supplementary method within a broader concrete NDT program

Localized testing without removal of a large specimen

How Penetration Strength Testing Works

Select a suitable test location and prepare the test surface.

Install the specified measuring nail in the tester.

Apply the controlled force using the tester's mechanical mechanism.

Drive the nail into the test material.

Measure penetration depth using the digital measuring system.

Interpret penetration depth with the applicable strength measurement curve.

Record and evaluate results together with other project and NDT information.

Applications

Masonry mortar strength testing

Concrete penetration strength testing

Shotcrete strength testing

Construction quality control

Civil engineering inspection

Building and structural assessment

Infrastructure construction and maintenance

Engineering material evaluation

Research and development

Field testing by inspection agencies and laboratories

Penetration Strength Tester vs. Other NDT Methods

Different NDT methods provide different types of information. A rebound hammer evaluates surface rebound response; ultrasonic testing evaluates wave transmission; rebar scanners locate reinforcement and measure cover-related parameters; adhesion testers evaluate bond strength. A penetration strength tester measures resistance to standardized nail penetration and correlates penetration depth with material strength.

Combining appropriate NDT methods can provide a more comprehensive picture of construction quality and structural condition.

Efficient Non-Destructive Testing

With the Penetration Strength Tester, you can quickly estimate the compressive strength of concrete and mortar without damaging the specimen. Its digital display provides instant results, enabling prompt decision-making in the field, laboratory, or during quality control processes. The instrument's compact, lightweight design ensures easy transport and operation across construction sites, blending reliability and simplicity.

Designed for Rigorous Field Use

Crafted with an aluminum alloy chassis and a hardened steel, replaceable penetration needle, this tester is built to withstand tough operating environments. Its variable test stroke and broad compatibility with concrete and mortar samples make it adaptable to a range of inspection and quality control applications. The manual-controlled trigger allows precise force application for consistent and repeatable results under various site conditions.

FAQ's of Penetration Strength Tester:

Q: How does the Penetration Strength Tester determine compressive strength in materials like concrete or mortar?

A: The tester drives a hardened steel needle into the material using a controlled manual force. It digitally records the depth of penetration, interpreting strength via an automatically generated strength curve to estimate compressive strength up to 70 MPa.

Q: What types of materials are compatible with this tester?

A: The device is designed for concrete, mortar, and similar building materials commonly encountered in construction, making it versatile for various field and laboratory applications.

Q: When should I use this tester on-site or in the lab?

A: Use the device for quality control, construction inspection, and non-destructive strength estimation at any stage-whether you are verifying new pours on-site or conducting routine checks in a laboratory setting.

Q: Where can the Penetration Strength Tester be operated effectively?

A: It functions reliably both indoors and outdoors, and is built to withstand a wide range of humidity and temperature conditions (0C to 50C), suiting diverse environments from construction fields to controlled lab settings.

Q: What is the process for conducting a test and how is data retained?

A: To perform a test, manually drive the penetration needle into the material and read the penetration depth on the digital LCD display. The device features a digital hold function to retain readings for convenient data recording.

Q: What are the main usage benefits of this tester for construction professionals?

A: Key benefits include its portability, immediate digital readings, high measurement resolution, and non-destructive methodology, making it ideal for fast and accurate on-the-go strength evaluations without damaging tested samples.

Beyond the Penetration Strength Tester, LANGRY NDT offers a comprehensive catalog of Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) instruments designed for civil engineering, quality control, and structural integrity assessments:

1. Rebound Hammers (Schmidt Hammers)

Purpose: Assesses concrete surface hardness and estimates compressive strength without core sampling.
Key Offerings:

Digital Rebound Hammers: Integrated digital displays, automatic angle correction, and data logging capabilities.
Mechanical Rebound Hammers: Lightweight, battery-free field instruments (Type N / Type L).

2. Rebar Locators & Detectors

Purpose: Locates buried rebar, determines concrete cover thickness, and estimates reinforcement bar diameter before drilling or cutting.
Key Features: High-resolution sensors to prevent cutting through critical reinforcement grids in beams, slabs, and columns.

3. Crack Width & Depth Testers

Purpose: Comprehensive crack evaluation for structural health monitoring.
Key Models:

CWD800 Crack Width & Depth Tester: Combines microscopic optical/digital crack width measurement with ultrasonic depth evaluation.
LR-FS500 Crack Depth Detector: High-penetration ultrasonic pulse velocity unit focused on measuring crack depths up to .

4. Concrete Floorslab Thickness Testers

Purpose: Measures concrete slab and non-ferromagnetic pavement thickness using electromagnetic non-destructive testing.
Key Model:

FT90 Floorslab Thickness Tester: Features auto-centering transmitting and receiving probes with a measuring range of to and data storage for up to 5,000 components.

5. Anchor Pull-Out & Adhesion Testers

Purpose: Evaluates tensile strength, anchor bolt installation reliability, and bond strength of surface coatings or mortars.
Key Models:

APT50 / APT100 / APT200 / APT300 Series: Hydraulic pull-out testers for structural anchors with measuring capacities from up to .
APT500 / APT1000 Heavy-Duty Series: High-capacity hydraulic testers supporting loads up to ().

6. Calibration & Support Accessories

Testing Anvils: Steel calibration anvils used to verify and calibrate mechanical and digital rebound hammers prior to field inspection.
PC Data Analysis Software: Dedicated reporting software for processing field logs, generating inspection reports, and performing detailed waveform analysis.