Point Load Index Tester

Point Load Index Tester, is used for determining the Diametral Point Load Strength Index of rock cores and irregular lumps which can be tested without any treatment. The Point Load Test is primarily an Index Test for strength classification of rock materials. This instrument is mainly intended for field measurements on rock specimen but it can also be used in the laboratory. The results of the test may also be used to predict the uniaxial compressive strength of rock from correlations. The apparatus is light and portable. It can be used in the laboratory as well as in the field.

Salient Features:

Rock core specimens can be tested without any preparation.

The results of the test may also be used to predict the uniaxial compressive strength of rock.

With this instrument, a wide range of core sizes can be tested.

The frame has adequate adjustments to align perfectly the loading axis passing through the centre of the bearing plates and

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