Applications:
The Dynamic Cone Penetrometer (DCP) is an instrument designed for the rapid in-situ measurement of the structural properties of existing road pavements constructed with unbound material. 

Features:

• Well proven, robust design
• Portable and easy to operate
• Tests can be carried out in minutes
• Results correlate well with conventional CBR readings
• Detects layer boundaries and thicknesses
• Ideal in locations where access is difficult (such as coal holes)

Equipment detail:
The 8 kg free fall hammer is lifted and dropped through a height of 575mm. The distance of penetration of the cone tip is then recorded and the cycle repeated. Continuous measurements can be made down to a depth of approximately 850mm or when extension shafts are fitted to a maximum recommended depth of 2 meters. Where sub-pavement layers have different strengths, the boundaries can be identified and the thickness determined.
Power                                   : Manual (Hand Operated)
Cone diameter                     : 20 mm
Cone angle                          : 60 degrees
Hammer Weight                  : 8 Kg
Hammer freefall height        : 575 mm
Upper steel shaft                 : 16 mm diameter
Lower steel shaft                 : 16 mm diameter
Length of lower shaft           : 900 - 1200 mm long
Graduation of lower shaft    : Marked in 5 mm increment
Case size approximately     : 1100 x 250 x 150mm
Weight                                 : 29kg
Overall Dimensions             :    1290 X 210 X 225 (L X W X D) mm

The equipment comprises of the following parts and accessories:

• One dropping weight of 8 kg, top with handle. 
• 1 meter scale mounted on square pipe
• Penetration rod cone and an anvil.
• Extension Rod (Optional Extra)
• One Copy of Operating Instruction manual with General Assembly Drawing
• Wooden carrying case
• Bar, wrench and spanner accessories