Density Basket
Product Code : JA-SAAFT-9873
The Density Basket (SKU JA-SAAFT-9873) is a galvanised wire mesh basket, about 20 cm in diameter and 20 cm high, used to weigh coarse aggregate in water when determining specific gravity and water absorption. The basket holds the sample while it is suspended from a balance and immersed. This density basket is supplied by JaincoLab for civil engineering, concrete and highway laboratories.
Specifications
The basket is made of galvanised wire mesh, approximately 20 cm in diameter and 20 cm high; mesh size and hanger details are not listed in the product data and are confirmed on the quotation.
| Product | Density Basket |
| SKU | JA-SAAFT-9873 |
| Material | Galvanised wire mesh |
| Size | Approx. 20 cm diameter x 20 cm high |
| Use | Weighing aggregate in water |
Applications of the density basket
Students place soaked aggregate in the basket, weigh it suspended in water and then in air after surface drying and oven drying, and calculate specific gravity and absorption.
- Specific gravity of coarse aggregate
- Water absorption of aggregate
- Weighing samples in water on a density balance
- Concrete mix design data
- Civil engineering materials practicals
Scope of supply and ordering
This listing covers one galvanised wire mesh density basket. Accessories, spares and quantities are confirmed on the quotation. Balance with under-hook and water tank are confirmed on the quotation.
Minimum order quantity, packing and lead time for the Density Basket are stated on the quotation once the quantity and delivery destination are known. JaincoLab supplies single laboratory orders, bulk requirements for engineering colleges and polytechnics, and tender lots.
Frequently asked questions
What is it made of?
Galvanised wire mesh.
What size is it?
About 20 cm in diameter and 20 cm high.
What is it used for?
Weighing coarse aggregate in water for specific gravity and absorption.
Related products
Browse the JaincoLab aggregate testing equipment range for other aggregate and building material test equipment.
Request a quote
For a quotation on the Density Basket, share the quantity, any size or specification preference and the destination via the JaincoLab contact page; the sales team also answers at [email protected]. Tender and project enquiries can be sent through the tenders page.
