Slake Durability Apparatus
Product Code : JA-RT-9855
The Slake Durability Apparatus (SKU JA-RT-9855) determines the resistance of rock to weathering and disintegration when it is immersed in water and tumbled. Rock lumps are placed in mesh drums that rotate partly submerged in water troughs, and the weight retained after the test cycles gives the slake durability index. Quick couplings allow the drums to be fitted and removed easily, and up to four sets of samples can be tested at once. It is supplied by JaincoLab for rock mechanics, geology and civil engineering laboratories.
Specifications
The apparatus tests up to four sets of samples, with quick couplings for fitting and removing the drums; drum size, mesh, rotation speed and motor are not listed in the product data and are confirmed on the quotation.
| Product | Slake Durability Apparatus |
| SKU | JA-RT-9855 |
| Test | Slake durability of rock |
| Capacity | Up to four sets of samples |
| Drums | Fitted and removed with quick couplings |
| Principle | Rotation of samples in drums partly immersed in water |
Experiments with the slake durability apparatus
Students dry and weigh rock lumps, rotate them in the water-filled drums for the test period, then dry and weigh the retained material to calculate the durability index.
- Slake durability index of shales and weak rocks
- Assessing weathering resistance for construction stone
- Comparing durability of different rock types
- Site investigation for cuttings and embankments
- Engineering geology practicals
Scope of supply and ordering
This listing covers the slake durability apparatus for up to four sample sets. Accessories, spares and quantities are confirmed on the quotation. Drying oven and balance are confirmed on the quotation.
Lead time, MOQ and packing are set on each quotation for the ordered quantity and delivery destination. The Slake Durability Apparatus can be ordered for a single laboratory or as part of a complete laboratory package for a college or training programme.
Frequently asked questions
What does the test measure?
The resistance of rock to weathering and disintegration when immersed in water.
How many samples can be tested at once?
Up to four sets of samples.
How are the drums handled?
Quick couplings allow easy fitting and removal of the drums.
Related products
- Point Load Index Tester
- Miniature High Pressure Permeameter
- Unconfined Compression Tester for Rocks
- Polishing and Lapping Machine
For a complete rock mechanics laboratory, see the rock testing equipment range.
Request a quote
To get a quotation for the Slake Durability Apparatus, send SKU JA-RT-9855, the quantity and the delivery destination through the JaincoLab contact page or email [email protected]. Institutions and contractors buying under a tender can also reach us via the tenders page.
