Measure the carbonate content of a soil sample with the Royal Eijkelkamp calcimeter, created for the simultaneous research of 5 samples according to the method described in ISO 10693. Complete with Erlenmeyer flasks (10 pieces) and test tubes (160 pieces).
The calcimeter measures the amount of calcium carbonate, or lime contents, in the soil. A good amount of calcium carbonate in the soil shows that the pH is good, and acidity is not too high. This is important information when researching the quality of soil. It shows that the conditions for soil life are good. The determination of carbonate content is an important step in the soil classification process, and research how suitable soil is for its intended use.
The calcimeter design
This calcimeter is suitable for use in a professional lab and made to be sturdy and durable. The design is stable and ergonomic, to ensure safe use of hydrochloric acid. It comes with 5 identical set ups to perform 5 measurements in one time
The calcimeter comes with reaction vessels and test tubes.
Working principal
Soil with carbonates are treated with hydraulic acid and the volume of the released carbon dioxide is measured . The change in water level in the burettes is a direct measure of the mass of carbon evolved and therefor of the soil carbonate decomposed from the soil sample.
Applications
| Calcimeter | |
|---|---|
| Number of samples | 5 identical setups |
| Sample specification | Disturbed soil |
| Measured parameters | Carbonate content |
| Weight | 30 kg |
| Package size | 146 x 62 x 59 cm |
| Filename |
|---|
| Manual 08.53 Calcimeter |
