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PN-COMP-DIG-S - Digital Soil Compaction Meter - Electronic Dial Penetrometer

$580.00
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PN-COMP-DIG-S
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Product Description

Turf-Tec International, Tallahassee, Florida. USA (850) 580-4026This product is made by Turf-Tec International in the USA

Digital Soil Compaction Tester /  Digital Dial Penetrometer

The Digital Soil Compaction Tester / Digital Dial Penetrometer shows if you have layers or hard pans in the soil profile. By pushing the Digital Soil Compaction Tester into the soil with steady down pressure and watching the digital read out, you can visually see any hard pans in the soil profile up to 24 inches deep (60 cm).

Digital Soil Compaction Tester / Digital Dial Penetrometer is a simple tool that uses downward pressure to determine soil compaction at different depths in the soil profile. With this easy to use tool you can test down to 24 inches deep (60 cm)

The NEW Digital Soil Compaction Tester is a digital version of the Dial Penetrometer for testing hard pans in the soil, It uses an electronic force sensor that eliminates changing tip size for different soil types. The LCD display reads in PSI or kPa shows compaction severity with green/yellow/red color code. It is rugged and meets ASABE S313.3 Soil Compaction Standard.

By pushing the Digital Soil Compaction Tester into the soil with steady downward pressure and watching the digital read out, you can visually see any hard pans in the soil profile up to 24 inches deep (60 cm).  It also reads the maximum or "Peak" PSI reading after each reading.

Soil compaction can occur in any type of soil. Years of traffic, tillage, Aerification and settling can cause soil particles to group together and fill in air spaces in the soil creating a “plow pan” or "hard pan" below the root zone. When this happens, a hard layer is formed making it difficult for moisture and roots to penetrate the soil.  Some soil types are more susceptible to compaction than others; but once a compaction layer is formed, and moisture and traffic continues, the compaction layer will continue to get denser and thicker.

Digital Soil Compaction Tester / Digital Dial Penetrometer is a simple tool that uses downward pressure to determine soil compaction at different depths in the soil profile. With this easy to use tool you can test down to 24 inches deep (60 cm).

Why Test Soil Compaction?

Turfgrass Areas

  • Increase the effectiveness of your irrigation system
  • Applications of fertilizers, pesticides and herbicides will penetrate the soil better
  • Increase soil water retention and infiltration
  • Insure Aerification techniques are reaching desired depths
  • Maintain consistency from one green, fairway, tee to another for firmness and playability
  • Maintain firmness and playability from one athletic field to another.

Farming

  • Increase yield by increasing root and plant development
  • Reduce time and fuel cost by reducing power needed to till a field
  • Increase the effectiveness of fertilizers, pesticides and herbicides
  • Increase soil water retention and infiltration

The NEW Digital Soil Compaction Tester is a digital version of the Dial Penetrometer for testing hard pans in the soil, It uses an electronic force Sensor that eliminates changing tip size for different soil types. The LCD display reads in PSI or kPa PLUS shows compaction severity with green/yellow/red color code. It is rugged and meets ASABE S313.3 Soil Compaction Standard.

 To read the Digital Soil Compaction Tester / Digital Dial Penetrometer simply look at progress bar on digital read out for color comparison and digital display for PSI or kPa numeric value

To read the Digital Soil Compaction Tester / Digital Dial Penetrometer simply look at progress bar on digital read out for color comparison and digital display for PSI or kPa numeric value

Green (0 - 200 psi) - Good Growing Conditions

Yellow (200 - 300 psi) - Fair Growing Conditions

Red (300 psi and above) - Poor Growing Conditions

The NEW Digital Soil Compaction Tester is a digital version of the Dial Penetrometer for testing hard pans in the soil, It uses an electronic force Sensor that eliminates changing tip size for different soil types.

Turf-Tec Soil Compaction Tester / Dial Penetrometer - Soil compaction example chart

Product Features

• Ultra-hard tool steel cone for years of service

• Electronic Force Sensor eliminates changing cone size to improve resolution

• Shaft marked every 4in (10cm) for easy depth reference

• Reads in PSI or kPa shows compaction severity with green / yellow / red color code

• Rugged design & rubber protector for repeated field use

• Meets ASABE S313.3 Soil Compaction Standard

• Replaceable tip

Specifications

  • Range: 0-825 PSI (0-5690 kPa)

  • Resolution: +/-1 PSI (5 kPa)

  • Accuracy: +/-15 PSI (100 kPa)

  • Max Penetration Depth: 30 in (76 cm)

  • Range: 0 to 825 PSI (0 to 5690 kPa)

  • Color Coded Display: 0-200 PSI(1400 kPa) Green

  • 200-300 PSI Yellow

  • 300+PSI (2070 kPa) Red

  • Overall Size: 35.25 x11x2.75 in (90x28x8 cm)

  • Weight: 2 Lbs (1 kg)

  • Batteries: 2 x AA Size (included)

  • Cone: 0.505 in. Ultra-Hard Tool Steel (included)

  • MADE IN USA

 

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PN-COMP-DIG-S - Digital Soil Compaction Tester /  Digital Dial Penetrometer

Warranty

Turf-Tec International Terms of Sale and Warranty LIMITED WARRANTY OF TURF-TEC INTERNATIONAL PRODUCTS Turfgrass Products Corporation - dba - Turf-Tec International ("Seller") warrants to the final purchaser, that all Turf-Tec International tools will be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of one year from date of purchase. SELLER'S SOLE OBLIGATION AND YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY under this Limited Warranty and, to the extent permitted by law, any warranty or condition implied by law, shall be the repair or replacement of parts, without charge, which are defective in material or workmanship and which have not been misused, carelessly handled, or improperly repaired by persons other than Turf-Tec International. To make a claim under this Limited Warranty, you must return the complete tool, transportation prepaid, to Turf-Tec International after contacting Turf-Tec International and receiving a return authorization number. Please include a dated proof of purchase with your tool. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO ONE YEAR FROM DATE OF PURCHASE. IN NO EVENT SHALL SELLER BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LIABILITY FOR LOSS OF PROFITS) ARISING FROM THE SALE OR USE OF THIS PRODUCT. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE IN THE U.S., PROVINCE TO PROVINCE IN CANADA AND FROM COUNTRY TO COUNTRY. Return Policy: Turf-Tec International has been in business since 1976 and we pride ourselves in producing quality tools that last for years and years. We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee on all of our products and will gladly accept any return for a credit to be used at Turf-Tec International for future orders or a check refund may be issued. There is a 30% re-stocking fee for all returned merchandise whether an in house credit or a refund is requested and shipping charges will not be refunded. All returned merchandise must be new and in re-salable condition. Turf-Tec will only receive returns if a return authorization number is first obtained from Turf-Tec International. Again, all returned merchandise must be new and in re-salable condition and Turf-Tec does not pay return shipping fee's. Hold Harmless Agreement The seller shall protect, defend, indemnify and hold the purchaser and their respective assigns and their attorneys, accountants, employees, officers and directors harmless from and against all losses, costs, liabilities, claims, damages and expenses of every kind and character, as incurred, resulting from or relating to or arising out of the inaccuracy of results, injury of user, injury of sports participant, turfgrass loss, warranty, covenant or any agreement made by the seller in this agreement.

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