PLASTIC LIMIT SET:

AS PER IS: 2720 (Part- Vll) ASTM D 427, BS: 1377 AASHO 190.

Introduction:

Moisture contents at which soil has smallest plasticity is called limit. For determination purpose plastic limit is defined as the water content at which a soil will just begin to crumble when rolled into a thread of 3 mm. dia.

General Description and Specifications: The complete set consists of one each:-

• Glass plate 20 cm x 115 cm having ground ends and one side frosted.
• Brass or stainless steel rod 3 mm dia x 150 mm long.
• Flexible spatula.
• Set of 6 moisture containers.
• Porcelain basin 150 mm dia.
• Plastic wash bottle 500 ml.