EIJKELKAMP Penetrologger (penetrometer)

This device can be used for general research of the soil base, measurement of artificial compaction, determination of cross-country permeability for vehicles. It is also intended for the survey of compaction after the movement of forestry machinery in forest stands. The device records the resistance of each layer electronically in a table and graph, and automatically checks the rate of penetration. The measurement range is 0 - 10 Map, the resolution is 10 kPa, the cones have an area of 1 - 5 cm2, penetration to a depth of 80 cm (standard use in forestry up to 40 cm). The device includes a GPS module; alternatively, there is also a connectable soil moisture sensor.

Location: Room L327