Automatic Concrete Compression
Meets and exceeds ASTM, AASHTO and EN requirements
600kN, 1500kN, 2000kN and 3000kN machines available
Heavy duty welded frame, automatic hydraulic power pack with data acquisition & control system
Easy to use – automatically saves the test parameters and test results
Super accurate, heavy duty machine
Automatic range of compression testing machines have been designed for reliable and consistent testing of a wide range of specimens. These compression testers are the results of continuous research to upgrade the testing machines with the latest technologies to conform to the latest standards EN 12390-3, EN 12390- 4, BS 1881 and ASTM C39 in terms of its technical properties taking into account client requirements. These also meet the requirements of CE norms for the health and safety of the operator.
Tests can be performed by either on BC 100 Unit or on a computer with using free Software. The advantages of performing tests on computer with using our Software, such as reporting, graphical output, etc.. The Automatic range of compression testing machines allow inexperienced operators to perform the test. Once the machine has been switched on and the specimen is positioned and centered by the help of centering apparatus, the only required operations are:
Tests can be performed by either on BC 100 Unit or on a computer with using free Software. The advantages of performing tests on computer with using our Software, such as reporting, graphical output, etc.. The Automatic range of compression testing machines allow inexperienced operators to perform the test. Once the machine has been switched on and the specimen is positioned and centered by the help of centering apparatus, the only required operations are:
- Setting test parameters, including pace rate (only required when the specimen type is changed)
- Pressing the START button on the control unit
- The machine automatically starts the rapid approach, when the specimen touches the upper platen the rapid approach is ended and starts loading at the pace rate that selected by user and stops once the specimen fails
- Automatically saves the test parameters and test results
All models are supplied in Class 1 starting from 10% of the full range as standard EN 12390-3, 12390-4, BS 1881 and ASTM C39. Our range of Semi-Automatic and Automatic Machines can be upgraded with option TC-0210 special calibration Class 1 starting from 1% of the full range. This exceptional performance enables the machines to be used for a considerable number of applications including:
- Early age ( 2 or 3 days ) compression strength tests
- Flexural and splitting tests by using proper accessories
- Mortar (Cement) compression tests by using proper accessories
- Core testing with TC-0210
The compression machines consist of a heavy duty welded frame, automatic hydraulic power pack with data acquisition and control system BC 100.
- Maximum pressure valves to avoid machine overloading
- Piston travel limit switch
- Emergency stop button
- Front and rear transparent durable plexiglas guards
- Software controlled maximum load value
| Model | TC-4031 | TC-4131 | TC-4231 | TC-4331 | TC-6231 | TC-6331 |
| Capacity kN (lbf) | 600 (134.89) | 1500 (337.21) | 2000 (449.62) | 3000 (674.43) | 2000 (449.62) | 3000 (674.43) |
| Standard | ASTM C39; AASHTO T22 | ASTM C39; AASHTO T22 | EN | EN | ASTM | ASTM |
| The roughness value for texture of loading and auxiliary platens | ≤ 3.2μm | ≤ 3.2μm | ≤ 3.2μm | ≤ 3.2μm | ≤ 3.2μm | ≤ 3.2μm |
| Lower Platens Dimensions mm (inch) | Ø 165 (6.50) | Ø 216 (8.50) | Ø 300 (11.81) | Ø 300 (11.81) | Ø 165 (6.50) | Ø 165 (6.50) |
| Upper Platens Dimensions mm (inch) | Ø 300 (11.81) | Ø 300 (11.81) | Ø 165 (6.50) | Ø 165 (6.50) | ||
| Upper Platens With Ball Seating Assembly Dimensions mm (inch) | Ø 165 (6.50) | Ø 216 (8.50) | ||||
| Maximum Vertical Clearance Between Platens mm (inch) | 340 (13.39) | 370 (14.57) | 340 (13.39) | 340 (13.39) | 370 (14.57) | 370 (14.57) |
| Piston Diameter mm (inch) | 150 (5.91) | 230 (9.06) | 250 (9.84) | 300 (11.81) | 250 (9.84) | 300 (11.81) |
| Maximum Piston Movement mm (inch) | 50 (1.97) | 50 (1.97) | 50 (1.97) | 50 (1.97) | 50 (1.97) | 50 (1.97) |
| Horizontal Clearance mm (inch) | 230 (9.06) | 320 (12.60) | 360 (14.17) | 425 (16.73) | 360 (14.17) | 425 (16.73) |
| Oil Capacity L (gallons) | 20 (4.40) | 20 (4.40) | 20 (4.40) | 20 (4.40) | 20 (4.40) | 20 (4.40) |
| Maximum Working Pressure Bar | 335 | 335 | 410 | 410 | 410 | 410 |
| Dimensions (W x L x H) mm (inch) | 660 x 500 x 900 (25.99 x 19.69 x 35.43) | 750 x 500 x 930 (29.53 x 19.69 x 36.61) | 810 x 500 x 970 (31.89 x 19.69 x 38.19) | 875 x 540 x 1050 (34.45 x 21.26 x 41.34) | 810 x 500 x 970 (31.89 x 19.69 x 38.19) | 875 x 540 x 1050 (34.45 x 21.26 x 41.34) |
| Weight Kg (lbs) | 420 (925.94) | 625 (1377.89) | 795 (1752.67) | 1095 (2414.06) | 775 (1708.58) | 1075 (2369.97) |
Cox & Sons Concrete compression testing machines are highly accurate, reliable and very easy to use.