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AUGER POSTHOLE TYPE AZA0916
AUGER POSTHOLE TYPE AZA0916
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SAMPLING TUBES AZA0917

The AZA0917 Sampling Tubes are precision-engineered tools designed for collecting high-quality, undisturbed soil samples for geotechnical, agricultural, and environmental investigations. These tubes enable the extraction of intact cylindrical soil cores while preserving in-situ structure, moisture content, and density—critical for reliable laboratory analysis.

AZA0917 Sampling Tubes are suitable for both field and laboratory applications and can be driven into the ground using a drive hammer, static push, or rotary drilling system, depending on soil conditions and required depth.

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Description

Applications

AZA0917 Sampling Tubes are widely used in:

  • Geotechnical soil investigations and soil mechanics testing
  • Undisturbed sample collection for consolidation, shear, and permeability tests
  • Environmental site assessments and contamination profiling
  • Agricultural soil studies and nutrient analysis
  • Civil and construction surveys prior to foundation and slope design

Key Benefits

  • Enables extraction of undisturbed soil cores suitable for advanced laboratory testing
  • Durable and reusable construction for repeated field use
  • Smooth internal finish minimizes friction and sample disturbance
  • Compatible with standard samplers, drive heads, liners, and end caps
  • Supports compliance with national and international testing standards

Construction & Design Features

  • Tube Material: Seamless stainless steel or mild steel with anti-corrosive coating
  • Precision Machining: Smooth internal bore and deburred cutting edges for clean penetration and retrieval
  • Cutting Edge Options: Facilitates easy soil entry and reduced disturbance
  • Optional Liners: PVC or transparent acrylic liners available for enhanced sample preservation
  • End Closures: Rubber or plastic caps protect samples during transport and storage
  • Coupling Ends: Machined for secure connection with drive heads and accessories

Standards Compliance

Manufactured and used in accordance with established soil sampling practices:

  • IS 2132 – Code of practice for thin-walled sampling tubes
  • ASTM D1587 – Standard Practice for Thin-Walled Tube Sampling of Soils

These standards ensure reliable sampling, dimensional accuracy, and consistent test results.

Specifications

Parameter Specification
Model AZA0917
Tube Material Stainless Steel / Mild Steel with Protective Coating
Inner Diameter 38 mm, 50 mm, 75 mm (model dependent)
Available Lengths 300 mm, 450 mm, 600 mm, 1000 mm
Wall Thickness 2.5 – 3.0 mm
Internal Finish Smooth bore, deburred edges
Liners (Optional) PVC or Transparent Acrylic
End Closures Rubber or Plastic Caps
Usage Undisturbed Soil Core Sampling
Standards IS 2132, ASTM D1587

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What are AZA0917 Sampling Tubes used for?
A: They are used to collect undisturbed soil cores for laboratory testing of moisture content, density, compressibility, permeability, and shear strength.

Q2: Are the sampling tubes reusable?
A: Yes. With proper cleaning and maintenance, the tubes can be reused multiple times. Tubes with liners offer extended service life.

Q3: Do these tubes comply with recognized standards?
A: Yes, they are manufactured in line with IS 2132 and ASTM D1587 requirements.

Q4: Are liners supplied as standard?
A: Liners are optional and can be supplied separately based on user requirements.

Q5: Can AZA0917 be used in all soil types?
A: Best performance is achieved in soft to cohesive soils. For granular or very dense soils, specialized samplers with cutting shoes may be more suitable.

AZA0917 – Sampling Tubes

  • Undisturbed soil core collection for geotechnical testing
  • Manufactured from corrosion-resistant seamless steel
  • Precision-machined for smooth sample recovery
  • Compatible with standard soil sampling systems
  • Essential tool for reliable laboratory soil analysis
Additional information

Additional information

Tube material

Stainless steel / Mild steel with coating
Inner diameter

38 mm, 50 mm, 75 mm (varies by model)
Lengths available

300 mm, 450 mm, 600 mm, 1000 mm
Wall thickness

2.5–3 mm

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