This simple tool allows you to observe the degree of soil compaction at depths from 0-18 inches (0-45 centimeters).

Penetrometer

The penetrometer consists of removal tapered-tip cone, a rod with depth marks at 3″ (7.5cm) intervals, a machined precision-bore pressure chamber, and a 0-1000 Psi (0-60 bar) pressure gauge. The diameter of the bore / piston and tip cone base are essentially equal. This means that the pressure reading of the meter is approximately the same as the pressure required at the tip to force the rod through the soil.

REMINDER: Soil must be moist in order to obtain meaningful readings.

Using the Penetrometer

Highly compacted soils are void of air spaces. Aerobic, oxygen-loving microbes are unable to make nutrients available to plant rootlets under those conditions. Plant roots will have good growth patterns when soil penetrometer readings are less the 200 psi / 14 bar. When a pressure greater than 300 psi / 21 bar is required to force the tip through the soil, very poor growth condition will exist for most plant species.

The 0 – 1000 psi / 0 – 60 bar gauge allows you to monitor highly compacted soils and then measure the improvements as you modify farming practices. Tillage techniques and timing may be altered to see if relative improvement occurs. Soil wetting agents may also be evaluated for their effectiveness.

The depth marks along the rod allow you to determine the penetration resistance at various depths. By watching the gauge as you pass each mark, you can see the relative compaction at each depth.

Penetrometer PDFs

Product Literature

Meters

Aqua Aid Europe offers a range of soil meters, each with their own specialty.

Aqua Aid is an official deal for Spectrum Technologies Fieldscout soil moisture meters. Responsible irrigation and reducing costs is possible when using the Fieldscout Soil Moisture Meters. The TDR-technology has proven itself for over 30 years as a very accurate meter for soil moisture measurements in a lot of soil types. There are two meters available, the TDR-150 and the TDR-350. 

Another member of the Spectrum Technologies meters is the EC meter, offering instant and accurate EC measurements with the Fieldscout EC meter. EC is an important diagnostic indicator for identifying soil health issues. High salt levels will cause toxicity, infiltration problems, a decrease in beneficial microorganisms and an ineffective nutrient uptake. With the Fieldscout EC meter it is possible to test the salt content of water sources used for irrigation and tank mix solutions.

The SoilStik pH meter from Spectrum is an easy to use and cost efficient pH meter. Manage pH for a healthier growing environment and better soil, water, disease, and nutrient management.

The Imants Penetrometer offers you a simple tool allowing you to observe the degree of soil compaction at depths from 0 - 45 centimeters. The penetrometer consists of a removable tapered-tip cone, a rod with depth marks at 7,5 cm intervals, a machined precision-bore pressure chamber, and a 0 - 60 bar pressure gauge.

 

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