AS 1289.6.3.3-1997 Methods of testing soils for engineering purposes, Method 6.3.3: Soil strength and consolidation tests - Determination of the penetration resistance of a soil - Perth sand penetrometer test
Standards Australia
Supersedes: AS 1289.F3.3-1984 Methods of testing soils for engineering purposes, Method 6.3.3: Soil strength and consolidation tests - Determination of the penetration resistance of a soil - Perth sand penetrometer test
Draft Designation: DR 95209Amended by: AS 1289.6.3.3-1997 AMDT 1 Methods of testing soils for engineering purposes, Method 6.3.3: Soil strength and consolidation tests - Determination of the penetration resistance of a soil - Perth sand penetrometer test
Reconfirmed by: AS 1289.6.3.3-1997 Rec:2013 Methods of testing soils for engineering purposes, Method 6.3.3: Soil strength and consolidation tests - Determination of the penetration resistance of a soil - Perth sand penetrometer test
This Standard sets out the procedure for determining the resistance of a soil to penetration by a flat ended rod of 16 ±0.2 mm diameter driven with a 9 kg mass, dropping 600 mm. Use of the method is limited to granular soils with a maximum particle size not exceeding 2 mm, and a layer thickness of at least of 450 mm. This Standard may involve hazardous materials, operations, and equipment. This Standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this Standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices, and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
Reconfirmed: 2013-07-15
Originated as AS 1289.F3.3-1984. Revised and redesignated AS 1289.6.3.3-1997. Incorporating: Amdt 1-1999
Contents:
1: Scope
2: Referenced Document
3: Apparatus
4: Procedure
5: Calculations
Testing of Soils for Engineering Purposes.
Australian Geomechanics Society; AUSTROADS; Crushed Stone Association of Australia; Department of Administrative Services, Scientific Services Laboratory AGAL; Institution of Engineers, Australia; National Association of Testing Authorities, Australia; University of Sydney.
