This earth pressure cell is used to measure total pressure in the earth fills and embankments. Two stainless steel discs welded around the periphery forms a flexible, circular and flat pressure pad. The pressure pad is connected to an electron beam welded vibrating wire pressure sensor with a 6 mm diameter x 165 mm long stainless tube. The narrow cavity between the pressure pad and the tube is filled with de-aired fluid.
The narrow cavity between the pressure pad and the tube is filled with de-aired fluid. Pressure applied by the earth on the capsule is transmitted through the fluid to the vibrating wire pressure sensor, which converts it into an electrical signal.
| Range (MPa) | 0.5, 1.0, 2.0, 3.5, 5.0,10.0, specify |
| Accuracy | ± 0.5 % fs standard | ± 0.1 % fs optional |
| Over range limit | 150 % fs of range |
| Temperature limit | -20° to 80°C |
| Thermistor | YSI 44005 or equivalent |
| Pressure pad size | 200 mm Φ x 7 mm thick |
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