Used to determine the setting time and consistency of cement using the Vicat method.

The test setup includes the Vicat frame, Vicat mold, initial and final needles, glass plate, and consistency plunger.

Dimensions: 150x190x318 mm.

Weight: 3 kg.

The setting time of the cement is measured with the Vicat tester, and especially the setting time means that the cement material loses its flexibility and enters the solidification process. In other words, by means of this test device, the freezing point of the cement is determined and by applying the sample, it is determined how long it will lose its flexibility and be added.

It is determined whether the cement to be used in the buildings and in the field complies with the usage standards, and at the same time, the rate of water in the cement mixture can be measured with this device, along with the piri time.

If the cement does not receive approval as a result of these measurements, it is not possible to use the cement sampled in the field.

It is possible to say that these devices, which must be produced according to some globally determined standards, are produced in accordance with AASHTO T129, AASHTO T131, ASTM C187 and EN 196-3 standards.

Since the test device must be used with several materials, these materials are also given in addition to the devices. At this point, in order for the device to be used, there must be especially the start and end needles among the materials needed. Set start and end pins are used especially to determine the setting time of cement and are considered as equipment that performs the actual operation.

In addition to this equipment, consistency probe, glass plate, glass thermometer and transport container are also included in the materials used for medicine. these products are used to determine both the setting time and the water ratio and are among the important materials needed during the test period.

Both the equipment and the device are produced in accordance with the standards we have stated above and reflect the clearest results that will not cause any problems during use to the experimenters.

Why is Setting Time Measurement Important?

Why is the setting time measurement important at this point? The question may come to many people’s minds. In particular, it is very important to determine the setting time of the cement measured by the Vicat test device. The importance is that whether the cement can be used in the case of use in the field affects its durability and also determines the usage period.

The fact that the data period is in compliance with the determined standard dimensions also gives information about its resistance to pressure, and in this context, the fact that there is too much or less of the asking makes it possible to use cement products during construction.

Thanks to this test device, it is determined how long the cement-binding element is activated and it is determined whether it will give the required strength after activation.

In this context, since the use of cement that does not comply with the standards determined in the building seriously affects the strength of the structure later on, it must be determined whether it is usable by conducting tests during the production phase. It is necessary to pay attention to whether the devices used in this process give the closest result to the truth, and attention should be paid to the execution of the test, taking into account the ambient conditions and impressive materials.